THE TECHNOLOGY AND PEOPLE AT LEINE & LINDE Jubilee issue 2017

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ADS Online at Ahlstrom-Munksjö From two engineers with a feel for Paper the technology to a company with market-leading products in a global market. Follow their story on the centre spread.

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Corpower Ocean chooses Smurfit Kappa uses FSI 800 600 series

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FUNCTIONAL SAFETY NEWS THE FSI 900 functionally safe solution with integrated safety functions is now Frequency converter Hip, hip hurrah! becoming even more flexible, certified in accordance with SIL2 and PLd, Category 3. With an incremental signal output, the encoder is now perfect for use in drive ap- FSI 900 FSI 900 ENABLES plications. WITH 50 eventful years behind us, we can see how Leine & Linde has been The FSI 900 is mounted directly on the motor shaft, with the integrated over- shaped by all the positive interaction with customers and employees, as SAFETY IN DRIVE speed switch monitoring the speed of the motor; the incremental HCHTL signal is well as global industrial development. Per-Olov Leine and Henrik Linde connected to the drive to control the speed of the motor, just as a standard closed founded the company back in May of 1967, and their sense of joyful fasci- APPLICATIONS loop system. If the motor exceeds the speed, the overspeed switch will be activated. nation with the art of engineering lives on at the company to this day. It can then prevent the motor from running at an unsafe speed and creating a haz- Power off Teamwork, open mindset and customer focus constitute our core val- ardous situation. No external safety relays are needed; they are integrated in the Brake activation ues. Our employees, with their knowledge and solution-oriented approach, FSI 900. It can’t be any simpler than this. ■ are our greatest strength. In collaboration with our customers, we create cost-effective solutions in which quality, robustness and honesty are the A SIL certified, functionally safe overspeed monitor with Safety signals guiding principles. signal output directly to the drive. Signals that do not require safety certification

THAT WE became a part of Heidenhain GmbH in 1992 has been, and is, beneficial for Leine & Linde. Combined with our close collaboration with colleges and universities, our abilities to successfully deal with challenges UNAFFECTED BY INTERFERENCE LEINE & LINDE’S system for Optolink, which transfers incremental encoder signals are excellent. The company is also very involved with the region’s upper over optical fibre, has undergone a generation shift. The new generation’s Optolink secondary schools. We created an academic programme that establishes has enhanced capabilities for simpler diagnostics. the competencies within the relevant areas our production requires, to NEW GENERATION OF The Optolink system consists of a transmitter and a receiver. The system is continue growing with retained productivity and quality. especially useful in environments where there is considerable electrical interfer-

OPTOLINK PRODUCTS ence because the optical signals are unaffected by this kind of interference. Another BEING CLOSE to our customers is important, both because it enables us to application area can be in the transfer of encoder signals over long distances. With always be nearby when help is needed and because it makes it easier for Optolink, the encoder signals can be transferred up to 2700 metres. Due to the sig- us to understand customers’ applications and consequently their needs. nals being sent optically, galvanic isolation is also created between the transmitter That we presently export about 90 percent of what we manufacture makes and receiver. Leine & Linde a multi-cultural company, not just out in the offices we have around the world, but also here in Strängnäs. This provides the company Both transmitters and receivers are manufactured by Leine & Linde and are with fantastic added value. included in the accessory assortment. The company also has incremental encoders We deliver thousands of different products each year with normal with the Optolink transmitter integrated in the encoder. ■ delivery times of 10 working days – entirely without any products in stock – to 76 different countries with a quality that satisfies our customers. This hasn’t come about by chance. It has been through having dedicated staff, clear goals and breakfasting together that Leine & Linde has developed into what we are today. I am looking forward to the next 50 years with great XHI 841 WITH EAC CERTIFICATION FOR expectations when it comes both to challenges and opportunities. ExEx HAZARDOUS AREAS So three cheers for Leine & Linde and a thank you to all our customers! THE ENCODER MODEL 841, certified for use in explosive atmospheres, fulfils the TR CU 012/2011 technical regula- ATEX AND IECEX tions on safety of equipment intended for use in explosive environments. The certificate is applicable in the countries Strängnäs, September 2017 within the customs union for Belarus, Kazakhstan and Russia. EAC replaces the previous GOST-R certification. Per Andréason ABSOLUTE ENCODERS For Leine & Linde’s customers, this means that encoder model 841 can now be used in such tough applications as CEO, Leine & Linde WITH ETHERNET/IP materials handling, draw works, and motors, where IECEx, ATEX and EAC Ex are required. ■

