High-capacity surface treatment for the UK industrial storage sector
In the production of glass-fused-to-steel tanks and silos, the durability of the surface treatment is paramount. For Permastore Limited, located in Suffolk, United Kingdom, CALDAN designed and commissioned a sophisticated P&F380 power & free overhead conveyor system. This 228-meter installation provides the heavy-duty throughput and process control required to handle large-format sheet metal components through intensive coating and curing stages.
The challenge: managing heavy loads in extreme process environments
The Permastore project required a conveyor solution capable of operating reliably under harsh industrial conditions. To maintain a world-class finishing standard for their global customer base, the system had to address several critical factors:
1. High-temperature resilience: The conveyor components index through curing ovens with temperatures reaching up to 250°C, requiring specialized materials and lubrication.
2. Heavy-duty part handling: Each wagon needed to support up to 333 kg of sheet metal, with part lengths of up to 3,000 mm, while maintaining stability throughout the line.
3. Specialized safety compliance: The system operates within ATEX Zone 2 powder booths, necessitating a design that meets strict safety regulations for explosive atmospheres.
4. Operational speed variation: To optimize the finishing quality, the system required separate process and transportation chains with variable speeds.
The solution: P&F380 overhead conveyor UK system
The P&F380 was selected for its robust load-bearing capabilities and its flexibility in managing complex process flows. Key technical features of this UK installation include:
– Multi-chain synchronization: The system utilizes a process chain (0.5 – 2.5 m/min) for coating stages and a high-speed transportation chain (10.0 m/min) to move parts rapidly between zones, maximizing overall efficiency.
– Heavy-duty 12-wheeled wagons: To distribute the 333 kg load and ensure a smooth transit of the 3,000 mm load bars, the system uses a reinforced 12-wheeled wagon design.
– Continuous load and unload: Designed for high-volume production, the loading and unloading areas operate in a continuous moving mode, allowing for an operational capacity of 33 wagons per hour.
– Cardan chain reliability: The 228-meter system is powered by our high-performance cardan chain, ensuring consistent movement even under the high thermal stresses of the curing ovens.
Strategic impact on UK industrial manufacturing
The Caldan UK conveyor installation at Permastore has significantly boosted production capacity and process reliability. The P&F380 technology provides the precision and durability needed for large-scale industrial coating, reinforcing Permastore’s position as a global leader in tank and silo manufacturing based in the United Kingdom.
– Industry: Industrial storage and tank manufacturing (UK)
– Application: Surface treatment of large sheet metal components
– System type: P&F380 power & free overhead conveyor
Partner with the UK’s overhead conveyor specialists
CALDAN is a specialist in providing heavy-duty, high-temperature conveyor solutions for the British manufacturing industry. Our project with Permastore Limited demonstrates our expertise in engineering systems for extreme environments and high-capacity production. Contact our UK team to discuss how our power & free technology can optimize your industrial finishing line.
