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Under the Outlook Publishing umbrella M A N U FA C T U R I N G and spanning three of the most developed and innovative regions on the planet; Africa Outlook, Asia Outlook and Europe & Middle East Outlook strives each and every month to bring the very latest news, trends and success stories across the full array of industrial sectors. Manufacturing has long been an instrumental and fascinating topic of P O R T F O L I O discussion as part of these continuously evolving publications, featuring heavily in both our front-of-book section as well as our core company profile showcase. The latter facet is where we pride ourselves especially, leading to the inclusion of some of the world’s most prominent players in the manufacturing domain, as documented in this portfolio. In Africa, Nampak Bevcan provided critical insight into the most pressing industry trends engulfing continental manufacturing, while global heavyweights, Rolls-Royce and SAESL have benefited from our digital and print offering in Asia. The EME region is arguably the hub of global manufacturing and this has similarly been reflected through a plethora of feature profiles, including the success story of Barco Fredrikstad, as seen within this assortment. These examples, and this portfolio as a whole, provide just a small sample of the extensive coverage we have provided the manufacturing industry’s leading protagonists over the past two years, and with the Outlook Publishing name fast-spreading throughout the sector’s consciousness via numerous media partnerships and event collaborations, there has never been a better time to join these industry heavyweights in enjoying the same unparalleled levels of exposure. Reaching 165,000 monthly readers in Africa as well as a further 190,000 in Asia and 380,000 in the EME region, manufacturing has been one of the most prominent sectors throughout Outlook Publishing’s growth, so please do take a look at this brochure as proof of what we can offer, so that we can, Matthew Staff in turn, continue to give back to the Editorial Director, Outlook Publishing industry. NAMPAK BEVCAN 4 Africa’s leading packaging company expands its reach
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ince its inception more than 50 years ago, Nampak Bevcan has demonstrated its capabilities in the manufacture and supply of beverage cans across the African continent to become known as one of Africa’s leading lights. Throughout this prosperous existence, the company’s footprint has gradually grown to include surrounding markets such as Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and most recently Angola and Nigeria. Throughout its operations, the launch of the “buy better, make better, sell better” business improvement initiatives, as well as concerted efforts to improve the company safety record continue to drive Nampak forward. In 2014, the Group achieved a Level 3 BBBEE rating, an improvement on the Level 4 rating in 2013. In South Africa, the business environment is set to remain challenging this year, however, Nampak will continue to focus on ways to unlock value from its base business. Efficiency gains from the conversation of many of its beverage can lines to aluminium from tinplate, as well as from the new glass furnace, are expected to contribute earnings in the year ahead. Moreover, Nampak is strategically well-placed in the rest of Africa, with strong market positions and a growing presence. The Group is pursuing its strategic objective to accelerate growth in the rest of Africa to ensure that this side of the business contributes to sustainable earnings growth in the long term.
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The packaging company reported a 10 percent increase in Group revenue for the year ending September 2014, in line with growth expectations. Furthermore, Nampak said trading profit from the rest of Africa increased by 25 percent to R616 million mainly due to the contribution of the newly acquired Bevcan Nigeria and the continued strong performance from the Angola beverage can operation. Nampak’s CEO commented that “the acquisition will significantly increase Nampak’s presence in Nigeria which is Africa’s second largest economy”. Alucan Packaging is situated in the Agbara industrial area which Nampak said was “an ideal location” close to Lagos and to major beverage producing customers as well as having “a reliable source of gas which will be used for heating and power generation”. “Nigeria, with a population of more than 170 million people, has experienced good growth in demand for beverage cans and this is expected to continue. The acquisition and the potential to acquire the plastics company will further contribute to our stated growth strategy in the rest of Africa,” the CEO adds. Not content with this regional dominance, Nampak Bevcan continued to increase its geographical reach. According to Erik Smuts, Group Executive of Beverage Cans at Nampak, the business aspires to be “the preferred supplier of beverage packaging in Sub-Saharan Africa”. Although this might sound like an ambitious statement, recent developments mean this target should become a reality.
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“We have built a plant in Angola, which has been operating for more than three years and as of last year has a second production line installed. The newly acquired Bevcan Nigeria also plays an equal part in our success. As there will be a lot of focus getting this business up and running, there are exciting times ahead,” Smuts highlights.
