RBT Modification kits with latest Emerson M Series Drive Controllers for improved torque measurement and control of test processes.
Modifications were requested for two existing Fori Roll and Brake testers to accommodate a new vehicle model “9-Speed Transmission Test Process”. The transmission features an increase in torque and acceleration. This required new servo motors and controllers that could accommodate the torque and acceleration throughout the test process.
Upon installation of the servomotor and drive kits, software was provided for the new transmission test process. The package included test curve displays, revised test screens, parameter selection menus and other enhancements for “Roll and Brake” test processes.
The new test screens displayed to the operator resulted in a very precise means of conducting the test process. Results of the test proved to be within the expected design criterion for the new 9-speed transmission.
The two systems were modified during a shutdown period and restart of production for existing and new product was made successfully.
High Capacity halogen free operator guided vehicles for the refurbishment of a Nuclear Power Plant have increased safety throughput.
The high capacity Fori operator guided vehicles have been designed to work within a nuclear power plant refurbishment project that runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year. The refurbishment is expected to take 12 years, the project started in 2016.
Initial refurbishment plans included a rail and carriage system. Through further investigation it was determined that operator guided vehicles would enable the end user to reduce infrastructures and increase flexibility. The vehicles were designed around the current plant infrastructure, this dictated the overall dimensions and capabilities of the system.
The vehicles allow for finite manual adjustment while handling the nuclear refurbishment equipment. The operator guided vehicles utilize a lithium ion battery, which allowed for a decreased footprint of the vehicle. The LiNMC battery also increased throughput due to the greater charge rate. The vehicles have reduced infrastructure costs, increased flexibility of the refurbishment plan and improved safety.
