SAS Global Corporation provides comprehensive industrial engineering services for custom equipment design, performance improvements, and industrial component manufacturing.

Available engineering capabilities include:

• Mechanical engineering and design
• Reverse engineering
• 3D laser scanning and measurement
• On-site field measurements
• 3D CAD modeling and drafting
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis
• Physical model testing
• Equipment inspection services
• Custom component development
• Installation supervision

SAS Global combines these capabilities with in-house manufacturing, premium wear-resistant materials, and fabrication services to provide engineered solutions for demanding industrial applications.

SAS Global provides engineering services for industries requiring specialized equipment, custom components, and improvements to industrial processing systems.

Industries served include:

• Coal-fired power generation
• Mining and mineral processing
• Cement manufacturing
• Steel production
• Aggregate processing
• Asphalt manufacturing
• Metal recycling
• Pulp and paper
• Foundry operations
• Dredging
• Sugar cane processing
• Other heavy industrial applications

Engineering services may involve equipment modernization, material handling improvements, wear-resistant component design, equipment inspections, or reverse engineering of existing machinery.

Industrial mechanical engineering involves designing, analyzing, and improving machinery, components, and systems used in manufacturing and processing operations.

Engineers evaluate equipment geometry, material characteristics, mechanical loading, operating conditions, and performance requirements to develop appropriate solutions.

Potential benefits include:

• Improved equipment reliability
• Better material flow
• Reduced component wear
• Increased operating efficiency
• Improved equipment functionality
• Simplified maintenance
• Extended equipment service life

SAS Global provides custom industrial engineering services that integrate equipment design, materials engineering, 3D modeling, and manufacturing expertise.

Yes. SAS Global designs custom industrial equipment components and replacement assemblies to meet specific customer requirements.

Engineering projects may include:

• Custom wear-resistant liners
• Material handling chutes and hoppers
• Industrial piping components
• Pulverizer modernization components
• Equipment housings
• Custom mechanical assemblies
• Processing equipment upgrades
• Replacement parts for existing machinery

Components can be developed using customer drawings, field measurements, 3D scanning, operating data, and engineering analysis.

SAS Global's engineering and fabrication teams work together to develop manufacturable solutions for demanding industrial applications.

An engineering company with in-house manufacturing can coordinate design, material selection, fabrication, and quality control within one organization.

Potential advantages include:

• Improved communication between engineers and fabricators
• Reduced design-to-manufacturing delays
• Better control of material specifications
• Fewer outside manufacturing vendors
• Faster resolution of fabrication challenges
• Improved component fit
• Consistent quality control
• Simplified project coordination

SAS Global integrates engineering services with custom metal fabrication, machining, welding, hardfacing, and proprietary wear-resistant material manufacturing.

This integrated approach helps customers move from initial concept through manufacturing and installation support.

Reverse engineering is the process of analyzing an existing component or equipment assembly to develop the measurements, drawings, models, and specifications needed to understand or reproduce its design.

The process may involve:

• 3D laser scanning
• Physical measurements
• Material evaluation
• CAD modeling
• Dimensional verification
• Engineering analysis
• Manufacturing drawing development

Reverse engineering is particularly valuable when original equipment drawings are unavailable, components are obsolete, or existing machinery requires modification.

SAS Global provides industrial reverse engineering services supported by advanced measurement technology and in-house fabrication capabilities.

Yes. SAS Global can evaluate obsolete or discontinued industrial components for reverse engineering and custom manufacturing.

This service can be useful when:

• Original OEM replacement parts are unavailable
• Equipment manufacturers have discontinued support
• Existing drawings are missing
• Replacement parts have extended lead times
• Components require dimensional modifications
• Improved wear-resistant materials are desired

SAS Global can use existing components, field measurements, 3D scans, and engineering analysis to develop replacement part designs.

Manufacturing feasibility depends on component complexity, material requirements, available information, and applicable intellectual property rights.

Yes. Many industrial systems can be modernized by redesigning or replacing selected components rather than replacing complete equipment assemblies.

Potential improvements include:

• Improved material handling geometry
• Upgraded wear-resistant liners
• Replacement internal components
• Redesigned airflow systems
• Improved classifier components
• Modified discharge systems
• Custom replacement assemblies

SAS Global specializes in engineering improvements for existing industrial equipment, including coal pulverizers, material handling systems, processing machinery, and wear-resistant components.

Targeted upgrades can help extend equipment life and improve performance while reducing unnecessary capital expenditures.

Reverse engineering can help reduce equipment downtime by providing a path to manufacture replacement components when original parts are unavailable or difficult to obtain.

