Author: European Springs

11/11/2016
On the first part of this series we focused on our Cornwall site, in which we showcased how expertly European Springs manufactures springs for the automotive industry. In this blog we take a look at the London site and its expertise in stampings and pressings.

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What is Manufactured at the London Site?

European Springs worked closely with Bruderer in order to apply small alterations to the existing 500-110B machine, which will allow for the machine’s prolonged life and an increase in productivity. The Bruderer BSTA 500-110B is a ground-breaking press, permitting 66,000 stampings per hour.

Installed in April of this year at the London site, the press quickly and positively impacted European Springs. Bruderer’s expertise has provided a press that allowed for work to start as soon as it arrived, which minimised downtime. The arrival of the BSTA 500-110B transformed all European Springs’ sites, with a sales increase of £16 million. This growth has created 35 new jobs, increasing the workforce to 170 employees.

With one of the world’s most advanced high-speed, precision presses, advanced control technology, semi-automatic stroke length adjustment, and dynamic ram correction, the BSTA 500-110B is ideal for the production of complex processes that include prototyping and new product introduction.

The introduction of innovative and safe presses such as the BSTA 500-110B allows European Springs to continue to apply decades of expertise in several industries. In the aerospace industry, for example, it’s essential to manufacture high-quality and high-precision so that all components are sturdy and lightweight.

Supporting Local Industries

Recently, the Redruth site created a striking window display in collaboration with the luxury retailer Liberty in London. The display was composed of bespoke frames, for which European Springs provided 80 bespoke springs and wire forms. In addition to their functionality, the springs also had a stunning, decorative design. The two-metre springs of unique shape displayed a wide range of the client’s products, while keeping to Liberty in London’s chic and modern look.

Experts in rainscreen cladding and façade engineering, James and Taylor Ltd, contacted the location in Beckenham in regards to the creation of a spring mechanism for the new Tate Modern, belonging to a security area that supported an anti-climb zone.

With an extremely limited time frame, our material suppliers Staystrip Group Ltd worked overtime to provide us with the necessary materials for this challenging project. The finished 650 bespoke springs, composed of a two-part mechanism, were collected by Design Director at James and Taylor Ltd, John Champion.

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In both Liberty in London and Tate Modern projects, European Springs’ expertise in manufacturing springs and wireforms was showcased through bespoke products that were manufactured to the highest-quality. With a team experienced in a wide range of industries, our clients always receive the highest possible service.

For more information about our London site, you can get in touch with our team on +44 208 663 1800; we’re always happy to answer any queries you might have. You can also follow us on Facebook and Twitter to see our latest news and updates.

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08/11/2016
Compression springs are used in so many different scenarios and we, as a society, often take these types of springs for granted. If we didn't have compression springs, everything from light switches and suspension systems to kids toys and door locks would work in a completely different way.

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But just thinking about this helps us to understand why we use them and why we need them in our everyday life. So, what are the smallest and largest uses for compression springs?

The Multiple Uses of Micro Springs

At European Springs, we provide high quality compression springs to a plethora of industries, from the aerospace industry to the medical sectors. On the smaller scale of things, micro springs are particularly popular in surgical equipment, such as forceps, and devices that can be used to aid patients.

One of the most important uses of these micro springs is in pacemakers, where springs are used to ensure that the leads within the pacemaker that connect the electrical circuits to the heart don't become detached. A detached lead can cause serious health risks and even result in damage being inflicted on the heart.

How Are Large Compression Springs Used?

For large compression springs, the most common way to refer to them is a heavy duty compression spring. These springs are used in mechanisms that require a great amount of force to be exerted on the spring itself. These can be used in anything from the automotive industry to intense environments that are susceptible to high compression loads.

One incredibly strenuous industry in which these heavy duty springs are required is in the oil rig industry. When working offshore, the things that need to be considered in every situation, in an engineering sense, is the temperature of the drill bit and the pressure that they have to withstand.

As part of a case study, European Springs worked with an offshore rigging company to develop a spring material that tackled both of these conditions and, in the end, our solutions trumped what nature had to offer. By using the latest technology and material science, the heavy duty compression springs, and even micro springs, that we manufacture are stronger and more durable than ever.

As leading spring manufacturers that specialise in high quality spring and wire form technology, we have to ensure that every product that we develop is durable enough to withstand any scenario and also maintains its primary functions without any deformation occurring.

