May 15th, 2009
Alternative Energy Machines

Kira America is pleased to announce it has completed another ground breaking project. This one is in the “Alternative Energy Industry”.

The system is a semi-automatic assembly machine. It automatically inserts a large magnetic armature into a generator housing. Then the shaft bearings, seals and end caps are installed.

This extremely large and powerful next generation wind energy generator will be installed atop the largest windmills in use today. It will allow the windmill to generate substantially more electrical output then currently produced by conventional generator designs.

The challenge was to insert the armature while overcoming extreme magnetic forces not seen in conventional designs. As this had never been done, Kira engineers faced a daunting task.

The Kira engineering approach depended on (FEA) Finite Element Analysis data and years of machine tool engineering experience. Creating a method of assemble was the biggest obstacle remaining that had to be overcome before commercial production of this new generator could become a reality.

We are honored to be the team that provided the breakthrough needed.

The project started with a small consulting and engineering order which eventually paid off for our customer with a complete and successful solution, from concept to completion in less than 20 weeks.

Please see the attached photos which provide a good perspective of size. The process is confidential and therefore cannot be shown in detail.

Alternative energy technology is receiving a high priority these days. In this emerging industry many new challenges will be revealed for which solutions must be found.

When challenges arise in whichever industrial segment you find it, please call on Kira America to help.

Whether the challenge is in machining, assembly, testing, cleaning, material handling or as in this example, overcoming incredible, invisible forces for energy conservation and a greener planet for our children, we want to be involved.

For more information please call 262-835-9272.