Banelec worked closely with the customer to understand the demands of the application before designing a system based around three electricpowered jacks positioned equidistantly around the fan case. Each jack is controlled through its own electrical control panel, with all three operating in unison to manipulate the load safely in line with operator requirements. A radio control system provides a user-friendly interface, allowing engineers to control movement smoothly and with confidence.
For the aerospace customer, the system represented a step-change in both operator safety and process capability. Fan case units are critical aircraft engine components, but their size and weight can make them difficult to handle during construction and finishing operations. The ability to reposition the unit safely at different heights reduces the physical demands placed on workers and lowers the risk of damage to valuable components.
Banner said the contract reflected Banelec’ s wider approach to engineering-led problem solving.
“ At Banelec, we are at our best when we are solving real operational problems,” he said.“ This project is a strong example of how smart electrical control and automation can make manufacturing not only more productive, but also safer and more sustainable. That is exactly where industry is heading, and it is where we add the greatest value.”
solutions to major names including Rolls-Royce, Jaguar Land Rover, GKN, Chevron, BP and Aibel. The latest aerospace contract adds further weight to its claim of being one of the sector’ s best-kept secrets.
With demand growing for smarter and safer manufacturing solutions, the company believes projects such as the fan case lifter highlight how UK engineering firms can play a critical role in helping global manufacturers modernise production while protecting their workforce.
About Banelec
Banelec is a Brierley Hill-based electrical control systems and automation integration specialist with more than 20 years’ experience supporting manufacturers across a wide range of industries. Known as one of the sector’ s best-kept secrets, the company designs and delivers bespoke solutions that improve safety, productivity and operational performance, with expertise spanning automation, hazardous area systems, robotics and Industry 4.0 applications. Working with major global brands including Rolls-Royce, Jaguar Land Rover, GKN, BP and Chevron, Banelec combines practical engineering know-how with a problem-solving approach to help customers modernise manufacturing and operate more efficiently in demanding industrial environments.
“ To secure and complete a £ 500,000 order for a major global aerospace OEM is a significant achievement for our team in Brierley Hill. It shows that specialist engineering expertise developed here in the West Midlands can compete with the very best and deliver on some of the most demanding projects in global manufacturing.”
The installation was completed efficiently and integrated into the customer’ s existing flow line with minimal disruption. Extensive testing was then carried out to assess lifting capacity, durability, reliability and control accuracy under a range of operating conditions.
Banelec said the success of the project has helped establish a new benchmark for safe fan case handling in aerospace production and reinforces the company’ s credentials in delivering bespoke systems for highspecification industrial environments.
Known for its work across automation, hazardous area controls, robotics, Industry 4.0 applications and electrical control systems, Banelec has supplied
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