The cooperation with Volkswagen in Bratislava closely connected with the proven collaboration of the BMF with the VW headquarters in Wolfs-burg. Over the years, the BMF has become one of the main suppliers for the worldwide successful auto-mobile manufacturers in the field of skid conveying technology.The car body storage to be expand-ed is the one installed by the BMF in 2000. The current project covers 65 roller conveyors, 21 transverse apron

conveyors, 15 eccentric lifting tables and two turntables. The volume of steel construction involved in this contract amounts to approximately 15 t.

The second project involves consid-erably more material, namely some 100 t of steel construction. This project is for an additional line for special edition models which is also

scheduled to be realized by autumn 2012 and includes roller conveyors, turntables and lifters.

The long years of business relations with successful customers is an es-sential success factor of the BMF. The company has recently received two further contracts in the field of skid conveying technology from VW in Bratislava. Firstly for the expan-sion of the car body storage for al-ready existing models and then an additional line for special editions models.

Proven technology: The car body storage

at Volkswagen in Bratislava.

Further contracts for skid conveying technology at VW in Bratislava BMF-Conveying technology Expansion of the car body storage and an additional line for special edition models underline the good business relation

The hybrid scraper conveyor is an attractive complement to the busi-ness sector Components. In addition to the efficient removal of chips, this novel product also enables the filtration of contaminated cooling lubricant on account of an integrat-ed filter drum. A particular detail is that the actuation of the filter drum is independent from the actuation of the conveyor.

Hybrid scraper conveyor with twofold function:Attractive addition to the product portfolio BMF-Components Innovative development which conveys chips as well as filters contaminated cooling lubricant

On account of the concept with two actuators, the function of conveying and filtering with the hybrid scraper conveyors from BMF can be scaled as required according to individual wishes or requirements for the ap-plication purposes. The hybrid scraper conveyor prin-cipally has a filter efficiency of ap-proximately 250l/m which can, how-ever, be varied according to the ap-plication. The filter fineness reaches up to 50µm, thus enabling a broad range of application for the new BMF product.There is adequate room on the hybrid scraper conveyor for four

Double function: The BMF hybrid

scraper conveyor.

pumps which are available from the BMF’s standardized modular system. Further pumps can also be installed

if required. The first projects have already shown that the hybrid scrap-er conveyor also achieves excellent results in the processing of alumin-ium in particular. An additional advantage is the easy maintenance: The filter drum can be replaced within just a few minutes.

The conveyor can therewith also be easily refitted for another filtration stage.

Autumn 2012

Newsletter of the Bürener Maschinenfabrik GmbH

Conveying technology · Filter technology · Plastic processing

Contents

•   Vacuum chip technology:

Extraction duet

•   Cooling lubricant systems:

Installation for SKODA

•   Project: Further installation

in the „Factory of the Year“

•   Employees: Anniversaries

with a total of 325 years

of loyalty to the company

Exemplary achievements in society, at school, in vocational training and at work are too seldom appreciated. In particular the exceptional achieve-ments of young people should be honoured far more, as these are of fundamental importance for the functioning of our community. For this very reason, we at the headquar-ters in Büren have been supporting the action „The best of Büren“ for many a year.

At the award ceremony for this ac-tion this year, we experienced that being down-to-earth, having local ties and showing loyalty to a loca-tion should not be underestimated. With their outstanding commitment in various clubs and organisations, a large number of young people have contributed to keeping our town and region lively and attractive.

We, as the largest employer in the town Büren and environment, have a vested interest in qualified young people. Those who would like to be one of our team do, however, have to make an investment. I expect from all my employees that they fully com-mit themselves to the company. Oth-er than in earlier times, the demand nowadays is for work with a view to the solution of problems.

Fundamental skills such as reading, writing and calculating are essen-tial to be successful. And whoever wants to belong to the best has to perform with evident enthusiasm. The performance is then rewarded. And one important aspect should not be disregarded: Particularly for the case where theoretical knowledge is combined with practical skills, there is an abundance of opportunities which often even surmount a classi-cal academic qualification.

With friendly greetings from Büren,

YourHeinrich SteinbrecherProprietor/Managing Director

Strong commitment

Initial construciton phase: The alluvial filter for SKODA AUTO, a.s.