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Although continued growth across Africa will undoubtedly give Nampak Bevcan a distinct competitive advantage over manufacturing alternatives, the company has several other strengths to call upon. “We have proved in South Africa, where we do not always have ideal conditions to operate, that we manage to work with what is available,” explains Smuts. “Despite our successes, we have huge respect for the other global can makers, and we know that we will have to be at our best in order to defend our position.” This resolute and determined attitude has put Nampak Bevcan in good stead for its Angolan operation as Smuts explains: “We operate in a place where there is very little infrastructure. We generate our own electricity and tanker in all of the water we require. But we are used to operating in areas where it is tough and you can’t always rely
on external service providers other facilities or suppliers. This is critical to our competitive nature and we intend to drive this further to make sure we become even more successful in these areas.” Despite the operational difficulties in Africa, Smuts believes that Nampak Bevcan has managed to position itself in line with some of the industry’s biggest beverage can manufacturers. “In South Africa we are more competitive in our pricing than Europe and many other developed countries in the world. “What makes us different is our strong relationships with customers, good service and a competitive offering. Our adventurous nature and an aggressive cost reduction attitude are also strong characteristics,” he reveals.
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Positioned in line with the industry’s biggest can manufacturers
• As the leading low-carbon aluminium maker, we offer our customers the ability to make products with a smaller environmental footprint. Our objective to reach 80% recycled metal input across our products by the year 2020 is a key component of our strategy. Based in Dubai, Novelis MEA Ltd delivers premium material solutions and technical services to our customers in the Middle East, Africa and India.
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introduction of aluminium beverage Regardless of its current market cans, which have a higher intrinsic position, Nampak continually looks value, we expect that collection rate to to improve and enhance its day-toincrease.” day activities. “In South Africa, we Furthermore, Nampak Bevcan used to exclusively produce tinplate remains committed to sustainability beverage cans, but we started a in other areas of the business and has conversion to aluminium in 2013 due to gone through quite a large capital customer-driven industry trends and reinvestment programme to become technological advances,” cites Smuts. more environmentally friendly. “The For Smuts, this latest move will go introduction of new equipment has a long way to improving the recycling enabled us to significantly cut down on rate of beverage cans across South energy consumption. Africa. In fact, he believes that South “The overall carbon footprint of the Africa can achieve levels similar to business is coming down rapidly and that of Brazil, which currently has we have very aggressive targets going a collection rate of more than 98 forward to reduce this even further,” percent. “We have a sister company Smuts emphasises. called Collect-A-Can, which is a Looking forward, Nampak Bevcan is partnership between ArcelorMittal and looking to expand its footprint in Africa Nampak that facilitates the collection even further and will consider wider of cans,” he says. opportunities too, as long as they “The recycling rate we have make good business sense for both achieved in South Africa for used our customers and our shareholders. beverage cans is more than 72 percent, Whatever the future has in store for which is the highest collection level Nampak Bevcan, you can be sure for any beverage packaging format in that product quality and customer Southern Africa, so we are very proud satisfaction will remain key concerns of this achievement. But with the for the business.
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Africa’s leading gases and welding company The Afrox gases, welding, cutting and safety product range of equipment meets and exceeds international safety standards and is backed by decades of Afrox reliability. When quality, reliability and safety counts, select Afrox as your total solutions provider.
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Coatings perform a dual role in protecting both the beverage from the metal container and the container from the beverage, both aspects becoming increasingly important as more aggressive and flavour sensitive products are introduced into the market.
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Rolls-Royce’s influence in the Asia Pacific region continues to grow year-on-year as its Singapore Seletar Campus lays the foundations for a productive future Writer: Matthew Staff Project Manager: Tom Cullum olls-Royce is one of the most infamous global names in manufacturing, but never slows in its strive to innovate and improve; a philosophy currently being epitomised by its Asia Pacific division. Staying true to its vision of providing “better power for a changing world”, Asia certainly adheres to this ethos with emerging markets sitting parallel to some of the most lucrative and forward-thinking countries in the world. As a consequence, Rolls-Royce Asia Pacific currently comprises a third of the Group’s global turnover through its services in aerospace engineering, assembling Trent engines, manufacturing fan blades for engines, and ship building. The power systems organisation’s strive for efficiency and operational excellence has been a familiar feature of the Rolls-Royce offering for more than 100 years, and its latest facility additions are set to ensure further tech advancements across the Asian continent.
