PECM Issue 53 2021 | Page 125

KM Tools reverse engineered a welding gantry for the manufacture of train underframes as well as roofs .
Our turnkey , bespoke engineering service means that we can deliver custom designs to meet the requirements of each OEM production line and process .
REVERSE ENGINEERING AND 24 / 7 MAINTENANCE SUPPORT
As well as delivering new machines , KM Tools also offers reverse engineering services . If customers require a legacy machine to be reproduced , KM Tools can create one to modern standards whilst increasing efficiency and reliability . Recently , KM Tools reverse engineered a welding gantry for the manufacture of train underframes as well as roofs for Alstom and ensured that it could be integrated into the existing production line . The new machine even featured a matching control system and user interface , ensuring that operators had instant familiarity with the new unit .
Highly responsive on-site maintenance support is another key service of KM Tools . To ensure maximum uptime for production equipment , KM Tools can station specialists on-site 24 / 7 to provide a fast reaction to any maintenance requirements . Furthermore ,
KM Tools has supported leading rail OEMs such as Hitachi .
the business offers a planned preventative maintenance ( PPM ) service to ensure continued machine reliability .
A TAILORED APPROACH
“ Our experience working with leading rail OEMs in the UK means that we can support the machine requirements of any train production line ,” Neil explains . “ We can offer our services as a complete package or individually depending on customer preference , which ensures we can deliver not only a bespoke machine , but a tailored service to match .”
For further information , please visit www . kmt . tools
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