The alluvial filter system, which is to be installed in the crankshaft processing area, has a capacity of 4,600 l/min. and achieves a particu-larly fine filtration of nominal 5 µm. Apart from both the alluvial filters set up in the floor-mounted slump tray, there will also be a dirt collec-tor with scraper and magnetic sep-arator, a clean tank, a hinged belt filter for the secondary filtration as well as three filter and system pumps for each.

The vacuum filter installation is then to follow in the area of cylinder head

processing area. This installation has a capacity of 12,000 l/min and achieves a filter fineness of 30 to 100 µm. There will also be a floor-mount-ed sump tray with the filter installa-tion, a chip pre-separator and a mini vacuum filter for bath maintenance.

Filtration in two construction stages by mid 2013 BMF-Cooling lubricant systems Alluvial filter and vacuum filter installations with piping for SKODA AUTO, a.s.

The BMF is currently realizing an extensive project at SKODA AUTO, a.s., in two construction stages. Firstly an alluvial filter installation in autumn 2012 and following that a vacuum filter installation by mid 2013. The BMF will be supplying the complete piping in the case of both projects.

The BMF remains an essential supplier for the „Best factory of the year“ in the field of cooling lubricant technolo-gy. The company supplied the Volkswagen Engine Works Chemnitz, which was named by the trade journal „Pro-duction“ and the management consulters A.T. Kearney as the best production site, with a further filter installation for the complete supply and waste disposal of the honing department.

The honing filter installation Alu ZKG boasts an efficiency of 1,000 l/min emulsion and achieves a filter fineness of approximately 15 µm. Apart from the central vacuum fil-ter for the return transport of the contaminated emulsion, it includes a down-line backwash, a clean tank of 2 m³, a mini vacuum filter and a sep-arator for bath maintenance as well as a return pump station to the most important parts of the installation. The construction and installation of this honing system was a excellent opportunity for the BMF to demon-

Filter installation in the „Best factory of the year“ BMF-Project Continuation of the collaboration with Volkswagen Engine Works, Chemnitz

strate its efficiency in the field of coolant lubricants and to consoli-

date the business relation with the engine works.

Successful installation: The current honing system at the

engine works in Chemnitz.

The extraction stations and convey-ors were delivered completely pre-assembled to the machines. The extraction pipe connections led lat-erally flat out of the suction sluice and were connected to the vacuum extraction installation on site per assembly fittings. The free-flowing short aluminium chippings are

auto ma ti- c allyseized from the chip conveyor with the aid of a feed screw (chip volume up to approximately 5 kg/h)and fed in-to the centralised extraction sys-tem.

The vacuum chip technology is an interesting alternative for many projects as opposed to the classical removal and processing of the cooling lubricant. The BMF supplied an extensive chip extraction system to the automobile supplier MAG-IAS for ten machine tools. Apart from the extraction stations, the contract also consisted of relevant chip conveyors from the company’s own modular system.

Duet with suction stations and scraper conveyors BMF-Vacuum chip technology Extensive chip extraction for ten machine tools at MAG-IAS at the site of Eislingen

Successful duet: Suction station and scraper conveyor for

MAG-IAS in Eislingen.

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As market leader in the technologi-cal association for zinc, magnesium and aluminium die casting with dec-orative surfaces, the HDO provides an expert impetus for innovative and viable solutions. The company, which is down-to-earth but with an international standing, has a similar Westphalian mentality as the BMF and over 50 years of experience. Both companies are belong to the most important employers in the re-gion.

One of the success factors of the col-laboration is the close coordination of the design and development de-partments of both companies. The cooperation ranges from the idea through the choice of materials, the design suitable for the plastic ma-terial to the building of prototypes for material testing. The joint work-shops, which take place on a regular basis, serve to optimise the design and implementation of the prod-ucts.

Cooperation with HDO as from the develpment of the products BMF-Plastic processing Regular joint workshops to optimise the design and implementation of products

Pole Position BMF-Technology Hook-on systems of the middle class

Up until now, the BMF was predominantly known as supplier of belt filter installations and large centralized filtration systems. The company has now extended its scope of supply to include cooling lubricant installations of the middle-class which, due to the hook-on system, offers unlimited mobility.

Compact design, modular construc-tion, scaled concept – this triad char-acterizes these installation and the BMF sees itself in the pole position on the market. The renowned ad-vantages of the company, such as maximal performance and the short-est of delivery times, naturally also apply for these installations.

