Mechanics - Import export

With the close collaboration between our development and manufacturing teams, our full control of the value chain and our expertise in the sector, the testing, development, commissioning and technical acceptance phases are carefully planned and incorporated into the project schedule from the design phase.

The textile industry is the fourth key industrial sector that has driven our growth because of the geographical location of TCM - THOMAS CONSTRUCTIONS MECANIQUES in the heart of the Vosges.special packaging, wrapping and labelling machines ergonomic workstations Related operations on customers’ sites : maintenance of equipment and infrastructure repairs technical upgrading of existing equipment Safety compliance of existing equipment Some practical examples : towel packing and labelling unit ergonomic handling workstation

Applications and projects : conveyor systems assembly lines robotic units screwing welding Poka-Yoke vision Pick and Place Some practical examples : roll-forming machine conveyor system with elevator assembly lines for plastic and metal components ergonomic workstation on assembly line unit for recovery, transfer and removal of springs on assembly line

Do you want to validate a concept, or industrialise the production for a new process, new material or new technology? Do you want to minimise the industrial and financial risk involved? Are you concerned about your project’s feasibility? Does the implementation of this project require the involvement of several external contractors at each phase of the process whose specific processes require common pre-validation

Numerically-controlled hydraulic press brake, numerically-controlled hydraulic shearing machine, numerically-controlled machining centres, numerically-controlled lathes and milling machines, mortising machines, presses, drilling machines, rolling machines, semi-automatic welding station, TIG/Plasma/Oxycutting workstation, paint booth, assembly workshop (mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrics, automation), lifting equipment, testing and programming workstations, etc. With our diverse range of facilities and modular covered areas, we can manufacture practically any type of installation or equipment, with unlimited space and technological expertise. Our multidisciplinary team of highly qualified specialists, combining long-standing experience with the technical skills of youth, guarantees the optimal operation of our equipment and the quality of the facilities delivered to you.

With our comprehensive and modern machine fleet (numerically-controlled machining centres, lathes and milling machines), we oversee the quality processes and manufacturing deadlines for the metal and plastic components of the equipment we design. With this know-how and the immediate availability of our machining equipment, we offer a proactive and flexible service which is invaluable for our customers. We can therefore provide a rapid response to any machining enquiries and adapt to any unexpected changes made during projects. However, our key asset is the proximity of our manufacturing workshop to our Design Office, which facilitates the sharing of skills and the optimisation of components. This high-level of reactivity and flexibility also means that we can quickly respond to requests for replacement parts or repairs in case of unexpected breakdowns.

The intrinsic quality of the various components, sub-assemblies and software is checked at each stage of design and manufacturing. During the pre-validation phases, performance, durability, and efficiency goals are meticulously assessed and cross-checked with the obligations defined in the specifications. These efficiency targets are cross-referenced and verified with our customer upon commissioning of the equipment, following the implementation of a duly developed validation protocol.

We ensure that your facilities are compliant with the latest legal requirements in terms of safety: Mechanical protection devices: grids, grills, gratings, doors, locks, securing with mechanical interlocks, etc. Electrical protection devices: sensors, optoelectronic protective equipment, proximity sensors, encoders, identifiers (laser readers, camera readers, etc.), safety switches, securing with electrical interlocks, etc. machine guarding: stainless steel, steel, etc. Immaterial protection equipment: photoelectric barriers, passages and controlled access with a scanner, etc. Hearing protectors Gas detectors and analysers in compliance with the national and European standards in force. Our comprehensive services include: certificates of incorporation for machines complete technical documentation controls by competent independent organisations

Trust in our experience and expertise to upgrade your existing industrial equipment in order to make it more technical and efficient and ensure its compliance. Our specialised teams will take care of : the technical upgrading and modernisation of your existing equipment in order to reduce your set-up times and/or increase productivity, as well as extending its operating life. the assurance that your facilities are compliant with the latest legal requirements in terms of safety/regulations. These operations can be carried out with the support of your maintenance teams or independently by our teams. We should specify that our teams have all the necessary clearances and qualifications, the insurance coverage for this type of work, and are highly experienced in on-site operations. Upgrade and retrofit operations are necessary to make significant productivity and operating gains, offering a particularly good return on your investment.

In addition to being able to work on site in an emergency to diagnose an unexpected breakdown and repair your installation, we are equipped with: a comprehensive machine fleet (numerically-controlled machining centres, lathes and milling machines, mortising machine, press, drilling machines, rolling machines, semi-automatic welding station, TIG/Plasma/Oxycutting station) meaning that we can manufacture products to measure and supply all your replacement and wear parts in an emergency an assembly workshop (mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrics, automation), lifting equipment and testing and programming stations, where mechanical and electrical assemblies and sub-assemblies can be produced urgently and with a high degree of flexibility

Whether for troubleshooting (diagnosis and repair), or in accordance with a curative, preventive or annual maintenance programme, a team will be at your disposal to diagnose and troubleshoot any electrical, computer or mechanical problem in the shortest possible time. Our teams have all the necessary clearances and qualifications, insurance coverage and experience to work in total safety at your site and on your equipment

In keeping with our approach to effective quality and deadline control, we decided to equip the company with its own means of transport: utility vehicles, panel vans and covered trucks. We have learnt through experience that having our own fleet of vehicles guarantees the safety of the goods being transported, and therefore the satisfaction of our customers.

Our metal work services are fully adapted to meet your facilities maintenance and safety needs : replacement and/or modification of walkways installation and/or modification of ventilation ducts manufacture and installation of floors and access doors on production lines welding of reinforcements on to machine frames modification of fabric drive systems, presses, cylinders and rollers modification of pneumatic and hydraulic control systems installation of conveyor lines mechanical protective equipment: grids, gratings, walkways and doors machine guarding: stainless steel, steel, etc. We guarantee a highly flexible and adaptable service, while meeting all of your production requirements and maintaining the configuration of your existing facilities.

