For optimum lifting and lowering of the blank gripper table: The industrial gas pull type spring of type GZ-28-600-DD-1200N were set to the final value of 800 N each by the designers in test operation via the valve easily accessible on the outside of the carcass
Copyright: Nordgreif GmbH, 22869 Schenefeld / Hamburg, Germany
Intralogistics, Mech. Engineering & Automation, Material Handling
Blank gripper perfectly relieved by industrial gas pull type springs, valve technology and on-site service
Nordgreif GmbH ordered industrial pull type gas springs for a new generation of grippers designed to transport sheet metal blanks weighing several tonnes. In test operation, the tensile forces required for the design proved to be oversized due to deflection pulleys and varying weight ratios when lowering and lifting the loads weighing up to 8 tonnes. Thanks to the valve technology of our gas traction and gas compression springs as well as the know-how of our sales engineer on site, a remedy was successfully found.
Damping Pads - SLAB 030 to SLAB 300
Load protection for transport units in tyre testing systems
The damping pads SLAB 030 to SLAB 300 were developed to absorb shock loads. In this case, they make tyre testing systems safer by providing optimum protection for the sliding parts of the machine during quality tests. The individual customisation of the ring shape of the centre arm and simple integration into the equipment also support the decision for applying these innovative absorber elements.
Industrial Shock Absorbers - MC33 to MC64
Braking systems for gripper carriages
In this design, driven by rodless pneumatic cylinders, two gripper carriages move independently of each other at speeds of 2 to 2.5 m/s. ACE industrial shock absorbers from the product family MC33 to MC64 are used as brake systems, which have to stop a mass of 25 kg up to 540 times per hour in a material-friendly manner. The MC3350 model was used in this case, which allows the sliding stop slides to be adjusted very easily and precisely in the end position. Compared to brakes that work differently, the ACE shock absorbers enable higher travel speeds and shorter cycle sequences. This optimization of the unit in terms of machine loading results in a significant increase in productivity.
Miniature Shock Absorbers - SC190 to SC925
Damping system for pick and place machines
ACE miniature shock absorbers optimize production with minimum expenditure. The cycle rate for an assembly line producing electronic components was increased to 3,600 units/hr. The ACE SC190 miniature shock absorbers decelerate the rapid transfer movements on the production line and using soft damping methods optimize the pick up and set down of components. This soft deceleration technique has increased production and reduced maintenance on the portal and rotary actuator modules. The optional side load adaptor protects the shock absorber from high side load forces and increases the operating lifetime. It was possible to reduce maintenance costs by 50% and operating costs by 20%, diminishing energy consumption.
Damping Pads - SLAB 030 to SLAB 300
Noise and impact reduction for cable trailing systems in the manufacturing industry
The customizable ACE damping pads SLAB 030 to SLAB 300 protect man and machine. At the beginning of the construction phase of a modern processing centre at the end position, a 25 kg cable channel collided with force against the housing and produced a deafening noise and mechanical strain on the energy chain. In the industrial milling machine, the SLAB damping plates provide a reliable solution for maintaining the operating parameters.
Damping Pads - SLAB 030 to SLAB 300
Impact protection for luggage transport systems
Airports endeavour to shorten air passengers’ waiting times as much as possible. This aim is met with a solution especially developed for luggage transport systems and has solved previous damping issue. A combination of SLAB damping pads and TUBUS TA profile dampers from ACE is used. Transport carriers with a weight of up to 120 kg can now be moved at the desired conveyor belt speeds.
Miniature Shock Absorbers - MC5 to MC75
Brake components for pneumatic linear modules
Pneumatic linear modules in miniature slide systems ensure high speeds with constant repeat accuracy. In this design, pneumatic end-of-travel damping was deliberately omitted and shock absorbers from ACE were used. This is because the compact MC5 to MC75 miniature shock absorbers decelerate the movements more safely and quickly when the end position is reached. They always absorb the mass gently and decelerate evenly over the entire stroke. Further advantages: significantly simpler construction, smaller pneumatic valves, smaller maintenance units and lower compressed air consumption.
Damping Pads - SLAB 030 to SLAB 300
Impact damping for heavy industrial wood saws
In this application, SLAB damping mats SL-030 with a thickness of 12 mm were screwed between two steel sheets over the entire surface in order to protect wooden strips with different weights and impact speeds of approx. 2 m/s. This creates an even damping effect over the whole impact area, which protects the impact surfaces of the battens from an excessive impact load. The minimisation of recoil as well as reduction of noise are further positive side effects of this construction.