WCA November 2013

Unique multi-axis taping head

All in a straight line TFC’s Smalley ® linear springs offer a selection of spring loads that react along a straight line, as opposed to a conventional helical spring that fits in a circular cavity. This results in a spring which, although located in an axial direction, provides a radial force between mating components. Linear springs are a continuous wave formed wire length produced from spring-tempered materials which act as a load bearing device. Manufactured using the same technology applied to the production of coiled flat wire wave springs, they have the same load/ deflection characteristics and burr-free edge profile. Linear springs from TFC are now produced as a standard item. Over 200 sizes are available from stock in both carbon spring steel and stainless steel, and unique customer designs are also available without tooling costs. TFC – UK Website : www.tfc.eu.com

Ridgway Machines has launched the new advanced NCT narrow coil taping machine with a unique multi-axis taping head motion control system. Coupled with a fully programmable and intelligent touchscreen HMI, this simplifies the taping of all narrow coil configurations to ensure that the highest levels of quality and productivity are consistently achieved. The design solves a common problem where traditional taping machines have limited access to both sides of the coil. To simplify set-up the coil support system features automatic coil turn-over and height adjustment, which also eliminates the need to remove or reposition a coil to tape both sides, improving operational efficiency and productivity. The NCT is fully programmable, for example to set the number of layers required for each coil side, tape pitch, linear speed and tension control. Auto reverse at the end of each pass allows for uninterrupted, multiple layers without incurring machine downtime. Coil lengths between 700mm and 3,000mm can be accommodated with weight up to 200kg. The NCT will accept tape widths of 20mm or 25mm with a pitch capability between 5mm and 28mm, whilst operating at a rotational speed up to 60rpm. Tension control is between 20 and 50N.

For manufacturers of narrow profile coils such as wind turbine generator stator coils, taping quality and productivity will be maximised. The NCT also uses remote machine diagnostics, enabling Ridgway to provide live, machine-specific user support worldwide. This ensures that performance of the NCT can be rapidly optimised for different operating conditions. Ridgway Machines – UK Website : www.ridgwayeng.com ❍ ❍ New advanced NCT narrow coil taping machine from Ridgway

New packaging system M Power Tech Inc has launched a new packaging system, APP-100, for AC power cord and DC cables that have to be wound and tied before being packed into a cardboard sleeve or plastic bag. The APP-100 includes automatic winding and tying machines, conveying system, paper or plastic packing machine, labelling device, quantity counter, auto loading system to send packed cables into a carton, and auto box sealing machine. M Power Tech Inc – Taiwan Website : www.mpfa.tw

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