PSV Rolls

As most are now aware, Precismeca Limited is introducing the latest in design evolution for the Cema C - five and six inch rolls. The PSV design is just that . . . Evolution.

After many years of success with the original Precismeca standard design, we have now further improved our already impressive quality sealing system. The hermetic sealing system used in the new PSV design stands alone. It not only provides additional protection to the bearings, but provides an even higher degree of effectiveness and longevity in the presence of severe pollutants.

Testing of the PSV design has been successfully completed in a wide variety of environments, and it is now in use in many conveyors overseas and in North America. The design and method of assembly provides lower concentricity during rotation, causing less vibration and lower starting and rotation resistance.

We are very excited to be offering the newest in roll design, as it continues to provide us with a quality item, but at a more competitive price. It is not often in today's economy that we can see any price reductions, however, in this case we can. Another major benefit of the PSV is the shaft ends; they are manufactured with both slots and flats. This feature, when used with adaptors, allows for the PSV roll to be dropped into a wide variety of competitive frames. Essentially, we are now offering an Unsurpassed Sealing System / Continued Long Life / Compatibility to Competitors Frames / Economical Price.

May 10 —13
Toronto, Ontario
Booth #1503

Last month Precismeca was one of 2,128 exhibitors to attend the 2008 CONEXPO-CON/AGG in Las Vegas, Nevada. The show was the largest trade show in North America of any industry in 2008 and saw record attendance levels of over 144,600 attendees from over 132 countries!

CONEXPO-CON/AGG was a fantastic opportunity to make new contacts and to meet with other players in the mining industry.

A special thanks to those who stopped by our booth to meet our staff and discuss their conveyor requirements.

Several years ago, an aggressive and innovative objective was set - to completely modernize Precismeca’s production facility. We are pleased to announce that the automation of our facility in Nisku, Alberta, Canada is well under way and proceeding as planned.

This year, 2007, has seen significant improvements. A new semi automatic assembly machine was installed earlier this year. This machine, while designed specifically for the NEW PSV Roll, is also capable of producing our standard product line.

In addition to the assembly equipment, a new fully automatic Robotic Welding Machine has just been installed. This machine is linked directly to the Automatic Tube Preparation Machine. The marriage of these machines greatly improves the production rate while maintaining superior quality.

Sophisticated software purchases and training have also been part of 2007. Our new Scheduling Software ties each machine and work center to a firm (but flexible) production timetable, thus significantly improving our on time deliveries. Cosmos (Finite Elemental Analysis), an engineering software system that provides both product stress analysis and design optimization has also been installed.

Also operational early in 2007 was the powder coat system. All rolls, frames and components (size permitting) will be powder coated. The result is a superior finish capable of surviving tough environmental conditions.

Our automation will continue. In February of 2008 we will receive our first Fully Automatic Shaft Preparation Machine. This CNC machine is specifically designed to meet the highest quality requirements. Not only does it machine the shafts, it also mills and or drills the shafts as required. This particular machine monitors its production quality and when necessary adjusts tools accordingly. 100% of the product is inspected prior to completion.

Automation and innovation are two words Precismeca takes seriously.

On September 19th and 20th, Precismeca exhibited at the 2007 Oil Sands Trade Show in Edmonton, Alberta. The show saw record attendance, with over 8,100 delegates and 710 exhibiting companies!

MINExpo 2008
September 22—24
Las Vegas NV
Booth #1668

CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2008
March 11—15
Las Vegas NV
Booth #C-6882

We would like to welcome aboard Calvin G. Winton, our newest addition to the Precismeca Sales Department. Cal is a creative and technically versed individual, who brings with him an unsurpassed desire to assist his Clients in efficiencies and profitability. His positive and trustworthy attitude has already been realized and enjoyed by the Precismeca sales team. Bringing with him over 25 years of technical business development and program management, Cal is quickly becoming a most valued addition to our company.

Cal works out of his office in the Atlanta, Georgia area, and is now managing (territory 3) the southern and eastern American states. As “Territory Manager”, Cal will be attending to the needs of all Distributors, OEM’s, and End-users in this territory.

Currently Cal is working diligently in scheduling visits to all his contacts in Territory 3. That said; many of you will be meeting him very soon.

Feel free to contact Cal directly.
Office (404-474-7340)
Cell (770-654-1974)
Fax (404-474-8602)
Email ( )

Melco, established by Mel and Roy Cohen in 1970, employs over 250 people all dedicated to the design, manufacture and sales of rollers, idlers and conveyor structure and equipment for belt conveyors. Melco was one of the first companies to introduce robotic welding of idler frames.

The Company has a leading position on the local market with additional exports to other African, Australian and American markets.

Rulmeca also acquired Melco’s interests in two Companies, the South African company Africa Roller (Pty) Ltd and the US Melco LLC USA in North Carolina.

This acquisition allows Rulmeca to enter new geographical markets (mainly Africa and Australia) and to integrate the Melco products such as the Supreme roller, a high density polyethylene roller suitable for corrosive and abrasive applications, into the Rulmeca Group companies.

Furthermore the Rulmeca existing products, such as the Motorized Pulleys, will become part of Melco range for the South African market.

Following this acquisition the Rulmeca Group, that closed 2006 with a consolidated turnover of 103 million euro, now comprises 11 manufacturing plants and 4 sales companies, totalling 900 people worldwide.

In May 2007 the Group will commence local production of rollers in Tianjin, China.

For further information:
Rulli Rulmeca S.p.A.
Via A. Toscanini, 1
24011 Almè (BG) Italy
Tel. +39 035 4300111
Fax +39 035 545700
rulmeca@rulmeca.it
www.rulmeca.com

VARSEK TRADING GROUP, INC., of Richmond, BC has been appointed exclusive Lower Mainland distributor of the RULMECA Motorized Pulleys.

The RULMECA drive is used by mining, power generation, loading terminals, recycling, lumber and aggregate users all around the world. VARSEK GROUP is also the exclusive INTERROLL distributor for BC, and has been in business since 1993. Please call Peter Varsek at 604 277–6255 for more information. Varsek's knowledge and experience are well known and held in high regard throughout the industry. Precismeca is looking forward to working with Varsek, in building a healthy and long term partnership.

IROC SERVICE SUPPLY, INC. of Edmonton, AB has been appointed Northern Alberta distributor of the RULMECA Motorized Pulleys and the Precismeca PSV 5" & 6" rollers.

The RULMECA drive and PSV rollers are used by mining, power generation, loading terminals, recycling, lumber and aggregate users all around the world. IROC is well known throughout this territory as being honest and hard working in its pursuit to supply belting and conveyor services. We at Precismeca would like to offer a warm welcome to IROC and its Staff, as we anticipate a long and successful working relationship.

Distributor Seminar

June 11–14, 2006 – We are happy to announce that our first distributor seminar, held in Edmonton, Alberta, was a success! We had visitors and speakers from around the globe and discussed a variety of topics, including new products, maintenance, competitive product, system design, and much more. Distributors were treated to a round golf followed by an evening cruise on the Edmonton Queen Riverboat. To all of our distributors who made this seminar possible, we would like to say, "Thank you!"