Glossary
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Shell
A single, complete cylindrical or conical section produced by rolling a metal plate, ready to be joined with other sections.
Technical FAQ
Wind tower and monopile manufacturers need to choose the right automation level for handling variable conical sections. Adaptive systems rely on shop cranes for initial plate placement and use pushers for fine alignment, whereas extended systems feature automated manipulators that continuously adjust, align, and feed plates for both cylinders and cones. An extended feeding system delivers continuous, automated cone processing without crane dependence, maximizing safety and speed. Davi's Smart Line for wind energy utilize extended continuous feeding technology to optimize cycle times.
Meeting strict ovality tolerances for aerospace or wind tower applications requires accurate, documented inspection data. A roundness measuring system uses precision multi-point digital sensors to sweep the circumference of a finished shell and identify deviations. It replaces slow manual measuring tools, provides instant digital reports for customer quality compliance, and confirms the shell is ready for automatic welding lines. Davi offers integrated measuring tools designed to maintain high quality control standards in demanding manufacturing sectors.
When assembling long vessels or wind towers, even minor variations in the circumference of matching sections can cause alignment issues. This digital tool scans and records the exact outer perimeter length of a rolled cylinder during the calibration phase. It provides data to ensure adjacent sections will fit together perfectly in the growing line, reducing weld preparation times. Davi integrates circumference measurement systems into its heavy-duty wind energy production lines.
Waiting for standard shipping on simple wear components during a critical production run reduces a job shop's productivity. A custom spare parts kit provides an on-site inventory of essential seals, filters, sensors, and wear items tailored to your machine model. It allows your maintenance team to replace common wear parts instantly, minimizing waiting times and protecting operational continuity. Davi stocks over 11,000 different items at its global service hubs to ensure rapid fulfillment and kit customization.