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ADVANCED COMPOSITES GROUP (ACG), part of the Composites Division of Umeco plc, will be displaying a Turbine Blade Demonstrator. ACG has developed a range of rapid lay up prepreg formats specifically targeted at the alternative energy market. Based on the Group’s already successful MTM®57 epoxy prepreg, which is extremely popular with manufacturers of spars for high performance boats and racing yachts, two new 80 to 120°C curing variants, MTM®57-2 and MTM®57-3, have been developed for renewable energy applications.

In this example of the ACG Turbine Blade Demonstrator, MTM®57-2 on a glass 1200gsm ZPREG® rapid layup format is combined with an in-mould surface primer film, MTF246, to form the glass fibre skins of the turbine blade.

MTM®57-2 heavyweight unidirectional (UD) carbon reinforcement is used to form the integrated spar, which is combined with a PVC foam core. A final layer of 1200gsm ZPREG® is laid into the inner surface prior to vacuum bagging and curing; autoclave processing is unnecessary.

MTM®57 Series ZPREG® has been optimised for ease of handling and does not require intermediate processing (debulking) no prior to the final curing cycle.The materials and techniques developed by ACG facilitate the manufactured of turbine blades in a rapid, single-shot, low cost operation.

Their exhibit reflects the materials and technologies applied by some of ACG’s clients who have manufactured similar structures for use in demanding alternate energy applications such as marine and wind energy. Our sales representatives will be on hand to discuss specific requirements and advise on appropriate materials for the full spectrum of applications across the alternate energy sector. www.acg.co.uk

BRABOURNE COMMUNICATIONS LTD will be highlighting the Triton RDRS [Rapid Deploy Radio System] which has been developed specifically for use on remote hilltop sites and for use on offshore platforms. It provides a comprehensive suite of communications in remote areas for construction workers, maintenance engineers and other users. Once deployed Triton provides a wide area communications network which can be accessed by many different user groups. Contractors working on the same site can have their own virtual private communications network and then switch to an all user network simply and quickly when required. The system can host lone working, man down, manual emergency and personnel tracking functions as well as allowing radio users to communicate across the radio network to telephone systems Tritonm is packaged in a compact very rugged vandal proof and weatherproof cabinet which is quickly fixed to any suitable structure. It is independent of mains power sources.

Brabourne Communications Ltd [BCL] specialises in providing UK and international clients with bespoke solutions which meet both their current and future communications needs As a radio system integrator BCL provides project management of turnkey solutions from consultancy, through design to installation and commissioning. Our after sales support is second to none and our 50 years of industry experience ensures your communication needs are managed quickly and cost effectively. For customers looking for bespoke solutions, intelligent communications; Brabourne Communications are your partner of choice. For radio products from the world’s leading manufacturers visit our e-commerce specialist radio communications website, www.twowayaccessories.com. www.brabournecommunications.com

PANOLIN will be showcasing a new range of CEFAS registered lubricants. The lubricants can be used in MCZs and SSSIs. All offshore marine construction contractors & wind farm support companies. They are of use for offshore renewable energy wind & tidal turbines. www.panolin.com

VI DISTRIBUTION - RST are exhibiting for the first time at All-Energy as a distributor of specialised tools and services. They are exclusive distributors of LOSOMAT a manufacturer of quality innovative tools for torque application and all areas of bolting technology. Gedore hand tools Germany’s premium hand tool manufacturer and Klauke tools. Along with these brands RST offer site services, repairs, calibrations, containerised storage solutions for construction sites and all aspects of consumable supplies. RST will be displaying LOSOMAT tools with particular attention to the LDA torque wrench the world’s first cordless wrench for applications up to 4000Nm.
The LDA cordless wrench is the world’s first 4000Nm cordless torque wrench. The flexibility that cordless technology offers for the most diverse bolting applications makes this tool a must-see item whilst visiting All-Energy. It is of interest to, and use by, engineers, construction, wind turbine erectors, power stations, off shore, valve manufactures, service engineers.

Other exhibits include RST services for site work, including calibration management, on site PAT testing, repairs, asset management; also specialised container storage solutions of site workshops. These are of use to engineers, construction, wind turbine erectors, power stations, off shore, valve manufactures, service engineers. www.r-s-t.co.uk