design of industrial tools
We develop and design innovative industrial tools and professional devices that people use in factories or building sites, sometimes in extreme working conditions.
tools are fundamental
The design of industrial tools is fundamental to various sectors, including manufacturing, construction, automotive, and aerospace.
These tools must combine precision, durability, and user-friendliness to optimize productivity and ensure safety in demanding environments. The design process involves a multidisciplinary approach that integrates engineering principles, ergonomic considerations, material science, and advanced manufacturing techniques.
user centered
Ergonomic assessments help us to analyze how users interact with the tool. This helps in designing handles, grips, and controls that minimize strain and enhance comfort.
Secondly we apply human factors engineering principles to optimize the tool’s usability. This includes considering aspects like weight distribution, vibration dampening, and ease of operation.
When we develop complex tools that are used in extreme work environments, we give training and support materials to help users understand and effectively utilize the tool. This enhances safety and productivity in the workplace.
Mourik m-lance
Charging and discharging reactors is a critical job that demands the highest levels of safety and efficiency. Mourik is one of the few companies in the world that have mastered this task.
The M-lance is an highly complex automatic system for discharging reactors. The system reduces the down-time of the reactor by approximately half. Thanks to the M-lance, work in the reactor is much safer and we only need one quarter of the people compared to manual discharging.
We developed the automated machine from scratch. Starting with several proof of principle setups that were tested in chemical plants in the Netherlands and abroad, we made a first start with a pneumatic motor and controller system.
Later we developed more sophisticated prototypes, with fully in-house developed PLC automation, highly complex drive cassettes and air operated motors.
We manufactured a small series of machines in house and run tests in Qatar, the USA and Germany.
our role:
design strategy, proof of principle testing, concept development, 3D engineering, sourcing of components, PLC programming, electronics integration, prototyping, testing, production of a small series of machines, quality assurance and education.
TOFD / PE ultrasonic measuring device
The TOFD / PE (time of flight diffraction and pulse echo) device is a very high quality ultrasonic measuring device, that testing engineers from TÜV Rheinland Sonovation use to check and certify the quality of welds. They use the device in heavy machine building, oil and gas industry and offshore activities.
The device uses ultrasonic sound pulses to create an insight view of welds, thus making it possible to assess the quality of welds in a non-destructive manner.
The measuring data is send by means of a pre-amp to an industrial laptop for analyses.
our role:
design strategy, ergonomic models, concept development, 3D engineering, sourcing of components, prototyping, testing.
Mourik M-ty
The M-Ty is a handheld device attached to the M-Lance. While the M-Lance is carrying out a run, the operator performs a cross-check of the previous batch of pipes with the M-Ty. This way of working eliminates the tedious and time-consuming manual check that used to be necessary after unloading the reactor. This saves valuable turnaround time and removes potential faults.
The M-Ty measures with a constant airflow whether the tubes are completely emptied. If this is the case, a green marker appears and the operator closes the tube with a green cap. If the tube is not completely emptied, a red marker appears and the operator shields the tube with a red cap.
When finishing unloading, the top tube sheet is covered with green and some red caps. The red spots needs to be reworked, until all of the top sheet is green. This way the M-ty contributes to an efficient and secure unloading process.
our role:
design strategy, concept development, 3D engineering, sourcing of components, prototyping, testing.
solar hybrid inverter
The hybrid inverters from Solplanet bring solar energy to everybody. This powerful, reliable series of inverters delivers higher efficiency using advanced dual-phase shift control technology, an improved charge-discharge process and incredibly fast parallel-to-off-grid switching.
The precise intelligent EMS control continuously tracks and adjusts photovoltaic panel power, battery power, load power, and online power.
With an IP66 certification for indoor or outdoor installations, the performance is assured, no matter the weather conditions.
our role:
design strategy, concept development, 3D engineering of the housing, prototyping.
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