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Nacelle Canopy Positioning Tool

Customer
Siemens Energy
3 support points
Rear, left front and right front
3-axis positioning
Synchronized control with individual Z-axis adjustment
Reduced crane use
Mobile lifting and levelling integrated with the existing transport frame
AT A GLANCE

The case in 30 seconds.

01

Production challenge

Lift, level and position nacelle bottom canopies with greater control while integrating with the existing transport frame and reducing gantry-crane use.

02

Engineered solution

Three independently adjustable supports with synchronized HMI control, individual Z-axis adjustment and mobile integration with existing production equipment.

03

Customer value

Controlled canopy positioning, easier adjustment and reduced reliance on the gantry crane during installation and tool handling.

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DETAILED CASE

How the equipment was engineered.

Production context, equipment design, scope of delivery and verified customer value.

01 / Customer challenge

Lift, level and position the nacelle bottom canopy more safely and with greater control during installation.

The solution also needed to integrate with the existing nacelle transport frame, provide precise adjustment and reduce reliance on the gantry crane.

02 / Engineered solution

Three independently adjustable supports lift and position the canopy at the rear, left front and right front mounting points.

An HMI provides synchronized jog and step modes, with individual Z-axis control for final levelling. Master Mover technology and castor wheels support movement into position and integration with existing equipment.

SCOPE OF DELIVERY

01

Concept development

02

Mechanical and structural engineering

03

Electrical and control system design

04

Hydraulic levelling system

05

Machine safety and CE marking

06

Manufacture and assembly

07

Factory Acceptance Test

08

Installation and Site Acceptance Test

03 / Customer value

  • Reduced gantry crane use during positioning and tool installation
  • Controlled lifting, levelling and final positioning
  • Improved control during canopy installation
  • Mobile equipment integrated with the existing transport frame
  • Easy adjustment of canopy positions
CAPABILITIES USED

Concept development, Mechanical and structural engineering, Electrical and control system design, Hydraulic levelling, HMI and motion control, Machine safety and CE marking, Manufacture and assembly, FAT, Installation and SAT

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