consuming mechanical adaptations . Consequently , retrofitting new motors can be done with minimal downtime .
“ What was key for the Aperam project was that we could offer a plug and play solution as a complete package , which was particularly important to engineers at the facility ,” explains André , Regional Sales Manager , North Europe . “ Our extensive engineering knowledge in the metals industry and the OEM support we could provide were also deciding factors . One of the primary challenges was to deliver the volume of motors required within the timeframes of the plant ’ s scheduled downtime , but our production capacity ensured we could achieve this . Over three years , we have updated all the motors on the roller table conveyors , bringing the system up to a new efficiency standard while also streamlining future maintenance and retrofit work .”
Bauer offers specialised motors specifically for roller table conveyors . With heavy duty fan or non-ventilated designs , the motors feature windings
Bauer offers specialised motors specifically for roller table conveyors .
for delivering high torque , heavy duty gearbox housings and gear wheels , seals to withstand high temperatures and IP65 enclosures as standard .
By standardising the shaft connections and footplates for Aperam , Bauer was able to not only streamline the initial retrofit project , but all subsequent motor upgrades or replacements required for the roller table conveyors in future . This ensures that as the Châtelet facility moves to improve energy efficiency and boost reliability , these dual aims can be achieved while safeguarding production uptime .
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Bauer Gear Motor has been a provider of solutions within geared motors for more than three quarters of a century .
require extensive mechanical adaptation for each unit - was unacceptable . Consequently , Aperam approached Bauer Gear Motor , a leading brand of Altra Industrial Motion Corp ., to provide a plug and play motor retrofit solution .
Bauer Gear Motor is a world leader in geared motor technologies , with a proven track record in providing highly robust and reliable drives for use in challenging metal industry applications . Focused on delivering motors that attain the highest efficiency standards , Bauer also offers operators in the metal industry a plug and play retrofit solution for drives operating on roller table conveyors .
Above , the motor retrofit solution features a standardised shaft connection and foot adaptor plate , unlocking plug and play motor replacement . Below , Roller table conveyors are used to move hot , heavy slabs of metal , with each roller powered by a dedicated motor .
The Bauer retrofit solution features two key elements . A standardised shaft connection using either a flange or coupling ensures increased ease and speed of installation . This is matched by a foot adaptor plate , which allows a one-to-one changeover between the old and new motor . A plug and play design eliminates the need for any costly , time
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