The tank volume of these mid-dle-class installations ranges from 2000 to 8000 l and is therefore suit-able for small and middle-sized pro-duction cells. The modular construc-tion covers the standard compo-nents such as pumps, cooling and a filtration with a capacity of approxi-mately 350 to 2000 l/min.New middle class: Hook-on installations with tank sizes from 2,000 to 8,000 l.

The performance range of the plastic processing within the BMF far ex-ceeds just the injection moulding. The partnership with the company HDO in Paderborn is an excellent example of a close cooperation which begins as from the development of products.

Far-reaching cooperation: The BMF employees Anne Hülskötter (Sales, 3rd from the right) and Dieter Finke (Development/Technology, on the right) with the competent persons from HDO (from the left), namely Dr Heinz Herberhold (Head of Project Management), Business Engineer Alexander Gossing (Innovation Management), Dieter Stollburges (Development) and Andreas Öffler (Development).

Filter installation in the „Best factory of the year“ BMF-Project Continuation of the collaboration with Volkswagen Engine Works, Chemnitz

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Very few companies can claim such statistics! The BMF has been able – within just this theird quarter 2012 – to congratulate 14 members of staff who together celebrate 325 years of loyalty to the company. Numerous members completed their vocational training at the BMF and now form key pillars of the team.

14 members of staff celebrate a total of 325 years at the company BMF-Employees A multitude of experience, the best of qualifications and strong commitment characterise the staff at the headquarters in Büren

machine fitter and now fulfils an im-portant task over many years as site manager. Gerhard Risch has been one of the team equally long and his experience as a fitter in shift work is important for the plastic processing. Four further members of staff can boast all of three decades of loyalty

to the company, all of whom com-menced with a vocational training at the BMF as machine fitters, name-ly Andreas Finke (skilled worker in the sector Components), Hans-J. Gerken (skilled worker in the electri-cal workshop), Josef Schmidt (mas-ter in the systems development) und Norbert Schulte (milling cutter in the mechanical production).Five further members of staff cele-brate their special company anniver-saries. For 25 years Norbert Schilling as work planner, Michael Unterhalt as energy electronic, and Werner Witthaut as storage worker have been active at the BMF; Christian Lausen as production manager has achieved two decades. The following four employees have been with the company for ten years: Andreas Blome (electrics), David Karwoth (plastic processing), Korbinian Schulte (tool making) und Gerd Witthaut (electrics).

Congratulations to all of our loyal members of staff on their company anniversary!

The BMF also work progressively on the future with regard to human re-sources. The staff has been increased by ten young people, two students and eight vocational trainees as from 1st August 2012. The company here-with sets forth its committed promotion of junior employees.

The latest newcomers: Training Manager Carsten Lenniger with Jakob Han-na, Florian Weyand, Corinna Meschede, Dominik Wetter, Alexej Vasilev, Markus Schäfer, Maximilian Kämper, Gabriel Finke and Jens Möckel.

this year: Markus Schäfer and An-dre Tacke, who, after successfully completed his vocational training as toolmaker has been employed as a skilled worker since 2009 and now wishes to reach further qualifica-tions.Furthermore, eight young school leavers have commenced a vocation-al training in six areas: Maximilian

Kämper (industrial mechanic), Jens Möckel, Florian Weyand (both elec-tronics technicians for industrial sys-tems), Gabriel Finke (machining me-chanic), Jakob Hanna, Alexej Vasilev (both process mechanics for plas-tics), Dominik Wetter (toolmaker) as well as Corinna Meschede (industrial clerk).

Two members of the staff have been working for the company for 35

years. Franz-Wilhelm Lausen com-pleted a vocational training as a

Many years of loyalty (from the left): Proprietor/Managing Di-rector Heinrich Steinbrecher with Andreas Blome, Christian Lausen, Korbian Schulte, Andreas Finke, Norbert Schulte, Josef Schmidt, Norbert Schilling, Werner Witthaut, Franz-Wilhelm Lausen, Hans-Jür-gen Gerken und Gerd Witthaut.

For many years the BMF has been strongly committed to providing the own organisation with sufficient and well qualified employees. Many young people have made an impres-

sive career in the company in the course of this time.The positive experience made with the dual study system has led the BMF to even take on two students

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