THE ROBUST absolute encoder models 647 and 648, per- fectly engineered for harsh offshore applications, are now available with the EtherNet/IP communications protocol. The interface provides easy installation with automatic addressing, which means that the encoder does not need to be opened for connection, ideal for machinery on an off- shore rig. The interface also provides free scaling as well as binary and non-binary scaling. In combination with ATEX and IECEx certification for the encoders, EtherNet/IP is now ready for use in zones 1 and 21. ■

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The drive system is the system. Thanks to the FSI 800 series’ heart of a paper machine. signals managing long cable lengths, Leine & Linde’s durable it’s no problem to run the cables the EtherCAT Industrial 600 series with At Smurfit Kappa Piteå, whole way to the control cabinets, EtherCAT provides direct position feedback. Leine & Linde’s encoders which are gathered in a separate have provided stable and room where they cannot be affected encoders dependable speed feed- by the paper machine’s often high back to drive systems for temperatures and humidity. ABB’s important frequency converters and their safety more than 30 years. During modules are installed in the cabinets, the most recent update of easily recognisable by their yellow for wave power the drive system for Paper colour. Machine 1, Leine & Linde’s “Moreover, ABB helped us to run all the encoders to a separate meas- safety-certified encoder urement cabinet,” says Björn Lidström. FSI 862 was installed. “We’ve installed signal splitters so Corpower Ocean is an innovative development company with facili-

that we can use the encoder signals ties at the Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm. Among other for several different things even though we only have one encoder per things, they are developing an entirely new type of wave energy motor. We have measurement termi- converter (WEC). nals with measurement outputs so that we can read off and compare the EACH WEC – which is integrated into a large Easy to integrate PROCESS CONTROL AND SAFETY frequencies as necessary. In this way, buoy secured to the sea bottom – attains an os- Because the buoy operates out at sea, all com- we can see if we need to reconfigure cilliating motion that amplifies wave motion. In ponents must comply with stringent demands load distribution between different this way, energy can be very effectively extract- when it comes to resistance to moisture and WITH THE FSI 800 SERIES operations in the same group to cre- ed in all weather. This simultaneously places water, vibration and impact, as well as electro- ate increased balance in the flow.” stringent demands on the control system, which magnetic interference. He also feels that collaboration is installed inside the buoy and ensures that the “We conducted a market survey and found with ABB has gone well, and the integrated electronics are not damaged in rough one absolute encoder that fulfilled all our re- weather. quirements,” says Jakob Sagatowski. “It was from SMURFIT KAPPA Piteå is Europe’s operation around the clock with a same goes for Leine & Linde. ”There is no single component that is as Leine & Linde’s Industrial 600 series with Ether- largest producer of kraftliner with a six-shift schedule. “If we have questions, we get important for our control system as the abso- CAT. Another advantage was that the encoder production capacity of about 700,000 answers, and we usually get a good lute encoder,” says Jakob Sagatowski, software was easy to integrate. It took less than a half day.” tons for the brown or white surfacing Functional safety installed response when we can motivate why engineer at Corpower Ocean, and explains that material that is used on corrugated The production unit called Paper Each green dot we want things to be in a certain way. the encoder’s position feedback determines Uniform energy extraction cardboard of the best qualities in Machine 1 consists of a wet section, represents an en- A stable and safe drive system is the when and how motion needs to be dampened. Corpower Ocean decided to use two identical packaging products. This is where we a press section and a drying section, coder. heart of a paper machine.” The system is based on real-time feedback absolute encoders in the control system so that meet system engineer Björn Lidström, as well as quality control and reel- and extremely fast control algorithms. The wave data between them could be compared. They responsible for the mill’s drive sys- ing. The various sections extend for was already using encoders from Downtime and damage energy converter constantly ensures that it is have found that the encoders maintain high tems. The production plant in Piteå several metres in the building and Leine & Linde,” says Björn Lidström. minimised in the optimal position in relation to potential concordance. Moreover, these EtherCAT encod- power production. ers have a well-documented warning and error has been in operation since the early the kraftliner material is transported “The motor is from Strömberg, which When it come to encoders, it is message reporting system, which the company 1960s and Björn Lidström has worked in a complex system over several is now owned by ABB, and is still in naturally important that they deliver accesses in its system tests. at the company since 1987. floors, where wire cloths help the use as a part of the drying line. It’s what they promise. While delivery A test rig has also been developed by “A paper mill is characterised water to run off before the paper great to see how it can still do the times are important, of course, so are Corpower Ocean so that all wave conditions can by both a long-term approach and is pressed and dried. Because job, now with functionally safe speed dependability and tolerances, such “One absolute be simulated. In the next step, the wave energy speed,” he says. “How you can get the large portions of the system feedback in accordance with the as how much motor vibration they encoder fulfils all converter will be tested at sea off the Orkney most out of the machines, maintain must be designed to provide machine directive.” can withstand and still deliver their our demands.” Islands, and then developed on an even larger them so that they last, prevent prob- access to the machinery signal. scale. The present buoy is about 4 metres in di- lems, and at the same time, make even while it is operation, Connected to safety modules “It’s sometimes happened that ameter and 12 metres high – when these num- sure that they can produce as much the machine directive for The drive system is displayed on the someone needs access to the upper bers are doubled, energy extraction increases tenfold. as possible without downtime.” functional safety must control room’s computer screens. parts of a motor and has climbed up The future’s wave farms are expected to This means that drive system re- be observed. This is where Each green dot is an encoder that on the encoder. This isn’t a very good have from 40 to thousands of interconnected sponsibility involves both awareness Leine & Linde’s FSI 862 encoder is installed on a motor, and motor idea since the shafts can bend. But in units. This means that a larger wave farm could and teamwork. Because it’s people is used. speed can be monitored in real-time. my experience, they can still be run System Engineer produce a constant 100–1000 MW of electricity who work with the machines – such “The first AC motor in Paper Ma- Björn Lidström, The encoder provides speed feed- until a scheduled stop. They’re that in the climate along the Atlantic coast in a way as the process operators, mechanics chine 1 had recently been installed Smurfit Kappa back to the frequency converter, but durable,” Björn Lidström says with a Jakob Sagatowski likes that the encoder is easy that is environmentally friendly. The waves win and system engineers. The mill is in when I started here, and the motor Piteå. also has a responsibility in the safety smile. ■ to integrate with the control system. in the long run. ■ 6 | History History | 8

