2008-02-25
UK-based electrical manufacturer and ABB approved system builder, APD Ltd, has halved the time it takes to specify and assemble mains distribution boards by building its systems around ABB’s new Triline-R enclosure system. Reducing delivery times from 8-10 weeks down to 4-5, the Triline-R system features a modular construction that provides full access to the complete range of products required for mains distribution.
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With most of the components pre-installed, the Triline-R range enables APD to realistically deliver mains boards to their customers within just a few weeks after placing the order with ABB. "Before we used the Triline-R range, it could take up to a week to get a quote on a similar product order. Now, we can turnaround a quote within a day and an entire project in five weeks. This has ensured significant reductions in delivery times and improvements in sales and levels of productivity," commented Paul Philpott, Sales and Engineering Manager at APD Ltd.
The full Triline range of cabinets and distribution boards offers manufacturers the choice of breakers, switches, fuse gear and line protection devices whilst ensuring optimum safety and functionality for low-voltage switchgear assemblies. With all additional components set up to ‘plug and play’ even complex projects can be assembled and delivered in a fraction of the time.
Further enhancing the ease-of-use and flexibility for easy configuration, ABB has produced the Panel Design Configurator (PDC) software tool, to enable panelbuilders to configure a board themselves. Available free to panelbuilders, it includes a parts list, circuit diagrams and a graphical representation of the front view of the distribution board.
Using the software, panelbuilders can now select and plan their boards, and choose the parts required. Parts can be dragged and dropped onto the front view image to check compatibility. They can then be placed onto an order form and sent to ABB. The PDC software also provides panelbuilders with the flexibility to export data and parts lists to other Windows programs. It can also be used for project planning purposes, by providing a facility where customer data can be stored alongside build projects.
Mr Philpott, continues, "Offering the Triline-R range has enabled APD Ltd to expand its current product offerings. We have been able to win new business and hold onto customers who are attracted by a quick turnaround and high quality levels of the product. We have supplied switchboards in the past, but Triline-R provides a great modular system that is much easier for us to configure and deliver."
Commenting on ABB’s partnerships, Kevin Lenton, Application Engineer for ABB said: "ABB is working concurrently with its panelbuilders to provide the most effective and timely solution to the market. Through product specialists and managers covering all aspects of electrical distribution and motor control technical advice, we offer a unique product and support package. We look forward to working, and continuing to move forward, with our new partners."
The Triline-R enclosure has been designed to provide maximum flexibility for the installation of circuit breakers and other components. Plug-in module plates can be used to install Moulded Case Circuit Breakers (MCCBs) and switch fuses horizontally for when space is at a premium. Compartments and busbars can be ordered to suit requirements. Triline also provides flexible incomer options; from either the top or bottom of the enclosure, to suit the direction of incoming power cables.
For more information about the Triline range, email lv.products@gb.abb.com ref. ‘Triline’. For more information about APD Limited please visit www.apd.ltd.uk or contact Paul Philpott on paul.philpott@apd.ltd.uk or 01638 669 399.
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Source: Armitage Communications |
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