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Campus, the Unit has been designed to allow simultaneous assembly and testing of the engines under one roof and it will act as a sister site to its production and test facility in the UK, creating additional capacity and a closer proximity to customers in the region. Opening its doors in 2014, the Unit is already working in tandem with its manufacturing of Trent 900 engines for the Airbus A380, and its Trent 1000 engines for the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, with the facility not even up to full capacity for another two years. Once it does reach its optimum capabilities, the factory will house the production of 250 large engines a year, incorporating module builds, complete engine assembly and subsequent testing. The production test bed can accommodate an engine with a fan size of up to 140 inches and 15,000 pounds of thrust, not only confirming the Group as a market leader in the sector as would be expected, but also allowing for further and greater flexibility in the future too. The site’s link to the Rolls-Royce base in the UK also encourages a series of benefits including the promotion of uniform operations on an international level, and subsequently, its success in attaining Civil Aviation Authority approvals. “The delivery of the first Trent aero engine produced in Singapore is a significant milestone for us. It represents a huge collaborative effort
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The Group’s recently unveiled Seletar Assembly & Test Unit (SATU) is not only the most modern Rolls-Royce assembly and test facility for large commercial Trent aero engines, but is also the first of its kind in Asia. Situated within its wider Seletar
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aosteel Special Metals Co., Ltd. (BSMC) is an international integrated materials
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with colleagues in the UK supporting our team here to ensure that the engine, produced to our exacting standards, was delivered on time,” Paul O’Neil, Director of Seletar Campus at Rolls-Royce said, following the first production of the Group’s first engine at the facility last year.
material production base and a new metallic materials development base.
The Group’s Wide Chord Fan Blade (WCFB) manufacturing facility is the first outside the UK to manufacture hollow titanium WCFBs, a unique capability and technology which has played a key role in the success of the Trent aero engine family
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The 154,000 square metre campus in which the Unit is housed has gone from strength to strength, having been opened with the Unit in mind back in 2012. Complimenting the Trent Aero Engine Assembly and Test Unit, the area also houses a Wide Chord Fan Blade manufacturing facility and an Advanced Technology Centre (ATC).
manufacturing, BSMC has formed an integrated system of manufacturing, sales and development of superalloy, titanium alloy, structure steel, bearing steel, stainless steel, etc. in forms of ingot, slab, billet, bar, plate, sheet, coil & strip, tube, forging etc. Our products are widely used in the fields of aerospace, aviation, nuclear power, automobile, mechanical industry, electronics, instrumentation, petroleum, etc. In 2014, BSMC is approved by Rolls-Royce as a qualified supplier for the scope specified fields. Striving
A Regional Training Centre completes the campus’ array of functions in providing a platform for internal skills development moving forward. “The Group’s Wide Chord Fan Blade (WCFB) manufacturing facility is the first outside the UK to manufacture hollow titanium WCFBs, a unique capability and technology which has played a key role in the success of the Trent aero engine family,” the company explains on its website. “At full capacity, this facility will produce over 6,000 blades per year.”
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for establishing ‘ Internationally first class and domestically top-grade ‘ ecological special steel site is the tenet of BSMC. We are committed to pursue and promote mutually beneficial cooperation with domestic and overseas customers by offering high quality products and service.
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Baosteel Special Metals Co., Ltd. Pioneer of the development of special steel in China
Manufacturing and developing superalloy, titanium alloy, structure steel, bearing steel, stainless steel, etc. in forms of ingot, slab, billet, bar, plate, sheet, coil & strip, tube, forging etc. Our products are widely used in the fields of aerospace, aviation, nuclear power, automobile, mechanical industry, electronics, instrumentation, petroleum, etc.
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Rolls-Royce has maintained an office in Singapore since the 1950s and its presence is expanding with the development of Singapore as an international business centre in the thriving Asia Pacific region The Advanced Technology Centre has played a key role in the Group’s global network of research and technology sites, while also assisting in getting the Trent assembly and testing unit up to optimum speed as quickly as possible. The company continued: “Four key areas of research will take place in the ATC: materials support technology; computational engineering; electrical power and control systems; and manufacturing technology research.” Finally, the Regional Training Centre is, again, the first of its kind for RollsRoyce in Asia, built with a purpose of developing high-value skills and nurturing young talent for the future. “It is part of the global network of Rolls-Royce training centres, offering the latest technology, equipment and facilities to give customers and employees in the region access to world class training and internationally accredited qualifications,” the company stated.
