Enhancing Production for a Nonwoven Manufacturing Operation
We fabricated a multiple-line supporting machine that allowed for a steady and efficient production flow.
Overview
Recently, a US-based nonwoven manufacturer ran into a production problem. To manufacture a particular set of products, they needed to leverage equipment from a successive set of OEMs. However, there were gaps in the production line that disrupted the process and inhibited an efficient production run.
When we initially met with the customer, they understood our capacity to help in these cases and described their desired assembly function.
Over the course of both in-person and virtual meetings, they described their desired assembly in concept. We also met virtually with their overseas plants to collect additional input into a potential design.
After analyzing their requirements and overall ideas, we made suggestions for a specific type of roller design, and then we mutually agreed on the final specifications.
Results
Based upon mutually agreeable CAD drawings, we fabricated a multiple-line supporting machine, including a web tension frame that was supported by custom fabricated bowed rollers as well as aluminum anodized dead shaft free spinning idler rollers.
Inserting these new components into their line allowed for a steady and efficient production flow. What could have been a painfully slow and manual stage in production was easily automated when our experts were able to step in, understand the goals, and find a prudent solution to a unique manufacturing problem.
Some of the unique specifications for this project included:
