Al Taiseer Aluminium – PRESS-03 Puller Drive Upgrade | Hi-Tec

    PRESS-03 Puller Drive Upgrade

    Al Taiseer Aluminium

    ⛶ Click to enlarge

    Project Overview

    Hi-Tec modernized the drive system on the PRESS-03 puller at Al Taiseer Aluminium Company.

    Challenge / Project Requirement

    The puller used an older Simovert Masterdrive MC drive system that was selected for upgrading.

    Solution and Technical Scope

    The new configuration specified Siemens SINAMICS S120 PM240-2 with a CU320-2DP control unit and braking resistor. The upgraded drive system was integrated with the existing B&R PLC.

    Project Outcome

    The project reference associates the modernization with improved line efficiency, minimized downtime and long-term spare-parts and technical-support availability. No measured performance figures were provided.