 Customer
ABB Transmissions and Distribution Ltd
Problem
To meter and mix a reactive two component epoxy with a mix
ratio by volume of 1 to 5. The epoxy had a gel time of 90 minutes.
After mixing, the material was poured down into a tube, totally
encapsulating a sectionalisor used in outdoor, high voltage
transmission cables.  This was a very messy process. As the run
sizes were small, a high cost meter mix machine was uneconomical.
Previous Method
- Measure each component of the epoxy in plastic jars, then
hand mix in a jar with a pouring lip.
- Pour approximately 120 ml of material down a tube, containing
the sectionaliser, ensuring that it was totally encapsulated.
Solution
- Ratio-Pak Two Component Cartridges in 150:750 ml mix ratio
and Static Mixers.
- Air Operated Bi-Mixer Applicator.
- Filling of Cartridges by Svenic.
Benefits
- Ensures that the correct mix ratio of 1 to 5 is being
adhered to.
- A reduction in wastage and clean up
- A reduction in the time to apply the material.
- More accurate placement of material.
- A reduction in the cost per unit.
- Observes Occupational Health & Safety practices
- Eliminates safety risks.
- Eliminates air entrapment of material caused by hand mixing.
- Increased convenience as cartridges are prefilled.
Customers Comments
For a number of years we had been mixing the material in
plastic cooking jugs purchased from the local supermarket and
mixing the material with a wooden coffee stick.
This of course, led to the problem that sometimes the material
was spilt down the side of these units and had to be cleaned away.
Also, more material was being mixed than was required.
The previous application certainly was not one that should be
used in our type of factory, where we observe strict OH & S
practices. As such, we sought the help of an engineer who put us
in touch with Svenic.
We have developed a system where by we have assembled a number
of these units on a trolley. The units are wheeled under the
static mixer. The operator then simply activates the applicator.
The material is fed into the tube, encapsulating the electronic
sectionalisors.
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CUSTOMER TRAINING
Whilst exhibiting at the World of Concrete in Singapore last
year, personnel from Sika Malaysia and Sika Singapore took the
opportunity to update their knowledge on the Svenic range of
equipment and services. A number of questions, problems and
answers were discussed, with both Svenic and Sika personnel
leaving with considerably more knowledge. Shortly after the
training session, Sika Singapore was the first Sika company in
South East Asia to introduce the Svenic Crack Injection System
into its range. Our readers are no doubt aware, training is
important to all businesses, so if you would like a member of our
staff to attend your next sales meeting or product training
session, please contact our Sales Department.
CRACK INJECTION DEMONSTRATION
A HIGHLIGHT AT WORLD OF CONCRETE
The World of Concrete in Singapore drew exhibitors and
attendees from all over South East Asia. Willie Kay of Wak
Consultants - without doubt one of the most knowledgeable experts
in Crack Injection in the Region, presented three Crack Injection
methods at the show. Svenic, was indeed fortunate, that Willie
chose the Svenic Crack Injection System as one of his preferred
injection methods. Willie was particularly impressed with the
convenient and low cost method of injecting cracks in concrete.
His presentation was very well attended and the Svenic Crack
Injection system received considerable interest. The use of twin
cartridges and static mixing to meter and mix the epoxy ensures
the quality of the mixed material. It also increases user
convenience and productivity, when coupled with our manual or air
guns. Above all, the patented crack injection flange is low cost
and easy to use, whilst enhancing safety.
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