Our metal work unit is equipped with all the equipment required to carry out the majority of operations related to the production and shaping of metal objects: mortising machine, press, drilling machines, rolling machines, semi-automatic welding stations and TIG/Plasma/Oxycutting workstations. Our vast range of metal work equipment and the adaptability of the workshop’s covered areas are ideal for performing almost every type of shaping.

These prototypes are designed to be highly technical but as simple as possible ensure the repeatability and readability of validation results limit production costs help you decide whether your process is technically and economically viable. With our extensive expertise in a wide range of trades (mechanics, machining, metal work, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrics, electronics and automation), the immediate availability of our manufacturing equipment and the collaborative approach between our design office and manufacturing workshops, we fully capitalise on our in-house theoretical and practical skills to provide responsive and creative solutions to most requests, while controlling and limiting costs.

As part of our maintenance and repair services, we also perform technical upgrading and modernisation operations on existing electrical equipment.

From the design phase of your project, we take care of installing all the electrical and electronic components: electrical studies PLC studies and programming production of electrical diagrams, wiring and installation logbooks wiring of power cabinets, control cabinets (automation), pneumatic cabinets and frames installation of cable trays on-site connection final inspection, power up and validation

A major challenge when designing special machinery, the quality of design and integration of hydraulic and pneumatic controls is key for proper operation, reliability and maintenance purposes. Fully aware of these issues, we take the greatest possible care and apply our wealth of experience to design and integrate pneumatic and hydraulic control solutions that are both efficient and reliable. The components used are all selected from the most widely used, tried-and-tested solutions available from leading manufacturers. At your request, we will install the materials recommended by your technical services.

In collaboration with our specialist partners, we develop software packages specifically designed for process management, supervision, maintenance and control of the installation. If necessary, we can also produce synoptics for human-machine interfaces.

From the design phase of your project, our specialist technicians take care of the study and integration work for all the PLC and IT parts needed to manage and control your future facility: PLC studies and programming Integration of instrumentation and regulation on-site connection Final control and validation

There is now a reliable, low-cost range of robots available on the market. Produced in large numbers by reputable manufacturers, these robots can perform simple, repetitive tasks consistently and efficiently. They can easily be integrated into a production process, offering simple and flexible operation. Following an in-depth analysis, in collaboration with robot manufacturers and according to the technical constraints specific to your project, we provide the simplest robotic solution that offers the best compromise between technical compliance and overall financial cost.

No more developing complex computer software requiring the expertise of experienced IT technicians. No more robots that are extremely sensitive to high ambient temperatures, affecting their reliability and impacting the quality of manufactured products. No more need for large-scale production operations to ensure that this equipment is cost-effective.

Our teams of engineers and technicians conduct all the necessary design and engineering studies for your projects. Based on your needs analysis or specifications, our teams produce the mechanical and electrical working drawings, other manufacturing documents, automation software, etc. They perform development testing and commissioning operations on site. Our technical solutions are developed according to your requirements while prioritising a custom-made product that combines performance and reliability.

At each stage of research and development throughout your project, we hold strategic planning meetings with the design office and the manufacturing workshops, so that we can fully capitalise on our internal theoretical and practical skills, as well as having co-engineering discussions with your teams. The close collaboration between our development and manufacturing teams enables us to combine theoretical creativity and best practice.. All technical solutions undergo a practical feasibility and optimisation analysis upstream in the manufacturing phases. The various solutions studied are reviewed again, with the final decision being made according to the solution that offers the best balance between technicality, productivity, efficiency and cost.

In close collaboration with your technical and production teams, we target equipment whose cost-effectiveness can most be improved through digitisation. We define the profitability objectives, and then adapt your production facilities and roll-out the most appropriate technical solutions in order to achieve them. Analytics & data interpretation We install the digital tools required for: continuous collection of the generated data analysis and synthesis of the information collected at regular intervals interpretation of the results via secure remote connections at your facilities. Based on the findings, and in close collaboration with your maintenance teams, we organise the following: preventive and/or corrective maintenance programmes actions for improvement follow-up of these actions and the financial gains generated If required, we can perform all the operations needed to support your teams.

When constantly monitored and accurately analysed, this data can be used to anticipate unexpected breakdowns, to schedule preventive maintenance operations, and even to identify the weak points of production facilities and continuously improve their efficiency. No more inconvenient production shutdowns. No more preventive replacement of equipment that can operate effectively until the next maintenance campaign No more excessive and unjustifiable preventive maintenance costs.

Our core business involves providing you with the most advanced technological solutions in order to ensure your full control over your equipment and production processes reduce your operating costs optimise your production costs To this end, we make it our business to stay up-to-date and develop expertise in the latest proven technology available on the market that can be applied to your business. To achieve this, we maintain a constant desire to learn about new technology, attend international trade shows, continually train our employees and establish exclusive partnerships with major industrial developers. Our philosophy of sharing technological innovation is the foundation for ensuring your success.

This means no more complex computer programmes requiring the knowledge of experienced programmers. No more equipment that is extremely sensitive to high ambient temperatures, thus resulting in the variable quality of manufactured products. No more need for large-scale production operations to ensure that this equipment is cost-effective. The new programming tools available offer a user-friendly approach to robot configuration. Using a simple touch tablet, you can quickly and easily reprogramme your robot, which can be fully and economically operated even for small and medium-sized production runs, without the need to call on a programming expert.

We are committed to providing you with innovative solutions perfectly tailored to your operations and ensuring you have full control of your production processes at the best price. Our continuous acquisition of experience over the past 75 years is your guarantee of a reliable, and immediately-operational installation fully adapted to your organisation.