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…

engineer working with Digital twin

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…

Mechanical engineers using plant management system

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’ 

plant management system digital overview remote control panel

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

Symbolizes cultural differences in the workplace through diverse hands in the air holding speech balloons

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

inside of a steel pipe with robot arm above it

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 […]

Solving a bouncing problem with determination and grit

abrasive acceleration belt for internal blasting of pipes and tubes.

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 […]

Longer lifespan, less downtime because of ‘magic touch’ 

Pipes inspected by working man in factory setting

‘Magic touch’ for longer lifespan and less downtime  Decades of experience is not something that can be acquired by training, or that can be replaced by equipment. It’s like a person recognising a type of car just by hearing its engine. Or a baker no longer needing his recipes when adding ingredients. Our technical inspectors […]

Offshore ‘Predator’ has eyes on other industries

offshore robot designed for extreme conditions

Offshore ‘Predator’ has eyes on other industries Ever seen a robot on a seagoing vessel? Robots are made of steel which is in essence not best friends with salt and water. Harsh conditions are one of the few certainties at sea. Therefore, most manufacturers of robots take a restraint approach to creating automated solutions for […]

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