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Space sector experience
There are few more demanding and challenging sectors than space. For more than 25 years we have been the leading UK supplier of transit and storage containers for both flight hardware and ground support equipment to the global space sector. With deadlines to meet and the most valuable of cargo to protect, many of the world’s leading space companies put their trust in us to design, develop and supply all their container requirements.
An established UK partner. The UK is a major supplier and integrator of space hardware and mechanical ground support equipment, and Barum & Dewar is long established as a key partner to clients in this market.
Growing internationally. Over the past decade we have grown into Europe and beyond, to the US and Canada.
Proven in the field. Our in-house designed protective cases and containers have been shipped to launch sites all over the world, with many undertaking numerous repeat missions before being reconfigured for fresh challenges.
A full range. From satellites to propulsion systems, structural qualification models and hand carry cases to 4.5m high containers, 5kg to 1000kg payloads, we have the capability to deliver.
Attention to detail:
“Working in this sector brings an exactness and attention to detail that we apply in all our projects, whether in this sector or other areas that we operate in. Knowing that we operate in the Space sector brings confidence to new and existing clients. We appreciate the importance of design and durability needed and this has enabled us to innovate, explore new technologies and ultimately bring high quality technical products to this industry for over 25 years.”
– The Barum & Dewar team
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Case study: Eutelsat Quantum
Client: Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL)
The project
Long-time client of Barum & Dewar, Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL), required a container for their Quantum project. Protecting the fragile contents of a precision-engineered composite central thrust tube standing at 2.5 metres tall during transportation was essential. A full shock and vibration analysis was therefore undertaken by our expert team.
Following a detailed review, Barum & Dewar’s DELTA® style of container was identified as the ideal solution for SSTL. Having proven to be a success on an earlier project for ARTES, wire mounts were chosen and mounted to a mild steel base structure to ensure the flight hardware would be fully protected against any shocks and vibration encountered during road transportation and handling.
In order to secure the hardware to the structural container base, an interface plate was used which enabled mounting points on the thrust tube to be affixed to a CNC machined aluminium plate. This was integrated to the base via the carefully selected wire mounts, resulting in a bespoke engineered base structure onto which the thrust tube could be secured.
A number of features were incorporated into the lid to assist with guidance during removal and fitting of the lid onto the base:
- Sling hooks
- Tie down points
- Recessed handles
To complete the container, a full labelling package was applied.
Client testimonial
“The bespoke containers we use to ship our satellites and spacecraft around the world are vital to ensure that our multi-million pound spacecraft arrive in perfect condition. Barum & Dewar are regarded as a trusted partner and SSTL have used B&D to supply bespoke containers for many years and are very pleased with the product and the level of service we receive from the company.”
– Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL)
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Case study: Cleaning up the cosmos with Astroscale
Client: Astroscale
The project
Barum & Dewar is supporting Astroscale’s ELSA-M mission with a purpose-designed transit and storage container.
Astroscale is the first private company with a vision to secure the safe and sustainable development of space for the benefit of future generations, and the leading company dedicated to in-orbit servicing across all orbits. Astroscale is developing innovative and scalable solutions across the spectrum of in-orbit servicing to create sustainable space systems and mitigate the growing and hazardous build-up of debris in space.
The ELSA-M mission is part of the European Space Agency’s Sunrise Programme and is a partnership with the UK Space Agency and commercial satellite operator OneWeb. The mission is designed to develop a servicer spacecraft that will be capable of capturing and de-orbiting multiple satellites in a single full-service commercial mission.
Astroscale reached out to Barum & Dewar to design, develop, manufacture, test and deliver a suitable transit and storage container for the ELSA-M servicer.The container is required to safely transport the ELSA-M spacecraft both domestically and internationally, providing a secure, clean and dry environment. It also needs to protect the payload from shock, vibration and ground handling movements whilst providing safe working load practices.
Client testimonial
“Having successfully utilised Barum & Dewar’s transport solutions in the past, they were my first choice for Astroscale UK’s ELSA-M.”
– Simon Prasad, AIV Group Manager, Astroscale
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A global partner
Barum & Dewar has solutions in operation globally. With diverse sector expertise, including Defence, Space, Aerospace and Offshore, our highly experienced and trusted team have an expert know-how of packaging requirements and challenges, no matter the environment. Our knowledge combined with a dedicated client service ethos ensures we approach any customer challenge with progressive thinking to deliver product confidence.