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 Bulk Handling
 Powered by Webasto
With the rise in many European cities insisting that Non-Road Mobile Machinery (NRMM) must not produce harmful emissions, the need for electrified vehicles is growing. Webasto, better known for producing heating and cooling systems, has developed a standardised, modular battery pack for all types of commercial EVs.
The renowned 35 kW, 400 V pack in the Webasto CV Standard Battery System has been designed to be used in series or modular format to support 800 V requirements. The driving force behind the design of the modular system was to create the power needed to meet the higher voltage demands of NRMM whilst minimising any downtime.
A key consideration when electrifying machinery is the ability to
keep the machinery working
consistently and in all temperatures. The modular battery packs developed by
Webasto are interchangeable therefore can be swapped over
with fully charged packs when required and on site. Charging of the boxes can be
done off site, meaning there is no need to remove the entire machine from site.
However, the main benefit of a Webasto CV Battery System is the Thermal Management System and Vehicle Interface Box (VIB). The primary VIB controls secondary BMS units in each battery module, therefore balancing the current flow from each one. As well as enabling communication between individual hardware components and corresponding software, the VIB also serves as the interface between the batteries and the vehicle, combining the functions of a power distributor, BMS and fuse box in a single enclosure.
In addition, the modules use aluminium cooling plates on the bottom of each of two layers of packs inside the modules. This avoids having to use liquid cooling within the pack so there is no risk of coolant leaking.
With Webasto you are guaranteed a battery system that will ensure your machinery works harder for longer.
  RMGroup’s BB-400
bulk bagging system
helps Tippers meet
aggregate demand
Leading robotics and automation company, RMGroup, has supplied one of their industry leading bulk bagging systems, a BB-400, to building materials supplier, Tippers. As an existing customer, the new equipment supplements Tippers’ existing BB-400 bulk bagging and form fill & seal vertical packaging system, and comes as a result of increases in demand for virgin and decorative aggregates across Tippers’ branches throughout the Midlands region.
The BB-400 is the fastest bulk bagger from RMGroup. The system is capable of filling 3 bulk bags per minute and able to refill to weighment in just 17 seconds. A large 20 tonne heavy duty hopper feeds onto a large in-feed belt conveyor, which then feeds the BB-400. The FIBC filling machine itself is controlled by an integrated weighing system that fills the hopper to a pre-set weighment, making bulk automation very precise at high-speed and volume. Built to a high standard, the systems are guaranteed to withstand 20 years of service even with the most abrasive raw materials.
Commenting on the BB-400, Tippers’ Bill Tipper, said: “The installation process was flawless from delivery to installation and the engineers were very knowledgeable and helpful. The BB-400 bulk bagger fully meets our expectations and performance requirements. With our expert aggregates yard staff, we are able to produce bulk bags inline with set daily quotas. This allows us to increase our output, meaning we can meet and service customer demand, as well as introduce new bulk bagged aggregate products to the group.
“Tippers have a very strong working relationship with RMGroup. The team is just one phone call away and are always helpful with any issues we may have. Where an issue can’t be resolved on a call, RMGroup has a very fast call out response to ensure our machines are up and running quickly. As our business continues to grow and the need for increased production arises, RMGroup would be the first choice for additional equipment.”
Ed Pugh, RMGroup’s sales director, added: “The ongoing popularity of the BB-400 amongst aggregate suppliers shows that its robust construction means it is well suited to handle the large loading shovels that operate in the quarries and bagging plants. We are delighted that Tippers value our relationship and we look forward to providing them with our bagging expertise again in the future.”
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