by Kyle Molyneux | Fri 10 May 2024
Largest Benco side-mounting turnover engine stand
Brixworth Engineering, manufacturer of the globally renowned Benco engine stands, has produced its largest-ever side-mounting turnover stand. Supplied to the Croydon facility of leading power transmission specialist Voith Turbo, the Benco 1050 (an upgrade to Brixworth’s standard Benco 1000 engine stand) is helping this progressive plant to inspect and service a variety of engines and transmissions.
With a load capacity of 5,000kg (at 500mm from the mounting spindle) and a turning capacity of 10,000Nm, the Benco 1050 supplied to Voith Turbo facilitates the manipulation of complete engines for inspection, repair or modification. Moreover, it is a mobile version featuring a motor drive to deliver rotational speed up to 4rpm, although customers can opt for floor mounting and manual operation if preferable.
Control of the Benco 1050 at Voith Turbo is via a fixed pushbutton station, with pendant control available as an option. As a further point of note, Brixworth designed and manufactured additional mounting arms to minimise deflection throughout the loading and rotation process.
Benco engine stands are said to be ideal for undertaking a whole host of new-build, repair and refurbishment operations quickly and easily. Users can rotate or horizontally and vertically manipulate engines to minimise the dangers of personal injuries associated with the manual handling of heavy loads. An adjustable column facilitates working at a convenient height while maintaining access to all aspects of the operation.
The stands, more than 5,000 of which have been produced for use in over 20 countries, can reduce man hours by up to 50% through the elimination of non-productive handling procedures, reckons Brixworth Engineering. They fully comply with all current working practices and safety regulations, and come with a guarantee.
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