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Can plants run around the clock producing beverage cans to tight tolerances. They use a variety of high speed equipment which is adversely effected by vibration and excessive bearing wear. The use of HyComp self-lubricating bushings in the beverage can industry is contributing to improved plant operating efficiency. Carbon fiber plus a unique lubricious resin provides a unique
combination of superior wear properties, excellent dimensional stability and vibration dampening. Reduced wear between
moving elements means better process control and improved quality. Eliminating down time for frequent maintenance
improves productivity and plant efficiency. The result is improved plant performance. |
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An example of these process improvements can be seen in body makers that form the can shape. HyComp composite bushings using low pressure coolant replace the conventional high pressure hydrostatic bronze bushings. Tighter running clearances are maintained. HyComp’s inherent vibration
dampening property provides better control of the critical moving element, the ram. The result is better looking beverage cans, reduced tool pack wear and significant reduction in oil consumption. Since wear is reduced less downtime is required to aligning body makers.
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Vacuum manifolds are widely used in can making equipment. FibreComp’s dimensional stability and dramatically reduced wear extends the running time between maintenance. This contributes to significant reduction in down time and
resulting increase in plant output.
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FibreComp wear bands and plugs typically last as much as 20 times longer than the historically used nylon and Teflon based products. Unlike these materials FibreComp doesn’t creep and maintains the critical clearances between moving parts. Minimal wear produces better process control, improved shell quality and reduced maintenance. Less down time improves shell
plant productivity. |
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