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News Release from: Wheelabrator Group | Subject: Flogas
Edited by the Processingtalk Editorial
Team on 28 March 2008
Wheelabrator increases flow efficiency
for Flogas
Flogas, the LPG supplier, is enjoying increased production and improved efficiency at its Staveley gas cylinder refurbishing plant, thanks to a new wheelblast machine from the Wheelabrator Group
Following a three way tender process, Flogas chose Wheelabrator Group to supply a new diablo conveyor wheelblast machine so all cylinder refurbishment could take place in-house Prior to the Wheelabrator installation, Flogas cylinders in need of grit blasting would be out-sourced to a third party and refurbished off site
This article was originally published on Processingtalk on 10 Nov 2005 at 8.00am (UK)
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Simon Eldridge, cylinder supply chain manager at Flogas said: "With refurbishment now taking place on-site the process is streamlined, and more time and cost effective.
The introduction of our new procedure has seen speed; efficiency and production increase by more than 20 percent.
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We chose Wheelabrator Group because of its service reputation, market knowledge, proven machine innovation and tried and tested equipment solutions.
It has allowed us to achieve improved quality standards and take full control of our process.
Producing a professional product reinforces our service message, which is why investments of this nature are key contributions to the ongoing success of Flogas".
Cylinders are now processed through the roller conveyor machine, which removes old paint, previous zinc coatings and any rust on the surface.
The steel is left clean and ready for the new zinc application.
Once completed, the cylinder is safe to go back into circulation for up to another 15 years.
Rob Goodwin, UK field sales manager at Wheelabrator Group, said: "The requirements and timescales from the customer were very specific.
We commissioned the machine to include a diablo mechanism to rotate the cylinders as they pass through, providing maximum cleaning capabilities, and an automated loading and unloading facility to maintain high levels of production efficiency.
The client's expectations on timings were also met, with the machine delivered on time and to schedule.
Roller machines are ideal for providing continuous and increased production flow.
Once up and running they require very little operator interaction allowing labour to be allocated more effectively.
With the introduction of this new blast equipment, Flogas is now seeing one cylinder being cleaned every thirty seconds".
For product enquiries or to arrange a visit to the Wheelabrator Group Surface Technology Centre, please contact Brian Rodgers, the sales manager at Wheelabrator Group. Request a free brochure from Wheelabrator Group ...
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