If you would like to know more information with regards to the compression springs that we manufacture and the industries in which they are used, then please don't hesitate to contact us. Just give us a call today on +44 208 663 1800 and we will be more than happy to help with any questions you may have.

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26/10/2016
Automation appears to be the next big thing for the human race. We're already seeing many aspects of our lives becoming smoother and easier through automated processes, and one area that progression can be seen the most is within our airports.

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According to a BBC News article, the airports of the future are being regarded as “high-tech pleasure domes” with the majority of the processes which are currently in place being replaced with automated alternatives to increase safety and make the whole airport experience smoother for everyone.

Check-In Simplicity

Although we've seen a drastic change with regards to the check-in process at many of the world's airports using online check-in and app-based boarding passes, it looks like the future holds an even smoother check-in process for us to experience.

Most passports that are issued nowadays are of the biometric kind, and airports such as London Heathrow are already utilising some of the many benefits that these kinds of passport bring, such as biometric passport gates which scan the face of a passenger and compare it with the photograph which is provided on the passport itself.

London Gatwick is also building the world's first completely automated baggage check-in which will allow travellers to check their bags in by dropping them onto a check-in conveyor belt up to 12 hours before their flight.

Japan's All Nippon Airways is also going the extra mile and making the check-in process a lot smoother by providing their travellers with access to smart tablets which allow them to check-in at the touch of a button, while providing them with the means to easily navigate the airport with their map app, and up to date flight notifications.

The Future of Facial Recognition

Another process which is already being trialled by a few airports is facial recognition. This technology aims to reduce queuing and check in times, and with further advancements in technology, a laser molecular scanner is expected to be introduced at some time in the future which will be able to scan an individual from up to 150 feet away.

This incredible piece of technology and engineering is being developed to help identify those carrying suspicious items; it can detect gunpowder residue, pick up concealed organic matter in 50 picoseconds without an individual needing to be stood directly under the scanner, as well as further reduce the time the check-in process takes with manual searches.

In a time when airport security is top of everyone's priorities, this advancement in technology and engineering could potentially see our airports – and probably our world as a whole – become a much safer place to be.

Here at European Springs, we love learning about advances in engineering and technology that are about to reshape our future. As leading spring manufacturers, we're always on the lookout for ways in which we can enhance the world's future! If you would like to find out more information, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us today – we'll be delighted to help.

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21/10/2016
With technology evolving quickly, virtual reality is being utilised as an educational tool in engineering schools to provide students with 3D visuals that allow for a more optimised design.

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The automotive industry and virtual reality have developed a close relationship in the past years, with Audi investing in the technology. In education, this technology helps to find flaws and weaknesses at a much quicker pace. Students develop their understanding of how projects will work after being complete, and they explore various industrial environments that allow them to develop skills they otherwise would be unable to.

Virtual Reality Laboratory

At the London South Bank University students have a virtual engineering laboratory with a virtual reality auditorium, a rapid prototyping and post-production area, a project-based learning laboratory, a digital factory, and a head-mounted display suite. Through the use of headsets in the display suite, students explore their projects in a virtual reality world and are able to alter it easily.

The virtual reality laboratory aims to “give students a hands-on experience of using Virtual Reality as a development tool, as this technology changes the way we interact not only with our designs, but with our colleagues too.” The Academic Director within the School of Engineering, Tony Roberts, adds that creative solutions are developed when engineering students are challenged through the use of these technologies.

Designed by Virtalis, the head-mounted display suite is a combination of CAD design and virtual reality allowing students to interact with each other while improving their designs.

MIDEN, Building 3D Models

Having a thorough insight into how structures work is vital in engineering; the understanding of their overall interaction and collapse allows for engineers to build sturdy and safe structures. At the University of Michigan, students utilise a virtual reality cave that constructs 3D steel structures on a 10×10 screen enclosure.

The virtual reality cave allows for ease of alteration of structures through the use of the controller and headset. By being able to manipulate the physical orientation of the structures, students aren’t limited to a stationary model. The MIDEN virtual reality cave represents a rising trend in optimisation of engineering study and project construction.

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19/10/2016
European Springs and Pressings Ltd is a large company that has locations scattered across the UK; there are spring manufacturing facilities in Beckenham, London and Redruth, Cornwall and there is a spring stocking facility based in Elland, West Yorkshire.In this blog series, we will first take a look at the manufacturing facility in Cornwall and see what they are responsible for, what they manufacture and look at some examples of the projects that they have worked on throughout the years.

