An overview of projects during the EPS program of 2011 at Avans University

1. European Project Semester
Avans University of Applied Science
's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands
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2. EPS Projects 2011:
Company/Organisation Project
VDL Enabling Technologies VDL ETG Eindhoven assembles a mechatronic system, the
Group wafer handler in move rates between 2 and 8 a week. The
VDL ETG Eindhoven operates in assembly process was designed eight years ago (also
the business of system based upon total productive maintenance, one piece flow
integration of mechatronics and (pre) lean techniques. The wafer handler system has
(sub) systems and modules for changed significantly (engineering changes) during these
OEMs in the high-tech capital years. The current assembly process does not meet the
equipment industry and in the requirements from market, customer and management
area of production team.
mechanisation. The assembly process should be optimized using all
relevant lean pillars. Objective is to reduce process-time
www.vdlgroep.com from 180 hours to 90-126 hours.
The group made an analysis of the assembly process and proposed a different work flow
and assembly lay-out, that could reduce lead-time according to objectives and reduce
waste.
Students: Ward de Laat (NL), Timon de Munck (B), Daniel Roggensack (D), Raquel Silvestre
Olmos (E)
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3. Company/Organisation Project
IHC Merwede, Dordrecht The assignment for the EPS project within IHC Merwede
IHC Merwede is focused on the includes the analysis of the supply chain of one of their
continuous development of Beaver Cutter Suction Dredgers. The analysis should
design and construction include an overview of the different companies in the
activities for the specialist supply chain, their view on sustainability and expectations
maritime sector. It is the global they have from their suppliers and clients. The analysis
market leader for efficient should lead to a proposal of sustainable purchase
dredging and mining vessels guidelines for IHC Beaver Dredgers.
and equipment, and a reliable
supplier of custom-built ships
and supplies for the offshore
construction.
www.ihcmerwede.com
The group made an analysis of the present CSR strategy of the company and compared its
procurement guidelines with that strategy and ISO 26000. Some suppliers were
interviewed and an advise was given on adapting the procurement guidelines.
Students: Rob Schouten (NL), Ibrahim Bichnak (D), Aki Saärenpaa (FIN), Maria Luisa Fustel
Fuentes (E)
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4. Company/Organisation Project
Heineken Process analysis of bottling line. Objectives: energy and
Heineken owns and manages one resources loss reduction. Part of overall Heineken
of the world’s leading portfolios program and commitment to reduce energy and loss
of beer brands and is one of the over period of 10 years.
world’s leading brewers in terms Final goal of this research project is to identify the
of sales volume and profitability. optimal process parameters for a packaging line with
Our principal international brand the lowest energy consumption, while maintaining
is Heineken®, but the Group similar product quality. The group will use the Energy
brews and sells more than 200 Reduction Route as TPM (Total Productive
international premium, regional, Maintenance) tool.
local and specialty beers and
ciders.
www.heinekeninternational.com
The group made an analysis of a bottling line and compared water and energy
consumption with other lines. Next they came up with suggestions and proposals to
reduce this consumption.
Students: Tom Jongens (NL), Elena Vian Martin (E), Antti Markanen (FIN), Robin Beguery (F)
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5. Company/Organisation Project
Bosch Rexroth, Eindhoven Make proto-type voice-coil actuator. Lorentz actuators, or
Bosch Rexroth is part of the voice-coil actuators require a different approach in drive
division Industrial Technology and control with regard to common rotation/iron core
of Robert Bosch GmbH. This actuators. Based on market research and practical
engineering firm is specialized approach/study in a setup of Nyce4000 with modified
in complete and state-of-the- drive and actuator (e.g. image stabilization in a lens,
art Drive & Control solutions on floating isolated table (on loudspeaker), high resolution
a turnkey basis. short stroke stage build upon a linear stage, etc.).
Bosch Rexroth website
The group investigated the market for voice coil actuators and the specific requirements
in terms of drivers, came up with a design for a driver setup and advised the company on
follow-up actions.
Students: Thomas Bauer (F), Koen Kanter (NL), Kalle Karhumaa (FIN), Marcin Duszczyk (PL)
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6. Company/Organisation Project
Community 's-Hertogenbosch, To contribute to the sustainability of the city of ’s-
"Paleiskwartier" Hertogenbosch, Avans University participates in the
project “Paleiskwartier Electric”. The project concerns
Project reference the joint operation of ten fully electrical cars to be used
by employees of the participants who are located in the
district Paleiskwartier. The goal is to develop a business
case for the use of electrical cars by companies.
The group reviewed the "Paleiskwartier Electric" program in terms of the cooperation
between the various involved companies, the booking process, the utilisation and the
economics and advised on improvements.
Students: Henning Blömken (D), Matthieu Boshart (F), Charmaine Karsseboom (NL), Lara
Monje Manceñido (E)
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7. Company/Organisation Project
Ensartech, St. Oedenrode The project comprises an inventory of the available
Ensartech has the core renewable technologies currently available, to be
competence of mastering high implemented in the mentioned product markets. For each
temperature processes in technology the relevant technical and economical
which highly polluted waste parameters will be derived to support the decision
streams are converted in making process in selecting the projects to be funded.
various types of energy and Ideally this results in a handsome tool.
simultaneous mastering clean
slag production.
Ensartech website
The group did research on business opportunities in Germany, the Netherlands, France
and Belgium based on Ensartech's technology and top industrial players within the
chemical field and came up with specific location propositions for future plants.
Students: Frederic Kouessi (F), Rebeca Martinez Revuelta (E), Joey van der Veeken (NL), Max
Mesenholl (D)
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