TPT March 2016

T E CHNOLOG Y

TCA coiler reloaded MORE than a year has passed since the launch of the TCA by Maillefer, and the automatic dual coiler for pipe and tube manufacturing has confirmed its position as successor to the successful earlier model – the MWB. Now a new option for the automated handling of finished

receive finished coils and shorten overall cycle times. Pipe coming off the extrusion lines can weigh more than 10kg per 100m. Taking the case of one finished coil per minute, that translates to several tons per day being handled. Understandably, operator safety and ergonomics argue in favour of an automated handling solution rather than a manual one. A second major advantage is shortened cycle times. The coil handling table attaches to the TCA within a safety enclosure, making the TCA’s own safety doors redundant. A few seconds are gained by not having to complete door movements. This opens the way towards higher productivity, shorter coil lengths and higher line speeds. Maillefer SA – Switzerland Fax: +41 21 691 2143 Email: info@maillefer.net Website: www.mailleferextrusion.com

coils has been unveiled. The TCA offers customers an even more advanced and competitive coiling solution. The coiler is ergonomic, safe, robust, reliable and easy to maintain. It also has an option for an automatic coil handling table made to safely

The TCA from Maillefer

Exact pipe cutting system

PipeCut 280E

into series. Universal Lightweight pipe saws include the PipeCut 170, 170E and the PipeCut 220E – all extra-lightweight tools of less than 6kg, suitable for users cutting metal or plastic pipes up to 220mm in diameter with an 8mm thickness for steel and a 14mm thickness for plastic. three

EXACT Tools has created a range of pipe cutting tools that not only save time while cutting and bevelling pipes, but also make what was once a specialist skill safer and easier. The company claims that its pipe cutting machines have revolutionised the work of a wide range of industries, from construction to shipbuilding, and municipal utility work to power stations. Exact pipe saws cut pipes of all materials – steel, stainless steel, cast iron, plastic or copper. All the pipe saws are portable, so work can be performed on location. They provide a near-perfect cut in seconds, utilising stabilising grip or torque control features. The blades are concealed in a protective casing and the machine is tightly fitted to the pipe. The ergonomic design means that the saws are easy to operate for even the most inexperienced user. The blades can also be re-sharpened two or three times. The product range can be divided

PipeCut P400, able to simultaneously cut and bevel plastic pipes up to 400mm in diameter. The other model in this series is the PipeCut V1000, specially designed for cutting spiral ducts up to 1,000mm in diameter. The PipeCut 170, P400 and the V1000 are now also available battery operated, giving even greater flexibility.

Heavy Duty universal pipe saws include the PipeCut 280E and 360E, which offer the capacity to cut larger (up to 360mm diameter) and thicker (10mm steel, 38mm plastic) pipes. Additional features of the Heavy Duty series include a vacuum cleaner attachment for safe removal of plastic chippings, and vibration control to reduce the effects of cutting tough, uneven material. The Special pipe saws range includes the

Exact Tools Oy – Finland Website: www.exacttools.com

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