fetra tipper trucks optimise workflows at the loader manufacturer
In modern metalworking, efficiency, precision and safe workflows are crucial. A visit to Ladermanufaktur GmbH in Gütersloh by transport equipment manufacturer fetra Fechtel Transportgeräte GmbH demonstrates how these requirements are put into practice.
For more than 70 years, fetra Fechtel Transportgeräte GmbH, based in Borgholzhausen, has been synonymous with high-quality transport solutions. As a leading manufacturer of storeroom trolleys, handcarts and in-house transport equipment, fetra develops robust and durable products for a wide range of industries. Thanks to an intelligent modular system, high quality standards and practical solutions, the family-run company has established itself as a reliable partner in industry and the skilled trades. A visit to Ladermanufaktur GmbH in Gütersloh demonstrates how fetra’s transport solutions support day-to-day work in practice. There, the fetra tipper plays a particularly important role in the daily workflow. Ladermanufaktur was founded in 2014 and, through continuous investment in machinery and measurement technology, as well as strategic partnerships in the field of vehicle technology, has since developed into a modern business with over 1,400 m² of floor space.
Efficient chip disposal with the fetra tipper
The eight-strong team from Gütersloh specialises in the manufacture and optimisation of high-performance turbochargers. In the The machining of high-quality metal components generates large quantities of swarf and production waste every day, which must be reliably collected and transported. To make these processes efficient, the loader manufacturer relies on fetra tippers, which are used as chip tippers in the production process. These are used on all three machines (DMU 95 Gen. 2, DMU 75 Gen. 2 and a DMU 40). These robust transport units enable metal swarf to be collected directly from the machines and then safely emptied. This simplifies workflows and significantly improves ergonomics for staff. “Precision and cleanliness are essential for us in the production and construction of turbochargers, as even the tiniest particles of dirt can cause damage to components. If a turbocharger component does not function with 100 per cent precision, this can lead to a loss of performance, damage or even a complete failure,” explains owner Florian Gnegel.
Clean metalworking processes thanks to fetra tippers
During a joint on-site visit, photographs and video footage were taken showing the practical use of the tippers in day-to-day production. Particular focus was placed on the tippers’ ease of use and their stability in the typical day-to-day operations of metalworking. Machinist and programmer Alex G. confirmed during the discussion that efficient chip disposal is a key part of the production process. “Thanks to the simple yet well-thought-out design, we can quickly empty the fetra chip tipper and get it ‘ready for use’. One of the most important features is its manoeuvrability, as well as the central brake (fetra-TOTALSTOP). “What’s more, the tipper also looks very high-quality!”
Robust transport solutions for modern metalworking
As well as the tipper trolleys, the loader manufacturer uses other transport solutions from fetra. These include, amongst others, shelved trolleys with side grilles for the safe transport of parts, as well as table top carts that can be used flexibly as transport aids or additional work surfaces. “Transport equipment must, first and foremost, function reliably – and that is precisely what sets fetra apart,” says Florian Gnegel, “the products are functional, robust and well-finished. This means they can be adapted very well to our own requirements. Even years after purchase, they still deliver on their promises, and fetra’s high-quality finish is a perfect match for the standards of our loader manufacturing facility.” A visit to the loader manufacturer makes it clear: efficient production processes arise where high-performance machines meet well designed transport solutions. With the fetra tipper, the company relies on a reliable piece of equipment that meets the high demands of metalworking in daily use – robust, functional and practical.
