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Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance<\/h1>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Next course dates<\/strong>:
\n08.06. – 12.06.2026 (EN)[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row gap=”30″][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Aim of course<\/h3>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Maintenance, repair, and technical service are critical because they affect the lifespan of milling machines and help ensure continuous operation at the desired performance levels. This course covers the mechanical maintenance of machines and components commonly found in a typical feed mill. Participants will learn the fundamental principles for maintaining key equipment and processes. In addition, they will become familiar with maintenance software used in grain processing plants.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Topics Mechanical<\/h3>\n

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  • Grinding: wear and tear in hammer and roller mills; feeder maintenance, element replacement (screen, hammers, rollers), lubrication<\/li>\n
  • Mixing: spray system maintenance, replacement of worn parts, lubrication, weighing and dosing units, micro-dosing sytem and
    \nload cells<\/li>\n
  • Pelleting: motor alignment, shear pin removal and replacement, lubrication, roll gap adjustment, die and roller changeover, conditioner and retentioner maintenance, cooler maintenance<\/li>\n
  • Mechanical conveying: screw and trough chain conveyers, bucket elevators<\/li>\n
  • Miscellaneous: magnets, sieves\/ screens, valves and flaps, filters, separators<\/li>\n
  • In all sections: troubleshooting and hands-on practice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    Topics Electrical<\/h3>\n

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    • Lockout\/Tagout (LOTO) and electrical safety<\/li>\n
    • Overview of sensors and actuators in feed milling (technology, function, handling)<\/li>\n
    • Scales and dosing units<\/li>\n
    • Automation and plant control systems<\/li>\n
    • Plant control documentation in automation (e.g. wiring diagram)<\/li>\n
    • Practical troubleshooting<\/li>\n
    • Maintenance organization and spare part management<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      Language<\/strong>
      \nEnglish<\/p>\n

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      Participants<\/strong>
      \n8 – 12 persons<\/p>\n

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      Audience
      \n<\/strong>Service and maintenance staff, Production personell<\/p>\n

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      Duration<\/strong>
      \nMechanical 3 days
      \nElectrical 2 days<\/p>\n

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      Costs<\/strong>
      \nCHF 2’240
      \n(excl. VAT)<\/p>\n

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      Venue<\/strong>
      \nTraining Center
      \nUzwil, Switzerland<\/p>\n

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      Booking and cancellation conditions<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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      Hotel \/ Accomodation<\/h3>\n

      [\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]On request, we are pleased to book a ** or *** hotel.
      \n(please fill in the corresponding field on the application form)[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

      Course fee<\/h3>\n

      [\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]CHF 2’240 (excl. VAT)<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Included are course documentation, lunches, coffee, water, or tea during breaks, one social evening with dinner. Not included is hotel accommodation, travelling costs, transportation from airport to hotel etc.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

      Application deadline \/ Terms of payment<\/h3>\n

      [\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Registration must be completed no later than four weeks before the course starts and becomes final upon receipt of payment. If the minimum number of participants is not reached, the course will likewise be canceled by that time at the latest.<\/p>\n

      Cancellation fees (in % of course fee)
      \n<\/strong>within 4-6 weeks prior to the beginning: 10%
      \nwithin 2-4 weeks prior to the beginning: 25%
      \nwithin 2 weeks prior to the beginning: 50%[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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