Expansion with a tough start Everyone loves a good product When the 1990s began with a reces- The relatively small Swedish com- sion, the company had experienced pany was early in ensuring quality A HALF CENTURY rapid growth and was consequently and providing full customer support. hard hit by reduced order volumes. Quickly answering questions and External ownership was brought in making mechanical adaptations won – always with the focus on the needs of our customers with companies such as Euro Venture the hearts of many. and the Incentive Group. This period The encoders are initially chosen got off to a tough and rather shaky by motor and machine manufactur- From two talented engineers with a feel for the technology to a start, first with a CEO replacement ers or the systems integrators that company with market-leading products in a global market. Follow and then needing to nearly halve supplied a comprehensive solution and Spain, as well as specially as- the work force. Henrik Linde was to the production unit where the signed staff at Heidenhain in the US along on the first 50 years with robust encoders! still working at the company as a machine would be used. This is often and Japan. There are now distributors development engineer, while Per-Olov the large, multinational companies or company offices in all parts of the Leine had moved on after serving such as ABB, Siemens, Voith, Danieli, world, and together they provide ser- The products included the M35 en- facilities and a new, modern plant WITH GLOBAL PRESENCE in more on the board of directors for several Metso, Hitachi, Hyundai and General vice to the company’s various target coder model, called the 35. Per-Olov was built at the current address on than 100 markets, Leine & Linde years. In 1991, Björn Zetterlund was Electric. groups and core sectors, both in local Leine and Henrik Linde worked just Olivehällsvägen in Strängnäs. The supplies incremental and absolute employed to take charge of market- Next come the end-users, who and global operations. as much with technical develop- plant was expanded several times encoders for industrial automation ing operations and later became the order new encoders when the old Björn Zetterlund led the com- for those truly heavy applications ment and problem solving as with after the move in 1979. Computeri- company’s CEO. ones require replacement. Because pany in a state of constant growth The company has grown over the years. Here are community engagement. sation also made its entry, as well and tough environments. It all It was in 1992 that the large the company’s robust encoders can for more than 20 years. Also worth some of today’s staff members, outside produc- as specialised processes in both started in 1967. German encoder manufacturer handle even the toughest operat- noting is that many of those em- tion facility B at the main office in Strängnäs in production and sales. Henrik Linde tells of how Per- Entrepreneurial period Heidenhain stepped in as the owner. ing conditions, they quickly became ployed in the early years are still with the spring of 2017. Period of added value provide added value in various The company entered the next Half of the company’s pro- Olov Leine had both a client who A company in the same branch that popular. Companies in Leine & Linde’s Leine & Linde. The company has had Leine & Linde was early with condi- forms thanks to the development phase in 1977. Both of the found- duction is now exported and wanted to buy an angle sensor had previously been seen as a com- core sectors have much to gain with relatively low personnel turnover tion monitoring in their products of both hardware and integrated made in Sweden, and an idea for ers felt more comfortable in the Leine & Linde has become market petitor. Export came up to speed in encoders that are both durable and over the years, and presently has The first employees still the human factor that deter- when ADS Classic was released programming capabilities. In 2007, inventor and developer roles. They leading in the Nordic countries. a new way of manufacturing code 1995 and the company opened a easy to replace so that downtime is three times as many employees as were hired in 1970. mines if an encoder is delivered of back in 2000 with integrated di- there were four primary product consequently sold the company to The 086 model incremental encod- Henrik Linde outside disks. This was the beginning of the sales office in Germany. An entirely minimised. during those years when times were the right quality, at the right point agnostics. During the subsequent series: the 300 series, 500 series, of Strängnäs’ old company they founded. The ten- Ulf Hedlund, who had previously ers had been developed into a true new customer-controlled production in time and at the right price,” ten-year period, the encoder grew 600 series and the always appreci- bathhouse where tough. During the same period, both year period that followed is often worked for their customer Hugo bestseller and were delivered both Leine & Linde moved flow was also established, which ena- Internationalisation production efficiency and sales have Björn Zetterlund said. He defines to be something more than just a ated 800 series. There are all of Tillqvist AB. Ulf Hedlund was a to paper and steel mills. The cus- referred to as the Inventor Epoch. in 1971 and that is bled all encoders to be made to order The office in Germany has been fol- been multiplied several times over. the recipe for success as being component that feeds back speed nine product series in 2017 and

