Reference: 130 radial fans for efficient air circulation and cooling in kilns
A joint aim: high quality and conserving resources in aluminium production
In the USA, we are observing a significant supply deficit for flat-rolled aluminium while the demand for recycled aluminium is increasing continuously. A response to this challenge is coming from a company that is currently planning to build new aluminium plants. There is a special focus on the recycling aspect with the aim of processing billions of used drinks cans every year. The aluminium that is generated is mainly intended for the automotive, packaging and alloying industries. By focussing on recycling and quality, the company is taking an important step towards sustainability and conserving resources in aluminium production.
A decisive factor in aluminium production is efficient air circulation and cooling in the kilns. Around 130 radial fans of various designs from Scheuch COMPONENTS are being used for this.
Perform better
First class steel quality thanks to professional coolingThe company is relying on the kilns from EBNER Industrieofenbau GmbH to produce high quality aluminium. These kilns transform raw aluminium melt into solid blocks. Radial fans play a vital role in the process and therefore affect the quality of the end product directly.
Temperature check: a precise temperature check during the cooling process is essential to ensure that the aluminium solidifies evenly. Uneven temperatures may cause unwanted tension or structural changes to the aluminium and impair the quality.
Even cooling: the air flow generated by the radial fans ensures that the aluminium cools evenly. Even cooling is important to minimise thermal tension in the material and to obtain a homogeneous crystal structure. This has a direct effect on the aluminium’s mechanical properties and surface quality.
Preventing hot spots: radial fans help to prevent hot spots by guaranteeing an even distribution of cooling air. Hot spots could cause local overheating which, in turn, causes structural irregularities and has a negative effect on the quality of the final product.
Energy efficiency: well controlled radial fans contribute to energy efficiency by optimising air circulation and performing the cooling process with the minimum amount of energy. Efficient cooling does not just enable quality standards to be maintained but also contributes to cost efficiency during production.
Integrating high quality radial fans does not just ensure efficient production but also ensures that strict quality standards are maintained.
Significant components
From consultation to shipping: radial fan including accessoriesDie EBNER Industrieofenbau GmbH has been a loyal Scheuch customer since 1975 and is overseen by Mr Roman Stüber, our Senior Sales Manager. Development work performed together already provided a solid basis for successful projects such as the current on, in which comprehensive consultation services and careful planning were extremely important.
Particularly before the quotation phase that started in the middle of 2019 to contract conclusion in December 2022, Mr Stüber was in constant contact with EBNER experts, Mr Christian Brandstätter, Purchasing Manager and Mr Thomas Langthaler, Technical Expert, in order to develop a perfect solution for the end customer.
The first delivery was already completed on-time.
All components were produced in the factory in Upper Austria, where the highest production standards are maintained. Following careful quality control and documentation, Scheuch COMPONENTS packed the components professionally for transport by sea. The boxes were then transported on an HGV to the port of Bremerhaven. From there, they travelled by sea to the USA. The delivery includes:
- Around 130 radial fans
- Baffle silencers including supports
- Pipe silencer including supports
- Expansion joints
- Piping components and duct components
- Assembly material
“The challenges of this project lay both in its size and in the scope of the deliveries as well as in the coordination of deadlines. However, thanks to the extremely professional co-operation with those responsible at EBNER GmbH, everything went smoothly. The seaworthy packing of 60 crates was also carried out professionally and reliably by Scheuch COMPONENTS in Aurolzmünster. Meeting the delivery deadlines required precise planning and organisation, which we did with the utmost care. It was a pleasure to be able to successfully accompany this project from the quotation phase to customer acceptance. Special thanks go to EBNER for the trust they placed in us and the first-class cooperation.” Roman Stüber, Senior Sales Manager
Our partners
EBNER Industrieofenbau GmbHEBNER Industrieofenbau GmbH is a renowned family business that specialises in developing and producing industrial kilns. The focus is on comprehensive support for researching, developing, producing, assembling and commissioning heat treatment systems, particularly for the steel, aluminium and non-ferrous metal industries. The company believes in innovation, sustainability and customer satisfaction, which makes it a trustworthy partner in the industry. EBNER was founded in 1948, is headquartered in Upper Austria and currently employs 844 people.
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