Right: This is the Group’s first facility outside the UK to manufacture hollow titanium Wide Chord Fan Blades, a unique technology that has played a key role in the success of the Trent aero engine family
Below: Rolls-Royce unveils Scoot Airlines’ Trent 1000 engine; made in Singapore, for Singapore
A growing presence
The overall campus, and especially its new Assembly and Testing Unit, is indicative of Rolls-Royce’s growing influence in the Asia Pacific region, its footprint expanding significantly over the past three years, and laying down the groundwork for even more of a manufacturing presence planned in 2015. “Rolls-Royce has maintained an office in Singapore since the 1950s and its presence is expanding with the development of Singapore as
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an international business centre in the thriving Asia Pacific region,” confirmed the company’s website. “Today, Singapore is a key business hub for Rolls-Royce, and all four major business sectors – Civil and Defence Aerospace, Marine and Energy – are strongly represented. “Rolls-Royce plays a significant role in Singapore’s civil aerospace industry...The Group, along with its joint venture partners, employs more than 2,200 people in the city state and
Rolls-Royce plays a significant role in Singapore’s civil aerospace industry... The Group, along with its joint venture partners, employs more than 2,200 people
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Right: President Tony Tan Keng Yam speaks with local employees on his visit to Rolls Royce Seletar Campus
accounts for over 15 percent of the country’s aerospace output.” Also responsible for supplying the Republic of Singapore Air Force, as well as establishing a concerted network of local suppliers, RollsRoyce’s role in the Asia Pacific region is now a flourishing one. From its Singaporean base, reaching out to China, India and Australia, the company continues to raise the bar
across finance, HR, procurement, communications, skills development, and health and safety to ensure its globally-renowned products are being produced in the best environment possible for its equally reputable, international clientele.
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SAESl’s longstanding partnership with Rolls-Royce in Asia-Pacific has led to almost two decades of success in manufacturing Trent engines for airlines across three continents Written by: Matthew Staff • Project Manager: Tom Cullum or nearly 15 years, Singapore Aero Engine Services Limited (SAESL) has been one of the pioneering manufacturing companies in the region, cementing its position as Rolls-Royce’s Trent Centre of Excellence to lay the foundations for an ever-increasing influence in the wider sector.
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Specialising in the repair and overhaul of Rolls-Royce’s Trent aero engine assortment - including the Trent 500, Trent 700, Trent 800 and Trent 900 for both Airbus and Boeing aircraft - the Company’s growth is evidence enough of the operational excellence achieved since its inception in 2001; subsequently carrying out work on more than 2,000 engines for clients across three continents.
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Transat, China Southern, Delta Airlines, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Garuda Indonesia, Malaysia Airlines, Middle East Airlines, Qantas, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Yemenia Airways - the extent to which SAESL’s engineering capabilities can be found continues to open further doors for the Company. In 2015, one such door has opened in India with SAESL partnering with Tata Technologies to launch a Global Engineering Centre, designed to provide comprehensive services for equipment harmonisation, as well as an improvement in lean operations and turnaround times. As part of the deal, Tata will help to enhance the internal processes that go into the complex manufacturing of Trent engines, paying special attention to tooling and manufacturing engineering, engineering services, technology consulting and component repair; agreed upon under the GEC (Group Executive Council) model. “Through the GEC model, we will be able to leverage Tata Technologies’ expertise as an engineering partner and technology consultant, allowing us to further develop engine and component repair capability,” SAESL Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Paul Inman was quoted as saying at the time of the announcement. “With our existing relationship, Tata Technologies has understood our requirements and is helping us meet demands while focusing on building quality and reducing costs.” Tata Technologies’ Managing Director and CEO, Warren Harris added: “At Tata Technologies, we focus on working as a team with our partners to create exceptional products through improved engineering and design, and product development technology.” SAESL’s engineering capabilities continue to open doors for the Company such as partnering with Tata Technologies in India
