According to Mustad Autoline\u2019s technical manager Lasse Rindahl, electrical systems don\u2019t have the oil leaks problems that can often affect hydraulic systems, they are environmental friendly and machinery in a more energy-efficient way.<\/p>\n
\u201cIn addition, using electricity provides increased control capabilities, improved monitoring capabilities, more data for decision support and detecting errors,\u2018 Lasse Rindahl said.<\/p>\n
The company, where around one employee in five holds a higher degree in technical engineering, is devoting considerable internal resources on research and development each year. Mustad Autoline has been granted a commitment of NoK10.90 million from the Research Council of Norway towards the development of the electric Autoline equipment project in particular.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis is a solid contribution to realise the project and extends the possibility of using external test facilities as well as expertise to find the best possible solutions,\u201d Lasse Rindahl said.<\/p>\n
Mustad Autoline manufactures its systems at their premises in Gj\u00f8vik in Norway, working on its principle of keeping production close to R&D and sales.<\/p>\n
\u2018Keeping production in Norway ensures a highly skilled workforce and facilitates close communication as well as mutual understanding to secure quality in each step. During a R&D process it\u2019s important with collaboration to come up with the best solution and avoid misunderstandings when producing prototypes and product improvements,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Not far from the production facilities at Gj\u00f8vik, Mustad Autoline has access to the NCE cluster, a National Competence Centre with 17 company partners that count about 5000 staff, and the joint R&D company SINTEF, a technology and development hub for the industry. SINTEF is heavily involved with the new Mustad Autoline project.<\/p>\n
Mustad Autoline ploughs more than 15% of its turnover back into R&D every year.<\/p>\n
\u201cIn addition to heavy industry partners we always work closely with customers and end users to find the optimal solutions. This is why we are defining the future of longlining,\u201d Lasse Rindahl said.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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