HOT – UV Coating without heat!
HOT – UV Coating without Heat! UV coatings have recently garnered significant attention within the industrial sector. Selmers has therefore decided to integrate UV coatings for tubes into our offerings. This technology represents a new market avenue for us and underscores our commitment to environmental responsibility and innovation. To remain agile, we have […]
Having a blast – actually not coating anything
Having a blast – actually not coating anything Our sales department often receives enquiries about the types of pipes and tubes we blast, coat, and handle. The answer is straightforward: we provide machinery for blasting, coating, and handling of all long steel objects. But, of course, we don’t do this ourselves, as all our customers […]
Luck runs out but safety is good for life
Luck runs out but safety is good for life When we speak about safety in heavy industries like ours, it is evident that potential hazards are just too significant to take lightly. Once a heavy pipe starts rolling or swinging, there isn’t much you can do to stop it. There’s a minimal window to intervene, […]
Numbers – and digital twins – don’t lie…
Numbers – and digital twins – don’t lie… Recall your first 3D movie experience? The images felt so real, almost within your grasp, didn’t they? Well, brace yourself, as technology has taken a quantum leap forward. Welcome to the realm of Digital Twins – the next level of 3D evolution in machinery. Your 3D operational […]
We stay where others go home…
We stay where others go home… Engineers used to deliver a complete blasting and coating plant with equipment, and then depart. However, this is no longer the best solution for your operations. We’re not suggesting it’s akin to that acquaintance who overstays their welcome on your couch… But consider it a helpful digital hologram of […]
The buzzwords ‘Operational Excellence’
The buzzwords ‘Operational Excellence’ Operational excellence is a term widely used in various ways to the point where its original meaning has become diluted. Within the industrial landscape, it can mean almost anything. For Selmers, it entails a combination of actions that lead to measurable cost savings, safety, and increased uptime. From reactive to […]
When in Rome – do as the Romans do
When in Rome – do as the Romans do Selmers is a globally operating company with clients in every part of the world. On-site support and training are part of the job. But the typical Dutch directness can come across as blunt. Cultural differences can also lead to hilarious situations. Although humor is a […]
Robots are taking over the (pipe) world
Robots are taking over the (pipe) world When robots were first portrayed in movies such as War of the Worlds and Star Wars, they evoked a primal fear that someday machines and robots would take over the world. However, now that robots are actually here, it appears that we fear not being overpowered, but rather […]
Not sugar coating it; the best plant managers’ recipe
Not sugar coating it; the best plant managers’ recipe Deviating from a standard recipe; who doesn’t? You like to tweak the dish to your particular preferences. You probably do the same with your operations’ handling equipment. But as with the perfect frosting, it is with the perfect pipe coating… Experience, good ingredients and balance […]
Solving a bouncing problem with determination and grit
Solving a bouncing problem with determination and grit New paint requires a clean surface. The bigger the surface, the better the adhesion of the applied coating. For this purpose, blasting abrasion of pipes is done with grit. The grit is applied with force, and therefore naturally produces some excess grit. One of our clients […]