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HE-Demag is South East Asia’s leading provider of material handling solutions including a comprehensive range of industrial cranes and hoists, warehousing equipment such as warehouse trucks and dock levellers, as well as equipment for safe working at heights and automated car-parking systems. Established in 1972 as a 50:50 joint venture of Terex MHPS GmbH and Jebsen & Jessen (SEA) Pte Ltd, MHE-Demag operates within a closeknit regional network in South East Asia & Asia-Pacific, supported by 61 sales and service offices and eleven manufacturing facilities in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam, Taiwan and Australia. To date, the Group has built over 21,000 industrial cranes, 12,500 loading bay equipment for warehouses and more than 1,000 building maintenance systems in South East Asia and beyond. Efficient business operations are driven by a workforce of some 1,600 competent employees, comprising a seasoned management team and over 500 service engineers and technicians. All this is complemented by advanced IT infrastructure, including an intelligent ERP system with real-time inventory management, as well as a fleet management system for its fleet of over 200 service vans, which has led to a strong culture for quality and reliability within the organisation. As part of the corporate and social responsibility to employees and the environment, MHE-Demag has pledged its commitment to the regional drive of diligent practices in Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) at the workplace, manufacturing facilities and on site. T +65 63053500 E info_mhe@mhe-demag.com
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Material Handling Equipment
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With more than 40 years of experience in the industry, MHE-Demag is a trusted brand for superior material handling, with a strong commitment to sound engineering practices and creative problem-solving methodologies.
MHE-Demag Cranes & Components
• Designed with safety and maximum flexibility in mind • Robust and built to last • Innovative solutions for greater efficiency
Established in 1972, MHE-Demag regional network Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam, Taiwan and Australia Range of products & services • Overhead travelling cranes • Hoists • Explosion proof cranes • Warehouse trucks • Dock levellers • Gondolas • Automated car-parking systems • Aerial platforms • Power rail systems • Gantry cranes • Slewing jib cranes • Air hoists • Services • Parts • Refurbishment
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engineered to varying requirements, SAESL’s end product capabilities are undoubted, but this is not to say that the Company doesn’t continue to refine its own manufacturing processes too, as epitomised by the recent Tata partnership. Such a commitment to operational excellence is compounded by its up-skilling of employees, and general dedication to enhancing the talent pool within the sector and region. Known and named as a ‘Centre of Excellence’, the training of employees is key to ensure that the end products do remain equally excellent, and the sustainability of this approach has recently been addressed by another pivotal initiative being undertaken alongside Rolls-Royce.
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Known and named as a ‘Centre of Excellence’, the training of employees is key to ensure that the end products do remain equally excellent...
AESL uses Progressive Surface® waterjet cleaning, automated blade peening, grit blasting, and robotic shot peen systems to perform engine overhaul and component repair. SAESL has purchased nearly a dozen Progressive machines, along with Progressive closedloop process controllers, since 2001. SAESL continues to choose Progressive because of its proven track record, process-specific system engineering, world-class machinery, and lifetime support. Progressive partner Transtherm Technologies provides local service. Progressive Surface is a global leader in the design and manufacture of automated machinery and closedloop process controls for thermal spray coating, shot peening, abrasive grit blasting, and waterjet stripping applications. T +1 (616) 957-0871
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Supported by International Component Overhaul and Singapore Airlines - as well as European logistics specialists, Kuehne + Nagel - RollsRoyce and SAESL are highlighting the importance of STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering and maths) in an attempt to encourage students into the aerospace and manufacturing sector in years to come. Ultimately, the Trent 1000 school tour hopes to reach as many as six million people by 2020 through a range of programmes, aided by RollsRoyce’s business partners, to ensure that the currently flourishing industry in Singapore continues to thrive in the future. “SAESL understands that it is our people who made what SAESL is today,” the Company states in relation to its continued support of individual development. “We celebrate its success with various company events, which foster stronger working relationships amongst ourselves. Through team work, we continue to go from strength to strength.” The SAESL Sports and Recreation Committee further emphasises
this ethos, fostering a positive atmosphere, indicative of what is required to be a vibrant and entrepreneurial business. “We work hard and play hard,” the Company affirms.
