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News Release from: Serapid | Subject: Quick die (press tool) change carts
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 10 November 2006
Power press dies changed in 5-10 min
An automated quick die change system fitted to automotive supplier's power presses allows it to complete its die change process in five to ten minutes.
Serapid, a Michigan, USA-based manufacturing company was recently given the opportunity to custom-engineer quick die (press tool) change carts for a leading automotive supplier The automotive supplier is increasing the size of one of their plants by adding several new presses
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 28 Jul 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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Japanese automotive supplier, in expanding its power press plant, is implementing a quick-change die system to maximize efficiency speed production.
The company realized it would need to include a system to maximize the efficiency of the new presses and maintain high production and quality.
Their solution was to incorporate a quick die change system.
They turned to Serapid, the leader in Quick Die Change.
Serapid provided the automotive supplier with a fully automated system for each press, which will allow them to complete their die change process in five to ten minutes.
Before the new system was installed, die changes took up to 20 min to complete.
The new die carts feature a Serapid Rigid Chain Push-Pull Unite, and are capable of handling dies weighing up to 20 tons.
Each Serapid quick Die Change system is designed according to the specifications and needs of the customer.
Serapid provides die-moving and positioning equipment, from press-mounted loading systems to rail guided die carriers.
Die positioning is done using a patented rigid-chain actuator, a technology they have implemented and refined for over 30 years.
Serapid provides their customers with state-of-the-art engineering capabilities, quick delivery, flawless installation, and excellent service.
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