The two friends succeeded in de- typical entrepreneur, who saw op- tomers appreciated the products’ now a technology ◄ ◄ with normal delivery within ten days, lowed by offices in Finland, Denmark, “Even if we have a high degree close to the customer and wanting or position data in the customer’s a number of different solutions ◄ portunities and was quick to take robustness and durability. museum. veloping several production meth- and this still applies today. Italy, China, India, South Korea, Brazil of automation in our production, it’s to do a good job. system. Leine & Linde’s solutions for among other things, explosive ods, took on their first employees, action. The company grew out of its and after a few years, moved to an old public bathhouse in Strängnäs. Customers included companies such as Retab, Hugo Tillqvist AB and ASEA, which is now ABB.

Production and engagement The small company’s custom- ers seemed satisfied and more queries came in. At a trade fair in Stockholm, they met their first international agent, who took their products to France. And this was followed by contacts with distribu- tors in other European countries. At this time, each person in pro- duction built an encoder entirely unassisted, from darkroom work and manual soldering on printed circuit boards to final assembly.

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◄ environments, condition moni- because it was for an encoder Today’s core sectors Vibration and time in motion toring and integrated functional used on a construction machine Automation director Udo He explains how he uses ADS Online. Since every encoder can be safety. The accessory assortment in blasting a railway tunnel some- Leine & Linde’s products are often used in operations Handschuh appreciates connected to the ADS Online software, he can compare values such being able to foresee po- is also worth mentioning, which where outside of Stockholm. “Could with tough environments that place especially as temperature and vibration for any chosen time in each motor tential problems by follow- includes in-house developed signal it possibly be in Strängnäs?” the stringent demands. application. If, for example, a vibration value increases, this is a sign ing the encoders’ vibration sale rep asked, and was quickly converters and gateways that en- and temperature graphs. of a problem, but it is very rare that the root of the problem is in the able conversion between different able to localise the machine. Less OIL & GAS encoder. More likely, wear has caused some imbalance in the motor, communications interfaces. than six hours after the fault oc- which can be detected and resolved before any damage occurs. Moreover, it is still important curred, the sales rep could place “Condition monitoring is very useful for efficient maintenance,” with custom solutions and being the newly produced encoder in MARINE & Udo Handschuh says, but he points out that the paper mill will able to provide prompt deliveries. the hands of the person who had OFFSHORE never implement a technical solution just because it is new or called, nearly beneath the com- trendy. “I base development decisions on whether the concept will Speed and job satisfaction pany’s facilities on Olivehällsvägen. PULP & PAPER create actual, practical value in the application. I think I’m the type “Because we deliver solutions, we It’s fun having an organisation that of innovator that is also a realist.” must always be able to help cus- is able to quickly solve big prob- “I really appreciate discussing technical solutions with Ahlstrom- tomers in need,” says present CEO lems as well as small. Munksjö Paper,” says Klaus Korger from Leine & Linde. “They truly The production environment is rough on motors and components, but a Per Andréason, who likes to share “It’s important with a good CRANES understand how our encoders can prevent problems, and we have a green LED on the encoder shows when all is as it should. stories of satisfied customers or place to work so that people are great exchange of ideas.” ■ speedy deliveries. happy with what they do. Keep that WIND ENERGY In recent years, Leine & Linde feeling alive,” says founder Henrik has provided express production in Linde, when asked about any less than 24 hours, or 48 hours at advice he could