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The creation of proactive and mutually beneficial relationships is also seen throughout SAESL’s supply chain, having worked alongside local partners for the best part of two decades in some cases. Stability in areas such as this provide the ideal platform to be flexible and proactive in others, especially regarding the ongoing investments that are required to keep ahead of the industry curve, and in line with Rolls-Royce’s globally competitive demands. At the beginning of 2015, a new test pod was purchased to this end - a joint venture with Rolls-Royce - while SAESL is also planning to move into laser repair in order to improve efficiencies by as much as 80 percent. All in all, being stagnant or reactive is not an option, and a further $90
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million has been spent in recent months to increase building capacities; investing in a new facility capable of holding more than 300 engines. From a product perspective, there is also a host of new engines in the process of being added to the portfolio, which could give SAESL its most significant rise in business for years. All of this is underpinned by the Company’s commitment to expertise and precision; a philosophy which demands nothing less that optimum processes, optimum manufacturing equipment, and optimum management systems in place. “Quality and safety are primary considerations for all operations undertaken by SAESL at all times,” the Company notes. “Evident by our Airworthiness approvals and other certifications attained, the integrity of our customers’ engines and components are of the highest priority.
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...we have an established quality and safety management systems that ensure that our customers’ needs are fully met, while complying with all regulatory and legal requirements
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Servicing the best
Glancing back at the continuous improvement of SAESL, significant milestones are evident in 2009 and 2013 through the extension of its original facility and the construction of its own new engine test centre, respectively. The latest partnerships alongside Tata and Rolls-Royce, accompanied by the Company’s capital expenditures and internal advancements, will add 2015 to this list of landmark periods, as it continues to strive to be the best, in order to serve the best. “SAESL has grown significantly over the years and with a reputation for service excellence and a strongly
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engines,” the Company says. “We are committed to servicing the best by the best.” The ethos of servicing the best also incorporates a concerted effort in surrounding communities as part of its corporate social responsibility efforts, adding a further string to SAESL’s bow and ensuring that it has all the facets required within the Company, to be the manufacturer that the wider industry continues to put its faith in. SAESL adds: “With more than a decade of operational history, SAESL has established a culture of quality and safety that is embraced by all our employees, from the top management down to our competent workforce. “This culture is nurtured through various training and awareness established customer base, we are well programmes, fostering an atmosphere positioned in the Asia-Pacific region for of open reporting and prompt continued growth through the reliable feedback between the leadership and the team, who form the backbone of and effective repair, maintenance SAESL’s core competencies.” and overhaul of Rolls-Royce Trent
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Barco is a brand that is known as a leader in its field. Boasting in-house competence, state-of-theart equipment and testing facilities, customers recognise its products as visualisation solutions that they can count on Writer: Emily Jarvis Project Manager: Dave Alexander
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arco Fredrikstad is at the forefront of technological advancements in high resolution, compact visualisation projectors. Designed to perform in a wide variety of fields including control rooms, training and simulation, visitor attractions and scientific visualisation to name but a few, the company is one of the small number remaining in Europe that still designs and manufactures in-house. Part of the one billion euro Barco Group headquartered in Kortrijk, Belgium, the Norwegian arm of the business is located in Fredrikstad and is regularly recognised as a Centre of Excellence in the visualisation industry worldwide. Previously known as
projectiondesign, the company name was changed to Barco following an acquisition in 2013, which CEO John Paulissen says was designed to merge competencies and blend synergies of the two reputable visualisation companies: “The Group wanted to extend its focus into areas that it could build further strength in; namely simulation, visitor attractions, and the venues and hospitality industry. These were areas that projectiondesign held its strengths.” “The former projectiondesign brand and accompanying image is to be retained going forward as it has always focussed on the people behind the company. It remains invested in human development with an emphasis on our reputation as trustworthy and
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PHILIPS DIGITAL PROJECTION LIGHTING Philips celebrates 20 years of UHP innovations For digital projector users, brightness, sharp and visible images, colors and the lifetime of lamps are of key importance. Since UHP lamp technology was invented in 1990 (and commercialized in 1994), Philips has been the market leader in projection lighting, supplying all the major Original Equipment and Original Design Manufacturers (OEM/ ODM) with a range of different lamp systems.
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investable among partners,” says Paulissen. With the pace of development in the technology industry everincreasing, Barco Fredrikstad invariably invests in the latest innovations via a comprehensive R&D department, boasting state-of-the-art tech at the Norwegian site. “Technology never stands still and we believe that developing a strong set of products in line with this mantra will allow a smooth transition into new sectors to keep our hand in a broader range of markets,” says Paulissen.
