Metals Industry

Case History

Efficiency and reliability in environments characterised by high temperatures and limited space

An Austrian company, a global leader in steel processing and the manufacture of welded wire mesh machinery, faced a complex operational challenge: ensuring efficiency and reliability in environments characterized by high temperatures and limited installation space. The solution came in the form of SlimIn CDE air conditioners from Cosmotec, which combine flexibility, high performance, and ease of installation. This collaboration not only addressed immediate operational needs but also strengthened the customer’s path of innovation and growth within the international industrial landscape.

The Customer

The company, based in Austria, was founded in the middle of the last century and specialises in the construction of machines and plants for the production of electrowelded meshes, as well as for the processing of steel used in the reinforced concrete sector. Over the years, the company has expanded its activities and today has numerous subsidiaries and representative offices in various parts of the world, consolidating its leadership position in the global reference market. It is distinguished by its ability to offer high-quality solutions and high performance, contributing significantly to meeting the needs of customers worldwide.

The machinery and equipment produced by the company operate mainly in the steel and metallurgy sectors, where environmental and operating conditions can be particularly demanding. The electrical cabinets are frequently integrated into or placed alongside the supplied machinery. This positioning means that the electrical cabinets operate in close proximity to areas characterised by very high temperatures, conditions not commonly found in other industrial fields.

These operating conditions require the use of electrical cabinets fitted with devices that allow for the dissipation of a considerable amount of heat. However, this necessity clashes with the installation space conditions, which are often quite limited, whether it's a matter of placement inside or outside the electrical cabinet.

The application therefore requires an air conditioner with a compact footprint while still delivering high cooling capacity, ensuring reliable operation even at elevated ambient temperatures. This makes it essential to optimize equipment layouts in order to make the most efficient use of the available space.

Thanks to its decades of experience in industrial cooling and its extensive product portfolio, Cosmotec was able to provide the customer with an effective solution tailored to its specific needs. The SlimIn CDE air conditioners have been specifically designed to operate reliably and deliverven in high-temperature environments.

This range of air conditioners is capable of operating at ambient temperatures of up to 60°C without any loss of performance and can withstand peaks of up to 62°C for short periods. In addition, their innovative design provides remarkable installation flexibility, fully meeting the customer's requirements and space constraints.

The units are designed to ensure quick and easy installation, thanks to features such as positioning inserts, quick electrical connections, and an integrated gasket on the rear of the air conditioner, which makes installation operations simple and fast.

The project involves the annual supply of approximately 100 SlimIn air conditioners in the CDE20 and CDE30 versions, available with 400/460V power supply configurations. Thanks to the solution provided by Cosmotec, the customer was able to effectively balance space constraints with the need for reliable operation at high temperatures, while maintaining a safer and more comfortable working environment for operators. Maintaining the optimum temperature inside electrical enclosures is essential to ensure operational reliability and reduce operating costs, also through a significant extension of component service life. The partnership with Cosmotec proved to be a key success factor, not only in addressing immediate challenges but also in supporting the company’s growth and innovation in the global marketplace.

Reliability
The air conditioners are capable of operating efficiently even at high ambient temperatures, reaching values of up to approximately 60°C without compromising performance.

Compactness
Thanks to their reduced depth, the air conditioners minimize the space required both inside and outside the electrical enclosure, making installation easier in confined spaces.

Ease of Installation
The air conditioners are designed with features that make installation quick and intuitive, reducing downtime and increasing operational efficiency.

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