University of South Carolina Supplier systems #260206-01

USC Solicits Battery Electrode Calendaring & Slitting System with Siemens and Festo/SMC/Aventics Components

The University of South Carolina is seeking proposals for a one-time purchase of a battery electrode calendaring and slitting system for its Molinari College of Engineering and Computing in Columbia, SC. - Government Buyer: - University of South Carolina, USC Purchasing Department - Contact: Donald Stewart - OEMs and Component Brands Specified: - Siemens (SIMATIC S7-1500 series controllers, WinCC Unified HMI, Scalance switches) - Festo, SMC, Aventics (pneumatic components) - Products/Services Requested: - Battery electrode calendaring and slitting system - Processes both anode and cathode materials - Includes unwind, calendar, slitting, rewind, and control cabinet components - Must fit within 6.5m x 2.52m x 2.6m installation area - Compatible with ISO 8 clean room conditions - Handles copper and aluminum foils (6-30 microns thick, up to 380mm wide) - Max coating thickness: 450 microns - Max process speed: 50 m/min (continuous), 3 m/min (intermittent) - Heating up to 150°C, integrated slitting with cutting cassette - Web tension control, splice table, coil handling interface - Noise level below 85 dB(A) - Advanced measurement, safety, and digital integration (OPC UA interface) - Installation, commissioning, and training - Includes site acceptance test (SAT), risk assessment, documentation, and training in English - Supplier responsible for installation equipment and machine cleaning before transport - Unique/Notable Requirements: - System must use Siemens controllers and specified pneumatic brands (Festo, SMC, Aventics) - Must comply with all US and South Carolina safety regulations - Must provide CAD models, detailed documentation, and support for digital integration - Installation in clean and dry rooms without overhead crane - Delivery and installation at the University of South Carolina, Molinari College of Engineering and Computing

Description

The University of South Carolina (USC) is seeking proposals from qualified firms for a one-time purchase of a calendaring-slitting system to create electrodes for battery manufacturing. The procurement involves acquiring a system capable of calendering and slitting battery electrode materials with specific technical and operational requirements. The solicitation is a Request for Proposals and includes detailed specifications and mandatory compliance with safety and operational standards. The event is a sealed solicitation with no allowance for multiple offers and includes a non-mandatory pre-proposal conference held virtually.

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