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The Continuous Composite Preforming System is an integrated pre-cure stacking, cutting and forming unit that allows the automatic pre-forming of various profile types in a continuous (endless) process. The Continuous Composite Preforming System has been developed by Broetje-Automation in close collaboration with its customers and is individually adaptable to customer needs for various types of shapes and forms.
Technical Data
- Material storage: 21 creels up to 600mm diam. (approx. 140m BiAx material with 495gsm)
- 98 Servo drives
- 19 drop units to allow various stack sequences from 2 to 21 layers
- 31 controlled heating devices
- Machine width: 3.8m
- Machine height: 2.6m
- Machine length: 44m (Adjustable to required floor space)
- 2 logic controllers
- 12 proportional flow valves
- 226 pneumatic position switches
Special Features
- Easy loading / unloading of material storage with quick release mechanism
- Build up of various stack sequences and applications with several reinforcement types (width/length, contour – foot to web transition)
- Ultrasonic in-process trimming unit cuts through fully consolidated preform
- Trimming of flange and web area
- Lateral cut on the fly to desired preform length without process interruption
- Heating and stabilization of complex profile stack
- cross section forming to desired final contour with adaptable web and flange length
- Automatic gap filler inseration unit
- Large-area drive units which exert only low shearing forces on the fibres
- Curvature and joggle forming
Sustainability in mechanical engineering – Broetje-Automation joins the world’s largest sustainability initiative
- Published on 15 September 2023
Broetje-Automation has been pursuing an ambitious sustainability strategy for several years in order to position the company for the future in line with sustainable development. Now the mechanical engineering company based in Rastede has become an official participant of the United Nations Global Compact. The aim is to work together and globally to create a more sustainable economy.
Steady Winds are Rising – Broetje-Automation shows innovative approaches for the industrialization of turbine production
- Published on 12 September 2023
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Broetje-Automation has consistently pushed the boundaries of automation technology, delivering state-of-the-art solutions that enhance productivity, efficiency, and safety. Nowadays this knowledge is used in wind turbine manufacturing and assembly processes. With a commitment to sustainability and a focus on customer-centricity, the company’s presence at the Husum Wind Expo from September 12 to 15 is set to showcase its latest advancements and engage with industry stakeholders.