Economical work in reinforcement technology

Efficiency and ergonomic ways of working

Fig. 1 A smart principle: the completely twisted tied rebar automatically releases the unlocking of the twisting hook. Following the return of the twisting spindle, the unit is ready for the next tying process. Abb. 1 Cleveres Prinzip: Der fertig verdrillte Binder löst selbsttätig die Entriegelung des Drillhakens aus. Nach dem Einfahren der Drillspindel ist das Gerät für die nächste Bindung einsatzbereit.

Fig. 4 Tim Grabner and Helmut Wockenfuß talking shop:
comprehensive consultancy and advice plays a major role in the service concept of Wacker Neuson concrete solutions.Abb. 4 Tim Grabner und Helmut Wockenfuß im Fachgespräch: Umfassende Beratung spielt eine wichtige Rolle im Service-
konzept von Wacker Neuson concrete solutions.

Fig. 2 Employee tying rebar: the single-handed operation of the DF 16 rebar tier supplied by Wacker Neuson enables a quick and ergonomic workflow.
Abb. 2 Mitarbeiter beim Bewehrungsstahlbinden: Die Einhandbedienung des Wacker Neuson Bewehrungsbinders DF 16 ermög-licht eine ergonomische und schnelle Arbeitsweise.

Fig. 3 Cutting round bar cleanly and safely – at the push of a finger: the RCP rebar cutter by Wacker Neuson is particularly easy to operate due to its electrohydraulic system. Abb. 3 Rundstähle sauber und sicher durchtrennen – mit einem Fingerdruck: Der Wacker Neuson RCP Bewehrungsschneider ist dank Elektrohydraulik besonders anwenderfreundlich.

Fig. 5 The Wacker Neuson rebar cutting units.Abb. 5 Die Bewehrungsschneidegeräte von Wacker Neuson.

 Rebar tying and cutting can be a time-consuming process associated with a lot of physical strain. Grabner Betonfertigteilsysteme thus tested the rebar cutting and tying units offered by Wacker Neuson in order to improve processes, increase efficiency and make operation more ergonomic for employees on the shop floor. This trial was successful – the units have been in service ever since at the premises of the company, and have significantly increased cost efficiency and safety.

Grabner Betonfertigteilsysteme is located in the Bavarian town of Bogen/Furth. This family-managed business specializes in the production of precast elements. In particular, the product range of the factory includes filigree and element slabs, as well as stairs, solid and double walls, and balcony slabs. In addition, the company offers custom elements made of concrete, which are built to order according to the specifications of the client or architect.

The company places great emphasis on innovation and continuous improvement. For instance, both the product range and output of the factory have...