CASE STUDIES

In the planning stages of the cockpit layout, consideration towards the specific volume needed for the power supply unit had been overlooked. This resulted in a potential project timescale delay and additional costs.

The Options

• Revisit the design of the cockpit layout, which would have a cost implication of tens of thousands GBP and a significant project timescale delay.

• Acquire a bespoke design for the power supply unit, designed to fit within the restricted volume available of the current cockpit layout.

The Solution

Albacom designed and manufactured an ultra-compact high voltage power supply unit. By innovating on a conventional power supply design, we could offer the power supply unit within the restricted volume of the cockpit layout.

The Impact

Our client received a bespoke high voltage power supply unit suitable for the layout of the cockpit. This has saved our client tens of thousands GBP and over six-months of potential project delay.

The Options

• Replace the eroded sections of the pipe at an estimated cost of £35,000.
• Clad the piping with a harder wearing material, localised to the erosion sites.

The Solution

The sections of eroded pipe were transferred to our bespoke machining facility in Dundee. Within one week from receipt, we clad the internal diameter of the pipe sections with a harder, more erosion-resistant material. We re-machined the pipe sections to the original mechanical specification and made initial deliveries back to the customer. 

The Impact

Cladding of the pipe sections considerably increased the product lifespan resulting in a lower swap out rate and a decrease in future system downtime, saving an estimated £20,000. This also offered our client the opportunity to consider cladding as a future tool to decrease the frequency of pipe replacement and associated costs.

The Options

• Refurbish the hoist.
• Replace the hoist.

The Solution

After cost consideration towards a replacement or refurbishment, we recommended that the client replace their hoist. Within 48-hours, we supplied and installed a new hoist on their site.

The Impact

Our client returned to operating at their full capacity within 48-hours of contacting Albacom. Additionally, our client opted for a preventative maintenance programme provided by Albacom, which will extend equipment lifespan and mitigate any future downtime.