Roemheld releases carrying consoles for rapid press die exchange

Roemheld has unveiled a variety of carrying consoles for those who have to perform the rapid exchange of heavy press dies. The series comprises supported versions (driven and un-driven) for carrying capacities of up to 25 tonne, suspended and swivelling variants for narrow spaces, as well as an change station (that can be automated) for dies with a total weight of up to 32 tonne. This station positions the new die on to the press bench in a linear movement, whereby the previous die is pushed out at the same time. The quick-change process and comfortable handling contribute to set-up time reductions.

Roemheld can also offer customer-specific versions, for very high loads, for example, with individual supporting lengths or as displaceable variants. The Roemheld Group provides roller and ball bars matching the carrying consoles, which can be used to roll the dies on to the press bench. A number of transport carriages for medium-to-heavy loads supplement the die-change technology range.

Mountable carrying consoles are suspended in pairs on separately fixed receiving hooks on the press change side. This arrangement allows for rapid dismantling and use on other machines. The consoles are equally suitable for initial fitting and upgrading.

Dies slide into the press via high-strength, hardened needle ball bearings, with drive support if required. An impact-resistant coating contributes to the ruggedness of the consoles. Carrying capacities of up to 250 kN are covered by the standard product portfolio, while supporting lengths from 500 to 3,500 mm are possible.

If there is only little space available in front of the press and frequent dismantling is not desired, swivelling models may be used. In contrast to other types, swivelling consoles are permanently fixed on the press bench and can be folded to the bench edge if required. The maximum carrying capacity is 60 kN.

For weights of up to 25 tonne or large die widths, supporting legs provide for additional console stability. Legs can be adjusted in height by ±60 mm to compensate for uneven floors. Positioning is facilitated by an additional electrical drive unit. A cost-efficient option is the combination of crank handle and transmission gear, which can be used for die weights of up to 6 tonne.