share with today’s the most for products that require employees at Leine & Linde. STEEL a full day of curing. But the quick- “My goal is for everyone to ADS ONLINE PASSES TEST ADS can do more! est delivery lately was probably constantly hone their skills and to MINING have fun at work every day,” says when a customer got in touch An encoder is especially well suited for condition monitoring mental parameters can be analysed in soft- before the winter with a serial Per Andréason. “If we can do that, because of it having a strategic position on a rotating shaft, ware or in the user’s own system so that number for a product that needed Leine & Linde will always be the CONSTRUCTION WITH FLYING COLOURS problems can be avoided and downtime MACHINERY to be replaced as soon as possible. company that sets the standard for often on a motor that is subjected to heavy loads or tough en- minimised. The address was difficult to provide our entire industry.” ■ vironmental stress. In these kinds of situations, the durability The encoder is able to withstand the tough production conditions in the Industry 4.0 on the component level of both components and motors is a very important factor for décor paper mill, where condition monitoring is very useful. good financial performance. More data is what people generally want today. Leine & Linde’s ADS solutions are based on Industry 4.0 from the component This is why Leine & Linde developed the ADS Online – several sensors in one level and up. The encoder provides feed- Good communication is necessary in everything we do – from satisfying customers’ needs to AHLSTROM-MUNKSJÖ PAPER in Aalen, Germany, is a paper manu- Heat and colour pigments advanced ADS Classic diagnostics system With the next generation, ADS Online, back in its drive system, but the informa- enhancing production technology, and from procurement to shipping. Communication also facturer with traditions dating back more than 400 years. They make “These applications put a lot of strain on the encoders and drive as early as 2000, which enabled any inter- Leine & Linde expanded encoder function- tion gathered by Leine & Linde’s diagnostics constitutes the foundation for cooperation and job satisfaction at Leine & Linde. décor paper, a specialty paper used for decorative prints. This paper systems,” says Klaus Korger. “The encoders need to be very robust for nal functional faults in an encoder to be ality. The encoder with ADS Online reads system can also be used on other levels in use in this harsh environment with heavy loads and high discovered before causing a stop in produc- off a number of environmental parameters provides a beautiful surface for pressed wood products, furni- the company. ADS Online can, for example, tion. These early warnings proved to be concerning its application, such as vibra- ture and flooring. The mill has received several awards for temperatures, in order to deliver their signals with high give systems access to the article numbers useful in drawing conclusions about the tion, rotation speed,frequency, temperature its efficiency, despite the fact that machines and compo- frequencies accurately and reliably.” for the encoders that need to be replaced causes behind problems. and power supply. Operational and environ- nents are put under a high level of stress due to the Further demands arise in the production process, so that ordering can be automated. Data harsh production conditions inherent with producing “I know the where colour pigments swirl in the air. The encoders concerning supply voltage, rotation direc- Business system, resource planning décor paper. Leine & Linde’s encoders in the 800 series, quality of the need to be able to handle being covered by colour ERP tion and time in motion for various encoder with ADS Online, are used at the plant. dust followed by regular, thorough cleaning, often applications can be important parameters MES Operational and production management “I didn’t choose ADS Online to monitor the encod- encoders.” with strong chemical liquids. in systems for process and resource man- agement, production planning and mainte- ers,” says Udo Handschuh, automation director at “I’m impressed with the efficiency of this manufac- SCADA Supervision level The information nance follow-up. ■

