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The isolation removal station includes a function for holding down the wire , a cutter arm and the corresponding cutter . It is found at the front and back of the BM- HP , making it possible to strip both ends of the hairpins .
New sensor technology
Bihler has now also developed a new sensor unit . This performs continuous inline measurements of the thickness of the enamel coating and the combined thickness of the coating and the copper wire . Using this data , it is then possible to precisely control the isolation removal station via a control circuit .
Lehmann makes things clear : “ We do not have to strip any set amount from the copper wire to comply with a safety margin and can instead remove exactly as much of the coating as needed to get down to the actual wire dimensions . This guarantees a pure metal surface with only minimum cross-sectional losses , even when the thickness tolerances fluctuate . It is an intelligent process that greatly boosts process reliability .”
The purity of the metal surface has been confirmed by various detailed images captured using a scanning electron microscope , added Bihler .
Individually processed hairpins
All the measured material values that are recorded by the sensor unit are passed onto the isolation removal station ’ s NC motors via a so-called shift register . At the station , the isolation is stripped from each hairpin individually at a rate of up to 120 parts per minute .
“ The solution can cope with a wide variety of enamel and wire variants and the total cross-sectional loss is generally less than 0.05mm . It offers another bonus ; the four-sided chamfering of the ends is also integrated into the overall process . It also ensures the residue-free separation of the front surfaces using an internally developed stamping process and special die geometries . The finished hairpins are then ejected from the machine and assigned to different storage locations , depending upon their specific type ,” concluded Bihler .
The Bihler solution for the removal of isolation on hairpins has already been patented and is now available .
Meet Bihler on stand 6-57 at MACH in Birmingham , UK , from 15-19 April 2024 . n
www . bihler . de
Handling long and bulky loads
“ If manufacturers want to make better use of their storage space , speed up handling procedures and boost productivity and safety , they can visit our stand G15 in Hall 6 at Wire and Tube in Düsseldorf , Germany , for advice on how to achieve this ,” specialist forklift manufacturer , Combilift , told ISMR .
Established in Ireland in 1998 and with exports to over 85 countries , the company is a key player in the global materials handling sector . Its product range includes multidirectional forklifts and sideloaders ; narrow aisle articulated trucks ; pedestrianoperated models and straddle carriers which can move loads weighing 100 tonnes or more . The exhibits at this year ’ s Wire and Tube event reflect the company ’ s ability to provide solutions for the varied requirements of the tube and pipe sector .
To mark its 25th year in business in 2023 , Combilift launched five new models ( some of which will be on the stand in Düsseldorf ) showcasing its new eco , hi-vis , green corporate livery .
“ The Combi-CB70E , an addition to our growing electric range , boasts the distinction of being the shortest 7t capacity multidirectional counterbalance truck on the market , and ensures the versatile
Dustcontrol UK showcased a wide range of its construction mobile equipment at Executive Hire Show 2024 in the UK on 15 February 2024 , including its DC Storm , DC AirCubes and DC Box .
The DC Storm LPG has a 15kW motor with the capacity to manage dust extraction in conjunction with work involving large floor grinders , hammer drills , scarifier / shaver or cutting machines for surface preparation , as well as heavy-duty cleaning with long hoses . Dustcontrol ’ s range of DC AirCubes can be used as complimentary background air space-saving handling of long and bulky loads , even in very confined spaces . The newly developed optional Auto Swivel Seat automatically engages and swivels the seat and armrest 15 ° to the right or left , to accord with the direction of travel selected by the operator . This reduces driver strain , particularly when travelling in reverse ,” explained Combilift .
For further details , email : info @ combilift . com n
www . combilift . com
Mobile dust extraction systems
cleaners to at-source extraction , circulating clean air back into an area used for dustcreating activities and providing greater extraction efficiency .
The company has more than 50 years of experience in developing dust extraction solutions and centralised vacuum systems to fit client requirements in the construction / rental marketplace , as well as for production companies . n
www . dustcontroluk . co . uk
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