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What is Manufactured at the Cornwall Site?

The thing that the Cornwall site is most well-known for is that it manufactures wire technology products for international clients such as General Electric, IBM, BAE Systems, Siemens, Bosch, Motorola, and many more, as well as producing and supplying high quality springs to automotive companies such as Ford, Bentley, Volvo, and many others.

When it comes to the Cornwall facility, their specialty is their wire coiling capabilities. Recently, the Cornish site invested in a new coiling machine known as the Fortuna that has allowed European Springs to manufacture wires from 0.3mm to 26mm, resulting in an opening of new markets across multiple national and international industries.

Support in the Automotive Industry

The automotive industry is one of the Cornwall site’s specialities. Everything from springs in engine valves to vehicle suspension, European Springs can be incredibly diverse when it comes to participating in projects.

As well as this, European Springs are passionate about supporting local communities and exhibitions that celebrate engineering. An example of this was when European Springs showcased their engineering expertise at the Royal Cornwall Museum alongside the Cornwall Manufacturer Group in an exhibition that was dedicated to the BLOODHOUND SuperSonic Car (SSC).

Support in Engineering

One project that the Redruth based facility was involved in quite a lot and were very passionate about was when they were asked by fabric structure specialists, Fabric Architecture, to develop a spring system that complimented the requirement stated by Fabric Architecture for West Ham’s stadium, the London Stadium.

The brief was that they had to design, engineer and install large-scale canopies over the retractable seating voids inside the stadium. To do this, their new Fortuna machine helped massive, as it was able to produce springs and wire forms of various sizes, meaning that each bespoke product could be implemented to exact precision.

To add to the project, European Springs were also able to coat the springs in a powder that was the same colour as West Ham’s recognisable claret; a true testament to the dedication of European Springs and how they treat everything with care, from large to small.

Retractable Canopy at West Ham Stadium

As specialist spring manufacturers and experts in high-speed wire technology, we at European Springs are able to create various springs, traditional, custom or even bespoke, efficiently and of extremely high quality.

If you would like to know more about the Cornwall site and what they can offer to you, then please don’t hesitate to contact us. Just give us a call on +44 (0) 1726 861 444 and we will be more than happy to help with any enquiries you may have.

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11/10/2016
Ever since the invention of modern springs in the early 15th century, engineers and manufacturers alike have discovered an uncountable amount of uses for the humble spring. In fact, there are actually dozens of different spring varieties—from cantilever springs (which are used in devices such as diving boards) to torsion springs (found in mousetraps). Indeed, the plethora of uses gave rise to an entire industry dedicated to perfecting the manufacture of spring-like devices.

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Our Crucial Role in the Industry

European Springs stocks items as conventional and straightforward as springs and fasteners, all the way up to complex gas springs, ready for same-day dispatch. Whether it’s a small business or a large-scale operation, our clients trust us to stock them with high-quality spring components with every single delivery. One common use of the gas spring, for example, is its implementation in the manufacture of air guns and recoil buffers. Gas springs that operate with high pressure can store a huge amount of energy, allowing them to be used as a power pack. Another great application of the gas spring includes its ability to operate the main valve on Formula 1 race cars. It is also worth noting that gas springs come in numerous varieties, including the following: non-rotating cylinder, cable cylinder, standard cylinder, fixed-height cylinder, dual-mode cylinder, heavy-duty cylinder, and more.

Additional Custom Uses

Because we stock 12,000 items at our Yorkshire facility, we have just about every spring under the sun. Aside from the aforementioned gas springs, we also stock torsion springs, tension springs, extension and compression springs, and an array of other kinds. Rest assured that we have the expertise and equipment to help cater to your needs, whether you’re producing something as simple as mousetraps, or something as complicated as a newly patented piece of complex machinery. Additionally, if you’re not completely sure of what spring you’ll need, that’s totally fine! You can read below to find out more information pertaining to your next spring acquisition.

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More than anything else, we want to turn your ideas into a tangible reality. Because we cater to even the smallest of clients, you don’t need to feel concerned about your project being “too insignificant”. You can contact us to speak to any of our friendly and professional staff, who will be excited to help you fulfil your requirements.

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