WCA July 2017

Industry news

❍ With a line speed of up to 200m/min, the loose tubes are stranded at 2,500rpm A new concept to help performance and cost

does not harm the tubes or bundle. When it comes to thin-wall products, the ROBI demonstrates accurate binding quality with perfect tension – even when crossbinding soft tubes or soft bundles. Currently, the OFC 70/RL-R SZ-stranding line is claimed to offer the shortest reversal time on the market. The company can also provide a tailor-made lay plate design depending on the product mix. DPT is Rosendahl Nextrom’s solution for space-saving payoff design for loose tubes. The integration of two payoff positions in one common machine frame helps to save shop floor space. The DTP is available in two sizes, either for spools with up to 800mm or up to 1,000mm flange diameter. Especially regarding product designs with two or more layers of stranded tubes, the DPT can reach its full potential in terms of space savings. Rosendahl Nextrom – Austria Website : www.rosendahlnextrom.com

SZ-STRANDING for fibre optic cables has been improved. Rosendahl and Nextrom have elaborated a concept which coordinates performance and costs in one line. What has been achieved is a low total cost of ownership (TCO). This is a result of higher overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) and longer product lifetime, with fewer spare part needs. The line itself is designed for a short set-up time, which also supports increased OEE. Performance improvement speed is usually a key factor. With a line speed of up to 200m/min, the loose tubes are stranded at 2,500rpm. But speed alone does not fulfil all the requirements a manufacturer has on a production line. Integrated components also have to react precisely at high speeds. The new ROBI cross binder from Rosendahl Nextrom keeps up with the speed while at the same time securing low tension for the stranded bundle. The active yarn tension control ensures that the tension

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