TPT May 2007

T ube R ussia – 28 - 31 M ay , 2007 ›››

The system provides initial calculations based on a tube machinery run, followed by in-depth analysis of the time allocation for each work element, so that work-load planning can be made in advance. By transferring control data directly to the machinery, it is possible to avoid mistakes in data transmission. simulation software also uses a simple interface with the possibility of ensuring efficiency in production during the construction of tube bending systems. For bending machines,

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3R Software Solutions Germany

Stand FO-G13

With over 30 years’ experience, 3R software solutions provides an extended range of software systems to assist, plan and advance tube construction and production. Typical applications involve standard tubes, but the software can also be adapted for hydraulic and pneumatic tubes in chemical, naval, vehicle and aircraft construction. Construction activities are carried out using the 3R software systems. It is also possible to take on data from other systems, including ACAD, Bravo, CATIA, NupasCadmatic, Tribon M2/M3, Unigraphics and Medusa. Furthermore, geometrical data from other 2D and 3D systems can be imported via DXF format. The company promotes a strong integration between construction, workshop and assembly and thus an effective control of material flow.

Website : www.3r-solutions.com

› Heating a pipe using the machinery from Ajax Tocco

Ajax Tocco Magnethermic USA

An industry expert for tube and pipe heating, Ajax Tocco specialises in seam annealing, solution annealing, bright annealing, coating, bending and forming.

Stand FO-A07

Ajax Tocco Magnethermic Corp is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of induction melting and heating equipment, with worldwide operations in nine countries. Along with serving industries such as steel, automotive, forging and foundry, Ajax Tocco has a global commitment to the pipe and tube industry. As a result, Ajax Tocco has designed and installed induction-heating systems that are processing up to 120t of high quality pipe and casing per hour with consistent quality and ovality. According to the company, this induction heating equipment provides a reliable and flexible supply of heat, with outstanding control. The Ajax Tocco converters facilitate this flexibility with a patented, wide operating window. This allows a larger range of sizes to be processed in one induction coil size without the need for capacitor or voltage switching. Converting the barrel furnaces to induction heating for stretch reducing, enables the use of existing handling equipment and the advantage of fast, controllable, energy- saving induction heating. The results can lead to dramatic savings in space, reduced energy consumption, improved quality and the benefit of recipe control. Ajax Tocco is at the forefront of API pipe production for the oil and gas industry. Because casing drill pipe and line drill pipe reliability is crucial, the company believes it is a highly dependable source of supply systems to harden and temper pipe, casing and couplings to full API specifications.

Website : www.ajaxtocco.com

Attl a Spol sro Czech Republic Stand FO-H20

Attl a spol sro, established in 1920, produces mills for longitudinally welded tube and profiles, using components of its own design.

› 3R Software develops software solutions for tube construction and production

The configurable software works with tried and tested intuitive user interfaces, enabling fast and problem-free integration into the workshop. Expert functions assist a fully automated production of spools and the management of different related activities. The software operates with freely configurable and mainly user-specific control data from elements such as tubes, flanges, and bends. The calculation of speed and output, taking both method and machinery into account, makes the system suitable for the construction of complex projects. For work preparation, the system can flexibly calculate the work that will arise.

The company’s product range includes vertical accumulators, flying shear and flying cold saw, sophisticated HF welders and bundling machines. › Attl a Spol will present its range of tube mills and other tube production equipment

Website : www.attl.cz

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