Ahlstrom-Munksjö. “I know the quality of the encoders. turing unit,” says Klaus Korger. “And it is absolutely Control

gathered by Input data PLC Process control level What I wanted was to monitor the drive application.” fascinating to see the variety of colours made in the ma- Leine & Linde’s Klaus Korger, regional sales manager at Leine & Linde, has worked chine. Some days the machine components can be completely white, diagnostics system Input and output signals Drive system level with Ahlstrom-Munksjö Paper for more than 25 years. In common and the next they can be completely black or some other colour. In can be used in with Ahlstrom-Munksjö Paper, many of his clients use Siemens’ between, they’re all shiny and clean.” systems on several different levels at Production process motors and drives. This is how he knows how well the Leine & Linde “If all the parts of the drive system worked as well as a company. Heavy duty 800 series works seamlessly with Siemens’ systems, but Leine & Linde’s encoders, I would be very happy,” says Udo also how the existing challenges place stringent demands. Handschuh. 12 | Development Around the world | 13

Lars-Albert Ahlström is looking forward to an “I’d like to emphasise that our project focus efficient product development. The compa- even faster development process with a broad does not mean that employees will miss ny will have a development lab that is twice and robust product portfolio. Upcoming trade fairs

out on knowledge of new technologies,” as large as today and improve capabilities says Lars-Albert Ahlström. “Here we have ◄ for conducting internal tests. With the new China Wind Power in Beijing, China has the theme “Making energy transition an exchange with Heidenhain, which is the vibration equipment that includes climate happen”. Leine & Linde supplies several products to the wind power sector and group’s parent company. This gives us access chambers, both products and subsystems the group’s sales company in China distributes all solutions from the sister com- to a large system company’s research and can be subjected to function and durability pany Leine Linde Systems. Meet the company at booth W1-C03, 17–19 October. engineering capacity for the benefit of both testing in tough ambient environments at

our own company and our customers.” an early stage. ◄ Paperex in New Delhi, India is the world’s largest trade fair for the paper indus- The electronics lab is also expanding, try. Leine & Linde will be exhibiting new products that simplify maintenance and Development process with customer in compliance with the size requirements reduce the risk of production stops. Hall 7, booth 7B03, 1–4 November. focus stipulated for facilities where certification

Development is conducted throughout the testing is conducted. ◄ SPS/IPC Drives in Nuremberg, Germany focuses on electrical automation company in a well-established process. “This means that we can further technology. The trade fair covers everything from components to complete “It begins with an analysis of custom- strengthen our expertise in testing and systems and integrated automation solutions, with special focus on the digital ers’ needs,” Lars-Albert Ahlström says. “The certification so that we know how our prod- transformation underway now that IT is increasingly included in automation. company’s product managers work closely ucts can satisfy all the requirements with Leine & Linde participates annually and shows how encoder solutions are con- tributing to intelligent production. Hall 4A, booth 4A-351, 28–30 November. with our sales reps, who have a substantial extreme durability,” explains Karin Colldén, contact surface with our markets. The needs development engineer with responsibility that we have the best potential for resolving for ATEX.

FASTER PROCESSES AND NEW PRO DUCTS

The product portfolio has been broadened each year, but this is not in a competitive manner are defined in the An effective organisation – where market- the only change that has occurred at Leine & Linde. New products’ product council, and in this way, we make ing, development and production not only journey from idea to finished delivery has become more streamlined. sure that we develop the right products from work closely together in theory, but also the start. physically and share interest in results in “But we don’t just manufacture a prod- the same process – increases the flow of new