Potential benefits include:

• Reduced dependence on obsolete OEM parts
• Improved replacement component availability
• Opportunities to upgrade wear-resistant materials
• Better dimensional compatibility
• Restoration of damaged equipment components
• Reduced need for complete equipment replacement
• Improved maintenance planning

SAS Global combines reverse engineering, 3D scanning, CAD modeling, and custom fabrication to support equipment repair and modernization projects.

Actual lead times and savings depend on component complexity and manufacturing requirements.

Yes. Reverse engineering can support component redesign by providing accurate information about existing equipment geometry and operating conditions.

Once an existing component is documented, engineers can evaluate opportunities to improve:

• Material selection
• Wear resistance
• Component geometry
• Equipment clearances
• Material flow
• Maintenance accessibility
• Manufacturing efficiency
• Installation requirements

SAS Global uses reverse engineering and advanced design tools to develop custom solutions for equipment experiencing premature wear or performance limitations.

Industrial 3D laser scanning is a measurement technology used to capture the physical dimensions and geometry of equipment, components, and industrial structures.

A laser scanner collects large numbers of spatial measurements to create a three-dimensional digital representation known as a point cloud.

Engineers can use this data to develop CAD models, verify equipment dimensions, and design replacement components.

SAS Global provides 3D laser scanning services for industrial equipment, wear-resistant liners, material handling systems, and custom fabrication projects.

12. What are the benefits of 3D laser scanning compared with traditional field measurements?

3D laser scanning can provide significant advantages over traditional manual measurement methods, particularly for complex equipment and large industrial assemblies.

Potential benefits include:

• Faster collection of dimensional data
• Detailed three-dimensional equipment measurements
• Reduced manual measurement requirements
• Improved documentation of complex geometry
• More accurate custom component fit
• Reduced field modifications
• Improved fabrication planning
• Better integration with CAD modeling

SAS Global combines 3D scanning and CAD engineering to develop custom components designed around actual equipment conditions.

SAS Global uses advanced 3D laser scanning equipment to capture detailed measurements of industrial components and systems.

Achievable measurement tolerances can be less than 1/32 inch for smaller components and approximately 1/32 to 1/16 inch for larger system scans under suitable conditions.

Actual measurement accuracy depends on:

• Scanner type
• Equipment size
• Scanning distance
• Surface condition
• Environmental conditions
• Measurement procedures
• Data processing methods

Project-specific accuracy requirements should be established before scanning begins.

Yes. 3D laser scanning is particularly useful for designing replacement liners that must fit existing industrial equipment.

Common applications include:

• Mining truck bed liners
• Shovel bucket liners
• Dozer blade liners
• Transfer chute liners
• Hopper liners
• Industrial equipment housings
• Complex processing components

The scanning process captures equipment geometry, allowing engineers to develop CAD models and custom liner configurations.

SAS Global combines laser measurement technology with premium SureAlloy® Carbide Overlay Plate and Vanguard® Alloy Wear Plate to manufacture wear-resistant components designed for specific equipment.

Yes. SAS Global provides field measurement and 3D laser scanning services for industrial equipment and components.

On-site measurements can help engineers document existing equipment configurations when components are too large, complex, or difficult to remove for traditional measurement.

Potential applications include:

• Coal pulverizers
• Mining equipment
• Chutes and hoppers
• Industrial piping
• Large processing equipment
• Equipment modernization projects
• Replacement liner systems

SAS Global uses collected measurement data to support engineering design, reverse engineering, fabrication planning, and installation requirements.

Three-dimensional Computer-Aided Design (3D CAD) modeling uses specialized software to create digital representations of mechanical components and assemblies.

Engineers use CAD models to evaluate geometry, component fit, equipment clearances, and manufacturing requirements.

Common applications include:

• Custom equipment design
• Replacement component development
• Fabrication drawings
• Mechanical assembly design
• Reverse engineering
• Equipment modernization
• Wear-resistant liner design
• Interference and clearance evaluations

SAS Global uses advanced 3D CAD modeling tools to develop precision-engineered solutions for industrial applications.

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) is an engineering analysis method that uses computer simulations to study fluid flow, pressure distribution, velocity, and related system behavior.

Depending on the simulation approach, CFD can help engineers evaluate:

• Airflow patterns
• Gas velocity
• Pressure losses
• Flow distribution
• Recirculation zones
• Particle transport behavior
• Equipment geometry
• Potential flow-related performance problems

SAS Global uses CFD modeling to evaluate industrial systems and develop engineered equipment modifications.

CFD results are interpreted alongside operating data, engineering assumptions, and physical testing where appropriate.

SAS Global offers engineering inspection services to evaluate industrial equipment condition, dimensions, and potential performance concerns.

Depending on the project, inspections may involve:

• Visual equipment assessments
• Dimensional measurements
• Wear pattern evaluations
• Component condition inspections
• Equipment geometry verification
• Field measurements
• Existing component documentation
• Recommendations for repair or modernization

Inspection findings can help customers identify maintenance requirements and determine whether components should be repaired, replaced, or upgraded.

