Metso's complete automation package ensures improved performance and reliability for Allimand's new paper machine in Spain
The latest generation automation technology will allow the plant expand its product range and develop new products
Metso has won an order to supply an extensive automation package to French supplier Allimand for the new paper machine to be erected in the new Miquel y Costas' plant in la Pobla de Claramunt, Spain. The new production line, which is the latest generation, will allow Miquel y Costas expand its range of papers and develop new products.
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Now Levi Strauss makes jeans with less energy
Vacon NXS ac variable speed drives supplied and fitted by Digicon Solutions Limited are delivering large energy savings at the Northampton plant of Levi Strauss, one of the world’s largest brand-name apparel companies. The drives were installed as part of a continuous improvement programme at the site that supports Levi Strauss’ commitment to ensuring that its operations always have the minimum possible impact on the environment.
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CHOPPER PUMPS HELP FORD MOTOR TO IMPROVE WASTE HANDLING
The Ford Engine plant in Dagenham is not the type of site you usually associate with an application for a VAUGHAN chopper pump as these powerful, heavy-duty pumps are more likely to be found operating at sewage treatment works around the UK. However, motor manufacturing, like any major process involves its own unique solids pumping challenges. For example, how to handle the difficult combination of swarf, cutting oils and coolants being collected from huge CNC machines operating on engine and transmission manufacture.
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DANA USES ACI RECIPROCATING NOZZLE DRYER FOR IMPROVED DRIVE SHAFT PAINTING PREPARATION
A recently installed versatile blower-powered drying system installed at the Dana driveshaft assembly facility in Wellingborough has enhanced the plant’s pre-painting drying process. The result ensures effective paint coverage of drive shafts and related components. The system’s superior performance to a previous installation has also resulted in reduced costs by eliminating the need for hand finishing of drying operations and the use of a compressor employed for this task.
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Rotork valve actuation supports innovative offshore wind farm technology
An offshore platform in the North Sea that is the first of its type to serve a power generating wind farm is home to fifty Rotork IQTPro intelligent electric valve actuators.
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