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March, 2010
Aerobraze Europe Installs New Furnace Control Systems
Wall Colmonoy is pleased to announce that Aerobraze Europe has just invested in new state of the art control systems for its 6 vacuum furnaces. The new furnace control panels utilize Eurotherm ‘Eycon 20’ displays and T2550 I/O modules (see picture). This is supported by the latest Eurotherm furnace control software which became available mid 2009.
The new system is already providing benefits by reducing operator hours and allowing the furnaces to be monitored remotely. In the event of a power outage the controls are programmed to restore the furnace conditions to those in force immediately before power was lost. Various scenarios are pre-programmed to ensure that this is achieved in an appropriate manner.
Fault finding diagnostics are included along with the ability to flag up to operators when temperature uniformity surveys, pump maintenance, instrument calibration etc. are due.
A Eurotherm SCADA system is used as the master for storing programs; it also provides back-up data storage and the interface for remote monitoring via the web.
The software is also reducing the time required to produce temperature uniformity surveys. The new system meets Nadcap requirements, is able to produce Nadcap compliant reports, and provides the option for remote monitoring and control.
Furnace operators are finding the new system to be very user friendly and many standard furnace cycles are now embedded within the processor memory. Each furnace has its own data logging capability and can store up to 1000 furnace cycles. All process files are fully auditable and tamper proof.
Aerobraze is a Division of Wall Colmonoy Corporation, a privately held Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business headquartered out of Madison Heights, MI. The Aerobraze Division has locations in Cincinnati, Oklahoma City, and Wales UK. Aerobraze is ISO certified, and holds NADCAP process certifications (heat treat / brazing, welding, chemical processes, NDTs and coatings). Aerobraze also provides a full line of machining capabilities to produce part and assemblies as an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and a Repair & Overhaul (R&O) company in support of the aerospace, aviation and automotive industries.
February, 2010
Aerobraze Cincinnati Promotes Joe Hetzer to Director of Operations
Wall Colmonoy is pleased to inform that Joe Hetzer has been promoted to Director of Operations for Aerobraze, Cincinnati. Joe previously held the title of Engineering Manager where he did an outstanding job, especially with Rolls Royce contracts, leading successful qualifications for the RR250 diffuser program.
Joe has over 23 years of experience working in the Aerospace Industry. He attended Colerain High Trade School for advanced machining and tool design, and continued his education at Cincinnati State in Manufacturing Engineering.
Joe worked on the Pratt & Whitney Joint Strike Fighter program, developing blades, vanes and shrouds from concept to production. He is also a major contributor in developing multi-axis EDM drilling machines from concept to world-leading technology.
Joe’s new responsibilities will include directing and monitoring production and sales, creating innovative ways of manufacturing Aerospace hardware, team building, and establishing goals. Reporting to Joe will be personnel in the manufacturing departments at Aerobraze Cincinnati.
For more information on Aerobraze Cincinnati visit http://www.wallcolmonoy.com/locations/cinci.html
February, 2010
Wall Colmonoy Hires Accounting Manager
Wall Colmonoy is pleased to inform you that Daria Johnson has joined Wall Colmonoy Corporation as Accounting Manager, reporting to Bob Heminger. Daria holds a Masters Degree in Finance from Walsh College and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance.
Daria has over 25 years experience in Accounting, most recently acting as Controller for a gauge, cable, and adapter manufacturer for the Heavy Truck and Military industries. She has a strong background in cost accounting and experience in the implementation of various accounting systems.
Her responsibilities will include streamlining systems while strengthening internal control and reporting.
February, 2010
Wall Colmonoy Hires Business Manager for the Alloy Products Group
Wall Colmonoy is pleased to announce that Joel Gutierrez has joined Wall Colmonoy Corporation as Business Manager for the Alloy Products Group. He will be responsible for the western states in the USA, as well as Mexico, Central, and South America.
Joel previously held positions at Goodman Manufacturing and Modine Manufacturing Company in the Brazing, Engineering, and Quality areas. He has a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, a minor in Industrial Engineering, and an MBA from Texas A&M International University.
Utilizing his brazing expertise, he will focus his activities on the North and South American Brazing markets, where he will work closely with Wall Colmonoy’s Technical Services and provide assistance to our customers’ engineering specialists in the automotive, power generation, and heat transfer industries.
For more information visit: www.wallcolmonoy.com/alloyproductsgroup.html
January, 2010
Wall Colmonoy’s May 2010 Brazing School
Engineers, management, and sales personnel are invited to attend WallColmonoy’s unique
3-day brazing course. The course will be held May 11-13, 2010 at the Brazing Engineering Center, Wall Colmonoy Aerobraze, Cincinnati.
Started by the late Robert Peaslee (the father of nickel brazing) in 1970,
Wall Colmonoy continues his tradition by utilizing his years of mentoring and experience with our current instructors. The course is led by Lydia Lee, Director of the Brazing Engineering Center and assisted by Bob Pfouts, Chief Engineer, Russ Wilcox, Marketing Applications Engineer, and Bert Breer, Sales Engineer.
The course includes:
- Brazing design
- Metallurgical aspect of modern furnace brazing
- Brazing atmosphere and furnace equipment
- Brazing material selection
- Brazing operations
- Quality control
- Real life applications and case studies
- Half day of practical hands-on experience on the shop floor.
Attendees are encouraged to bring their brazing issues to the “Problem Solving Sessions”.
Wall Colmonoy’s last brazing school, which was held in December 2009, was well received by all accounts. Many engineers stated that the hands-on experience the Aerobraze facility provided was invaluable.
For more information, prospective students may call Lydia Lee, Director of the Brazing Engineering Center, at 248-585-6400 ext. 252. The brochure/registration form can also be downloaded from the Wall Colmonoy website at www.wallcolmonoy.com/brazingschool.html.