TPT September 2014

Technology News

The versatile X-Ray 6000 VERSATILITY is the hallmark of the X-Ray 6000. In extrusion lines where hoses and tubes are produced, the X-ray measuring device provides continuous compliance with the required specifications regarding wall thickness, eccentricity, and the inner and outer diameter. With this device, quality control is carried out directly during the production process. 6000. The wall thickness values are shown at eight points and allow the operator to centre the crosshead. On the 22" vertical widescreen monitor of the X-Ray 6000 Pro, the production data is clearly displayed.

Sikora’s X-Ray 6000 system ensures quality during the production process

With the use of the X-Ray 6000 as measuring head at the hot end, directly after the extruder or after a first vacuum tank/cooling trough, it is possible to rapidly centre the crosshead and to control the line speed or extruder rpm. An additional diameter gauge after the vacuum tank/cooling trough, combined with a hot-cold control, considers the material shrinkage. In combination with the processor system Ecocontrol 600, 1000 or 6000, an automatic control of the line is possible. By controlling the line speed or extruder rpm, the product parameters are adjusted to the nominal dimension. The typical return time for the investment is six to eight months.

With the two models, X-Ray 6000 for the quality assurance of single layer products, and X-Ray 6000 Pro for the measurement of single and multi- layer products, the X-ray measuring system can be individualised to suit every application and requirement. This makes it suitable for different customer demands because the application field of the X-Ray 6000 system is diverse. Both single layer or multi-layer tubes, aluminium composite tubes, pressure hoses with textile reinforcement, small or large diameter hoses made of PE, HDPE or PVC, as well as foamed products, products made of EPDM, nylon, rubber or silicone, are reliably measured by the system. Moreover, it is suitable for quality control of medical and cosmetic tubes. Depending on the requirement (hot or cold measurement), the X-Ray 6000 may be installed in any position in the production line. Directly with the online measurement, the measuring values for wall thickness, eccentricity, inner and outer diameter and ovality are displayed at the processor system Ecocontrol

Sikora AG – Germany Email: sales@sikora.net Website: www.sikora.net

The X-Ray 6000 / 6000 Pro may be installed at any position in the extrusion line

Pipe end preparation in the field THE demand for high precision pipe end preparations for tubes and pipes is rising. Protem provides solutions for the most varied tasks and challenges for the tube and pipe industry and offers more than 40 years of technical expertise in the design and manufacturing of portable end preparation tools. is suitable for manual or mechanised welding processes. The range of equipment includes ID and OD clamping bevelling and cutting machines, orbital cutting, tube squaring, surfacing, special machining equipment, high speed bevelling and cutting benches, and pipe facing machines.

exotic alloys such as Incoloy, Hastelloy, Duplex, Super Duplex and P91. Protem also offers a comprehensive service capability that supports plant operators whenever they have to ensure the laying, maintenance and repair of tubes and pipes. Equipment is also available for rental.

Features of Protem equipment include self-centring clamping; cold machining process (no heat affected zone); burr- free; no vibrations; powerful motors; easy to handle and set up; wide size ranges; high production rates; modular designs; and safe for use on site or in workshops. The equipment is suitable for materials such as carbon steel, stainless steel, and

Protem equipment serves virtually all industries where the weld quality is critical and projects must stay on schedule. Bevelling I, V, J, compound bevelling, facing, counter boring, severing, surfacing and finishing works can be processed individually or simultaneously. The Protem equipment allows repeatable weld end preparation to be achieved within a few seconds, and

Protem GmbH – Germany Fax: +49 7247 9393 33 Email: info@protem-gmbh.de Website: www.protem-gmbh.de

Protem SAS – France Fax: +33 475 57 46 02 Email: contact@protem.fr Website: www.protem.fr

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