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Technology News
38 July 2013
Order for API pipe
straightening equipment
FIVES Bronx, the supplier of Bronx
Taylor-Wilson finishing equipment
and Abbey ERW pipe mill solutions,
has received an order for a six roll
straightening machine.
The order was placed by a Chinese
company located in Corpus Christi,
Texas, USA, for a Bronx Series 6CR10
pipe straightener that will handle a full
range of API grades, with diameters
ranging from 114.3 to 273.1mm and
lengths up to 15m. The temperature
ranges from ambient to 650°C, and
pipes will be processed up to 100 mpm.
The Fives Bronx Series 6CR10
pipe straightener utilises the patented
Compass computer aided setting
system to achieve size change set-up
times in less than three minutes, and
its design allows thin walled tube to be
straightened accurately, without surface
blemishes, at speeds up to 200m/min
(approximately 600 fpm).
Located in seamless and ERW pipe
mills worldwide, the hot and cold Series
6CR10 machines have a reputation for
quality, durability and efficiency.
Fives Bronx, Inc – USA
Fax: +1 330 244 1961
Email:
Website:
Diameter gauge head
measuring system
SIKORA’S Laser Series 6000 measuring
devices deliver precise diameter
measurement with reliable lump
detection. The devices perform at a high
measuring rate of 2,500 measurements
per second, each with a high single
value precision by default. With a
dedicated accuracy of 0.2µm and a
repeat accuracy of 0.1µm, the diameter
of tubes and hoses is continuously
measured online.
A wide size range of gauge heads
covers a diameter range from 50µm
to 500mm. Three gauge head models
of Laser 6000 Series are available for
product diameters from 0.2 to 78mm,
and combine a large number of features
which help to simplify daily production
routines.
Sikora’s R&D manager, Siegmar
Lampe, commented, “Our development
priority is to maximise the benefits to
our users. Thus, we have developed
many features for Laser Series 6000 that
significantly support the user on the line.”
The high measuring rate of the diam-
eter measuring devices progressively
and effectively enables the detection of
lumps and neck-downs on the product
surface. This reduces the cost of
investment and increases space on the
line, since only one gauge head need be
installed.
The LCD display and operator panel
are directly integrated into the gauge
head providing easier operation and
process control. The operator can see
the diameter results on the display at
a glance. Simultaneously, the panel
shows the diameter rated value and the
control module can be activated. The
control module automatically adjusts the
diameter to nominal value via control of
the line speed or extruder rpm.
The physical aperture of the gauge
head is twice as large as the product
range, permitting easy and safe feed-
through of the product. A special feature
is the pivoting head design. The gauge
head can be temporarily swung out of
the production line path if required.
The bottom of the unit is open, so
water and dirt fall through, rather than
contaminating the measuring field. The
feeding of the connection cables is
protected, directly in the gauge head
stand.
The Laser Series 6000 offers an
optional Wi-Fi interface, which allows
direct connection to a smartphone
or laptop. This interface enables
diagnostics and quality control with
video signal in addition to transmitting
measuring results, trends and statistic
data.
Sikora provides its own app for
displaying measuring results, trends,
statistics or video signals directly on
compatible smartphones. Simply log in
via the Wi-Fi interface and immediately
you have measuring results on your
smartphone. The app also offers the
possibility to calibrate the gauge head
according to ISO 9000.
Correct operation can be proved by
comparing test probe measurements
against calibration values, which are
scanned in via QR code. The measured
results are saved in a log-file, which may
be transferred via Wi-Fi to the quality
management department.
Sikora AG – Germany
Fax: +49 421 48900 90
Email:
Website:
Laser 6040 XY with
integrated display and
control panel
Fives Bronx 6CR10