University Of Sheffield · Awarded contract
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Supply of Remote-Controlled Bottom Pour Ladles to University of Sheffield

Awarded 15 Jan 2018

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Awarded15 Jan 2018
Value£120,470.00
RegionYorkshire and The Humber
CategoryManufacturing & Industrial
Ended 8y 8mo ago1mo term
Awarded 15 Jan 2018Expired 28 Feb 2018

The University of Sheffield awarded a contract to Acetarc Welding and Engineering Co Ltd for the purchase of five remote-controlled bottom pour ladles ranging from 500kg to 3000kg for the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre's Casting Group in Catcliffe, Rotherham.

The ladles feature an electro-hydraulic stopper rod mechanism operated by a remote pendant, with a preference for wireless control.

The contract value was £120,470.

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