TPT January 2017

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New OTO hollow shape forming mill for construction industry

angles for the first and second bend. The remaining equipment consists of a high-frequency welding stand, a scarfing unit, cooling and sizing sections, as well as straightening and cut-off units, and a packaging system. The main benefit of the OTO HSU technology is the capability of frequent production changes without a roll change. The range of products can vary from a minimum size of 20x20mm to a maximum size of 140x140mm within a range of four mills, with a maximum production speed of 120m/min. “This new technology guarantees the possibility to produce hollow shape tubes within a large range of dimensions and thickness without changing rolls. Therefore, it substantially saves set- up time, reduces investment cost in different types of rolls and required floor space for rolls, as well as it minimises operator tuning,” said Andrea Anesi, operation director of Fives OTO SpA, a concept designer of the OTO HSU mill.

2009. It is specifically designed to produce square and rectangular tubes for the construction industry. This mill will produce HSU tubes at a lower production cost through direct forming, skipping the traditional step of constructing round tubes and then squaring them. The OTO HSU line is composed of the mill with forming stands that allow for strip bending at precise

FIVES recently presented its new OTO hollow shape forming technology during an open house in November 2016 in Boretto, Italy. The open house assembled Çinar Boru (Turkey), Profiltubi (Italy), Marcegaglia (Italy) and other clients and partners. The new technology OTO HSU tube mill (hollow shape universal forming mill) has been in development since

Fives Group – France Website: www.fivesgroup.com

The open house in Boretto, Italy

Adda Fer enters into deal with Fimi SpA ADDA Fer Meccanica has linked up with Fimi SpA, a company in the design and construction of metal coil slitting and cut-to-length lines. The operation is part of a strategic expansion of products and markets. of its products abroad, mainly in Europe but with significant percentages in Asia and Latin America. The number of lines delivered to customers around the world is approaching 1,000 units.

and make all this available at the service of their prestigious customers in tight cooperation with them to fulfil the business development. “The business plan envisages an administrative reorganisation process as well as the continuity and consolidation of the technical branch but first of all growth, both in terms of turnover and investments. Special impulse will be given to service with the aim to guarantee speed, competence and responsiveness in a vital segment for the customers. International development will also occur through the strengthening of the commercial network, which already operates in several countries in the world.”

The operation creates an added value that will employ 150 people, 20 of which will be dedicated to research and development. Through a combination of technical and technological skills and experience the cooperation offers a wide range of products and solutions able to meet demanding and diverse applications. Antonio Pensotti, CEO of Adda Fer and Fimi SpA, said: “The entrance into Fimi by Adda Fer represents an opportunity for a unique development in this market field with positive effects for the whole market segment. Adda Fer and Fimi share their own heritage in terms of know-how, experiences and skills for innovations

Adda Fer designs, constructs and installs lines and machines for the production of welded pipe and sheet metal working. With extensive knowledge and experience in the international market Adda Fer Meccanica has installed several lines worldwide and established a reputation for quality and reliability. Fimi SpA operates in the field of metal strip and sheet processing lines. Since 1963, Fimi has successfully designed, manufactured and installed lines for levelling and cutting of metal coils. FIMI SpA is well established in international markets such as China, India and Russia and sells 80 per cent

Adda Fer Meccanica – Italy Website: www.addafer.it www.fimimachinery.com

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