From traditional craftsmanship to automated rope production

In the past, ropes were made by hand, with craftsmen twisting and braiding fibres together in a demanding process. The traditional method required precision and care to ensure quality and durability but was time consuming and limited the scale of production. Since 1978, Robco Engineering A/S has developed advanced machinery that effectively automates the production of ropes.

To support this transformation, BJ-Gear A/S supplies components such as Hydro-Mec gearboxes, motors and encoders. These components are the foundation of Robco's machines, ensuring consistency, high speed and reliability in rope production and carbon fibre production. Through close partnership, Robco and BJ-Gear A/S have created a solution that combines traditional craftsmanship with modern efficiency.

The collaboration between Robco Engineering A/S and BJ-Gear A/S is based on ongoing dialogue and knowledge sharing, where joint sparring ensures the most efficient solutions for rope production. Through an in-depth needs analysis, BJ-Gear A/S has gained deep insight into Robco's design and production requirements, which enables them to precisely deliver solutions that match the requirements for precision, durability and efficiency.

This process requires technical know-how and a knowledge-based partnership, where BJ-Gear's sales team contributes insights into complex systems, while Robco shares their manufacturing needs. Together, they develop flexible solutions that fulfil Robco's current and future needs. With a focus on increased automation, Robco is already well on its way. In addition to fully automated rope production, some of these machines now have integrated robots that remove the finished coils automatically. This solution reduces manual handling and optimizes efficiency. The partnership between BJ-Gear A/S and Robco ensures that production can be scaled and adapted to future demands and technological advances.

Central to this automation is Robco's choice of Hydro-Mec worm gears, which are ideal for their requirements of flexibility, durability and efficiency. The modular gearboxes provide a wide range of customisation options to meet specific requirements in even the most demanding applications. One-piece aluminium or cast iron gearboxes achieve both low weight and high tensile strength, ensuring reliable operation under high loads. The gearbox design, which includes precision-machined components, oversized bearings and bronze alloy worm gears, guarantees long service life, reduced noise and optimal efficiency - even during frequent starts and kickbacks. In addition, the possibility of fast delivery and stocked variants contribute to a smooth implementation in the customer's project. This choice of high-performance gear solutions emphasises the close collaboration between Robco and BJ-Gear A/S and their shared focus on delivering robust and future-proof production systems.