LARS-ALBERT AHLSTRÖM, head of develop- velopment department will therefore focus uct, we define what will be practically pos- projects. In other words, a lot is going on. ■ ment, is back at Leine & Linde about fifteen on results and schedules. The right products sible to adapt by analysing various possible years after his latest employment at the will be introduced with faster processes. variants in the product key. As soon as the company. At the beginning of the 2000s, he “The products have to be there when product is created, it is also prepared for ef- Development engineer Karin Colldén (to the was a recent engineering graduate and held the market needs them, and there are ficient future production.” right in the photo) likes when tests can be several positions at the company in produc- primarily three things that must interact One thing that differentiates today’s carried out at an early stage. tion, quality control and project manage- for us to accomplish this,” says Lars-Albert Leine & Linde in comparison with the com- ment. He later moved on, gaining additional Ahlström. “We’ve developed our organisa- pany 20 years ago is that it now has a signifi- experience working in leading positions at, tion, our work process and our facilities so cantly broader product portfolio to maintain. for example, Anytec Marine, Saab Bofors that they are completely in line with one Major interest at OTC 2017 and ASSA Abloy before returning to head another. Project flows, from idea to finished The company has a major the development department. delivery of new products, will be better than responsibility OTC, Offshore Technology Conference in Houston, Texas is the world’s largest ever.” “Leine & Linde’s undertaking includes mak- meeting place for the oil and gas industry with more than 2300 exhibitors. Better flow ing products backward-compatible so that Leine & Linde participated with a booth just inside entrance D in the NRG Center. “We shall be just as good at delivery preci- Smart organisation there is always an encoder solution that “It’s important for us to be out and establishing contacts,” says Vahid Ghaderi, sion in development projects as we are Leine & Linde’s organisation has grown and works for existing customers,” says Lars- who is Leine & Linde’s head of business development in the oil, gas and offshore when it comes to products,” was his spon- consequently expanded with dedicated Albert Ahlström. “It’s therefore important sector. “We have a broad assortment of encoder solutions for explosive and harsh taneous response when asked about the project manager roles to ensure close col- that new solutions have the right capabili- environments, and can deliver all over the world.” department’s goals. laboration between different departments ties for mechanical adaptations, couplings He emphasises the uniqueness of Leine & Linde’s rotary encoder for explosive It may not sound all that difficult, but it on each project. The project manager better and communications interfaces.” environments in it being available for purchase with integrated diagnostics for has to be kept in mind that Leine & Linde’s manages and follows up time through condition monitoring. Leine & Linde’s products are distributed in North America product delivery precision – with the right predefined mileposts, as well as giving the Facilities for close collaboration via Heidenhain, www.heidenhain.us. ■ product, right quality and right time – has specialists the space to continue being New facilities are currently being construct- never been lower than 95 percent. The de- specialists. ed to provide more space for even more The funnest job in the world

With its short delivery times, says production manager Joakim Danielsson. Leine & Linde’s strength is in adapting and express orders and high rate “If something has gone wrong, how can we developing products and systems for its of production, you can almost avoid a reoccurrence? Everything we do customers. This is naturally seen in produc- must be with the customer in mind. This is physically take the pulse of tion, with its flexible layout and organisa- the basis for creating value and it perme- tion that can be adapted as needed. It is Leine & Linde’s production. De- ates the entire organisation.” the production manager who also has the spite this – or perhaps because Joakim Danielsson came to Leine & Linde ultimate responsibility for the company’s of this – production manager with experience from companies such as facilities. They must be constantly adapted Joakim Danielsson claims to AstraZeneca, Saab and Bombardier, where to operational needs and demands, and have the funnest job in the he had worked with development, produc- kept up-to-date in order to continue deliver- tion and operational development. He world. ing products with the highest quality. replaced Per Andréason as the production “What’s exciting about Leine & Linde manager, when Andréason moved on to his is the enormous potential we have,” says WITH ANNUAL production of hundreds of W current position as the CEO. Joakim Danielsson. “Exciting products and thousands of encoders and the capability to “Something I’ve learned over the years several new system solutions and customer create a finished product in 48 hours or less, is that cooperation and communication projects, along with the personnel’s experi- production must be free of disturbances and are a common denominator for success,” ence and expertise, as well as facilities with the equipment has to be in good working Danielsson says, and emphasises that the good prerequisites for growth – all these order. company has both. “I was extremely well things add up to me having the funnest job “I want to constantly challenge myself received by the personnel from day 1. Every- in the world!” ■ and ask questions such as ‘Do I need to do where you look, there is solid knowledge this now or can we do it in a better way?’” and an outstanding level of accountability.”

NAME: Joakim Danielsson ...... POSITION: Production manager ...... AT THE COMPANY: Since July 2016 ...... HOME: In Strängnäs with family ...... GOOD QUALITIES: Persistent, open and honest ...... MISCELLANEOUS: Engaged in children’s recreational inter- ests, including ice hockey and floorball. Sails during the summer, both with the family in the archipelago and competi- tively.

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