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Projectors from Barco provide ultrahigh resolution, ruggedness and a seamless integration into a variety of applications. Each projector is designed to be mounted on a motion platform, and their small size is a key enabler for many installations, saving on space and is made possible through the most advanced systems imaginable. Barco Fredrikstad conducts most of its business primarily across the simulator and visitor attractions industry or anywhere that requires a multiple-projector setup. “The simulator market is crucial to areas such as civil and military training as it is a much cheaper alternative to facilitate training for multiple people at a faster rate in a simulator than in a real plane for example, thus also reducing the costs incurred. As a global organisation, our F-series of projectors have an excellent reputation among key industry players,” comments Paulissen. In terms of the visitor attractions market, projectors are one of the key AV technologies used as a facilitator
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Philips UHP lamps are the ideal light source for projectors. Not only do they offer the highest light output for the complex environments of Micro Display projectors, they also have a long operating life of up to 10,000 hours, with a low loss of lumens during their lifetime. However, UHP lamps must be handled with care as they reach extremely high temperatures (hotter than the sun) and operate under high pressure (ca. 200-250 bar). The Philips UHP lamp and ballast system has been developed in close partnership with our OEMs and is optimized to ensure a flicker-free picture with excellent color reproduction. Building on 20 years of innovation, Philips continues to develop UHP technology for specific lamp types and ballasts, to guarantee the ultimate projection experience. Toon Reynders T +32 1440 7951 E Toon.reynders@philips.com
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John Paulissen, CEO Previously a qualified chemical engineer, John Paulissen worked for GE in the plastics division before joining Barco in 2005. In 2006 he was tasked with running Barco manufacturing facilities in Beijing, China which lasted for eight years. Just six months ago he returned to lead the new division, Barco Fredrikstad in Norway. Paulissen incorporated western thinking into Barco’s new facility in China in order to innovate production methods. “We managed to build up the business in China and I am very proud to have been a part of this, it was very intense but we were rewarded in the long term, securing large growth for the Group,” he says.
Ship bridge simulator, Swire Marine Training Centre, Singapore, using 24 x F82 Barco projectors
to delivering interactive experiences, along with sound, motion, smell and animatronics. “Ultimately, it is all about the experience. Theme parks work with external bureaus in order to make these public attractions more than just a place to go, but a place of immersion and experience. By bringing movement and life to attractions, projectors help convey a message, concept or idea and are the only way to make truly enveloping curved screen displays for truly immersive environments. “The challenge is in finding and using
Back in Norway, Paulissen feels that the flat organisational structure at Barco Fredrikstad generates discussion which contributes to the continuous improvement of the organisation: “Our people dare to challenge the status quo. That is the only way we can improve as a company and better serve our customer.” Mechanical 3D measurement CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine)
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the correct technology that really enhances the storytelling and the experience for the visitor. We find that with our flexible, compact and high resolution projectors the technology becomes non-intrusive and really enhances the story,” details Paulissen.
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As technology paces forward and delves into the probability of not necessarily bigger but brighter and higher resolution screens, Paulissen is confident that projection will remain the primary market for Barco Fredrikstad. “Using a projector in a simulator means you are able to create a seamless, curved immersive environment with the perception of depth. In pilot training for example, you wouldn’t want to see the horizon fragmented across multiple LCD screens. Of course, projectors will remain a key device in other industry practices too,” adds Paulissen. At present, a projector lamp has a limited lifetime, which means that changing the bulb after 2,000 hours is considered part of total cost of ownership. To keep up with demand for low maintenance costs, image
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KEY SUPPLIERS By working closely with suppliers and research institutions such as universities, Barco Fredrikstad continue to grow around the world, from a little town in the South of Norway. • Long term relationship with Phillips that goes beyond the delivery of lamps, working together on new illumination technologies • Elka Group provides more than 30 different types of wires that are used within each projector. Known as a name you can trust for high quality, timely delivery and fast response to help • Infitec GmbH is a supplier that supports Barco in the field of 3D applications, a field that is getting more and more attention stability and projectors that are able to run 24-seven, Barco Fredrikstad is shifting towards solid state illumination technologies such as LED, laser and hybrid solutions. “We strive to create a projector without lamps and without excessive noise from the current fan-based cooling systems. Our thermal engineers test only the best cooling solutions for projection and by working to replace the lamp totally, we hope to reduce cost and inconvenience for customers but also reduce heat output in general. “The F50 projector is our latest innovation which encompasses new cooling techniques via separate enclosures designed to make it quieter,” says Paulissen.