The scope and methods of inspection are established according to equipment and project requirements.

Yes. SAS Global combines materials engineering with industrial equipment design to help customers select appropriate wear-resistant materials.

Important considerations include:

• Abrasion severity
• Impact loading
• Particle characteristics
• Operating temperature
• Chemical exposure
• Equipment geometry
• Existing material performance
• Required service life

SAS Global offers premium materials including SureAlloy® SA1750CR, SA2000, SA6000, Vanguard® Alloy Wear Plate, SA400, and SA550NM Manganese Steel.

Material recommendations are based on application requirements and the dominant wear mechanism.

Yes. SAS Global offers installation supervision and engineering support for industrial equipment and custom-engineered components.

Depending on project requirements, installation support may include:

• Reviewing equipment drawings
• Verifying component dimensions
• Evaluating installation requirements
• Assisting with fit-up questions
• Providing engineering clarification
• Supporting field modifications
• Reviewing installed component configuration

SAS Global also offers separate field installation services for applicable industrial equipment projects.

Installation support can help customers address dimensional and technical issues encountered during equipment upgrades or component replacement.

Yes. SAS Global provides engineering support for industrial modernization and maintenance projects.

Potential services include:

• Equipment inspections
• Field measurements
• Reverse engineering
• Replacement component design
• CAD modeling
• Component modernization
• Fabrication coordination
• Installation supervision
• Technical evaluation

SAS Global's engineering team can work with maintenance personnel and plant engineers to develop solutions that accommodate existing equipment and planned outage requirements.

Actual project scope, scheduling, and installation responsibilities are established according to customer needs.

Yes. SAS Global combines engineering, materials development, fabrication, and installation support capabilities.

A typical custom engineering project may include:

• Review of customer requirements
• Equipment inspection or field measurement
• Engineering analysis
• CAD modeling and design
• Material selection
• Customer design review
• Component fabrication
• Quality inspection
• Delivery and installation support

SAS Global operates major manufacturing facilities in Warren, Michigan, and Longview, Texas, supporting custom industrial components and large fabricated assemblies.

This integrated approach allows engineering and manufacturing personnel to coordinate throughout the project.

SAS Global maintains an engineering and research program focused on developing new materials, equipment improvements, and industrial wear protection technologies.

The company reports developing more than 50 patented products and technologies.

Its research and development activities include:

• New wear-resistant materials
• Equipment modernization
• Flow improvement technologies
• Industrial component design
• Performance evaluation
• Custom engineering solutions
• Material and equipment optimization

SAS Global's proprietary technologies include SureAlloy® wear-resistant materials and patented equipment modernization products designed for demanding industrial environments.

Yes. SAS Global can evaluate opportunities to improve existing component designs and materials when original equipment parts experience premature wear or performance limitations.

Potential improvements include:

• Premium wear-resistant material selection
• Redesigned component geometry
• Improved flow characteristics
• Reinforced high-wear areas
• Custom liner configurations
• Simplified installation
• Improved maintenance accessibility

SAS Global combines reverse engineering, CAD modeling, application-specific analysis, and in-house fabrication to develop replacement components.

Performance improvements depend on the original design, operating conditions, and engineering modifications.

Customers requesting engineering services should provide as much information as possible about the equipment and project requirements.

Helpful information includes:

• Equipment manufacturer and model
• Existing drawings or CAD files
• Photographs of equipment
• Component dimensions
• Operating conditions
• Material specifications
• Current performance problems
• Existing wear patterns
• Required improvements
• Project schedule
• Installation location
• Inspection or certification requirements

If original drawings are unavailable, SAS Global may be able to obtain the necessary information through field measurements and 3D laser scanning.

SAS Global Corporation provides comprehensive industrial engineering services for customers requiring custom equipment design, performance improvements, and specialized replacement components.

Available engineering services include:

• Mechanical engineering
• Reverse engineering
• 3D laser scanning
• Field measurements
• 3D CAD modeling
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis
• Physical model testing
• Equipment inspections
• Custom component design
• Installation supervision
• Engineering support for fabrication
• Industrial equipment modernization

SAS Global combines engineering expertise with proprietary wear-resistant materials, custom metal fabrication, machining, welding, and field service capabilities.

With headquarters in Warren, Michigan, and an additional manufacturing facility in Longview, Texas, SAS Global supports industrial engineering projects throughout the United States and internationally.

Contact SAS Global Corporation

Phone: 248-414-4470

Email: info@sasglobalcorp.com

Website: www.sasglobalcorp.com

Engineered Solutions. Precision Manufacturing. Improved Equipment Performance.

Contact SAS Global Corporation to discuss industrial engineering, reverse engineering, 3D laser scanning, CFD modeling, or custom component development for your application.