TPT September 2018

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Innovative radar technology for metal pipes at Tube China 2018

technology and represents an innovative alternative to optical triangulation technology. In metal tube and pipe applications the measurement is performed simultaneously via transceivers from different directions over 360 degrees of the product circumference. The advantages of radar technology, compared to optical measurement methods, is that the measurement is carried out from a protected position and is resistant to heat, steam and dust. The system records to micron

SIKORA is to introduce Radar Scan 6000 at Tube China 2018 in Shanghai, which is taking place from 26 to 29 September. The system measures the diameter and ovality of metal tubes and pipes and the process is entirely online and contactless. Radar Scan 6000 is based on progressive, high-resolution radar Operator screen with analogue and graphical visualisation of measured values of Radar Scan 6000

Radar Scan 6000 measures the diameter and ovality of tubes and pipes

optical fibre, hose and tube and plastics industries. The company has now transferred the operator’s advantages that result from using Sikora measuring systems, with innovative and proven technologies, to the metals markets. Sikora is headquartered in Bremen, Germany, where the technologies are developed and the systems are exclusively manufactured. With 250 employees worldwide, 14 offices and more than 30 regional representatives all over the world, Sikora provides customers with innovative product solutions and individual services at any time and in any place.

accuracy – measuring values gapless, over the entire circumference of the product. In addition, fast rotating tubes and pipes can be precisely measured. The radar measuring system requires no calibration and delivers continuously precise measuring values, which results in high reliability and availability for the user. Due to the narrow design, Radar Scan 6000 can easily be integrated into the production process. The technology reliably measures independently of surface roughness in typical tube applications. Therefore, it contributes to high product quality, process optimisation and cost saving in tube and pipe manufacturing. Sikora was founded in 1973 and offers measuring, control, inspection, analysis and sorting technology for process optimisation in the wire and cable,

Sikora AG – Germany Fax: +49 421 48900 90 Email: sales@sikora.net Website: www.sikora.net Metalube gains OHSAS 1800 cer tificate

incidents by staying abreast of relevant legislation, reducing the likelihood of prosecution and fines. Robert Brown, managing director, said, “This reflects our commitment to the highest safety standards.”

safe and healthy working environment for employees and visitors to its factory in Irlam, Manchester, UK. The accreditation benefits the company through reducing or eliminating costs associated with work-related injuries or illness. It also establishes a framework for controlling and measuring health and safety performance. The aim is to also reduce the occurrence of accidents and

ALCUMUS ISOQAR has awarded Metalube the BS OHSAS 18001, an internationally recognised British standard for occupational health and safety management. The company has also received recertification for ISO 9001:2015 and 14001:2015. OHSAS 18001 enables Metalube to manage risk and help aid compliance with legislation, as well as maintain a

Metalube Ltd – UK Email: post@metalube.co.uk Website: www.metalube.co.uk

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