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CEO and Vegard Nøklegård (Production Manager) with Barco’s latest innovation, the F50 projector
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movement. “However, currently, the uptake of 4K content providers across any industry is low, which means the benefit of utilising such a high resolution projector is still low”,” adds Paulissen. Moving into new waters, Barco Fredrikstad has created its C-series of projectors to instil a more exciting environment in conference rooms. “We are working on a proposal to make meeting rooms more participative and easier to connect people in a more reliable and efficient way. By putting the Barco spin on ways to communicate in a virtual conference call environment, we provide the tools to simplify visual collaboration – wirelessly,” comments Paulissen. Going forward, a vital aspect of all Barco products will be their ability to operate 24-seven and the company has one of the lowest failure rates in the industry. “Simulators run multiple projectors at a time continuously. If just one of these were to fail you would not be able to use the facility, and the cost of shutting down such an attraction or a simulator can be extremely high. “Uptime needs to be as high as possible and consequently, we have developed a system that can detect
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I/O solution has long been ELKA’s main product line, including variety of cable assemblies, such as HDMI, USB, and DisplayPort. To strengthen its ability in this field, ELKA invest considerable resources in the development of OE engine embedded product lately. Mobile solution is set up to serve the rapidly changing consumer market; best selling products are MFi accessories and USB chargers. Industrial solution provides OEM internal wire harness from simple to high complex. On SQE projects, ELKA helps customers to source the required items, work with suppliers on quality plans, and consolidate shipments. Elka’s Quality Certification: ISO9001 ISO14001 ISO13485 TS16949 Sony Green Partner UL Factory Elka’s Subsidiaries: Elkat Electronics (M) Sdn. Bhd. (Malaysia) Dongguan Yungtay Electronics Co., Ltd. (China) Veritas International Ltd. (Hong Kong) T +886.2.8692.6600 (Rep.) E sales@elka.com.tw
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Barco projection technology brings to life exhibitions at the In Flanders Fields Museum in Ypres (leper), Belgium
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All staff and diciplines in Barco Fredrikstad work under the same mantra, QTPC (Quality, Timeliness, Performance and Cost). That’s the way we achieve competitive advantage – Morten Eliassen, Quality Manager at Barco Fredrikstad
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early failures. It is not just about new technologies, it is as much about ensuring that the product you make is cleverly designed and optimised to work within a designated environment,” Paulissen highlights.
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To remain ahead in the industry, Barco Fredrikstad has strategically placed its R&D team close to its manufacturing operations. This, accompanied by higher degrees of automation on the manufacturing line, means the company is able to test and bring its innovations to market as fast as possible. “We are certified to conduct our own environmental testing on our products in-house, thus there is no need for months of waiting for an external party to test and re-test items,” confirms Paulissen. Consequently, Paulissen says that Barco’s biggest asset is its people: “My personal mission is to ensure
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• Compatible with any screen and projection surface • Image quality not sensitive to viewing or projection angle • No silver screen required • Laser 6P 3D technology ready • No ghosting or flickering and no batteries required! • Greatly improved color balance and accuracy over standard INFITEC technology • Greatly improved brightness over competing passive 3D technologies
T: +49 731 146601 00 E: sales@infitec.net www.infitec.net there are processes in place that shape the staff at Barco Fredrikstad. Our short decision lines mean there is close collaboration on all levels between engineers, designers, quality control, production and so on. We pride ourselves on being a down to earth company that reaches out to the global world. “Moreover, our approach to our professional product range and our customers mirrors this close-knit style of operation. Our projectors offer best performance for its intended application at a good price-toperformance ratio and customers are invited to visit the site in Norway and speak directly with the people behind the products.” “Our customer centricity makes us stand out from the crowd as an innovative company. Ultimately, it is the difference in our people, their passion and our dedication that makes us stand out from the crowd,” concludes Paulissen.
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