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165 Ton Gib-Guided Trimming Press for automotive with pre-preventive maintenance and quick die change
Tonnage165
ApplicationTrimming
IndustryAutomotive
Frame StyleGib-Guided
Special Features• Quick Die Change System
• Pre-Preventive Maintenance System
• Vibration Dampening Pads
Intended UseUsed to trim automotive headliners

Custom Features:

  • Equipped with Beckwood’s Pre-Preventive Maintenance system to eliminate unplanned downtime
  • 8 point square gib-guidance system minimizes lateral movement under load
  • Hydraulic circuit and valving provided for use with customer’s (4) in-die actuators
  • Quick die change system with stationary steel shuttle and hydraulic die rollers in the bed
  • Calculated Ram Speeds: Fast approach 92-307 IPM; Pressing 20-69 IPM; Return 70-246 IPM
  • (2) sets of 63”-long mirrored light curtains guard the front, rear, and side openings of the press
  • (4) die safety blocks provide redundant ram retention during maintenance work
  • Vibration dampening pads provided to absorb mechanical energy for overall system protection

Common Features on Beckwood Presses:

  • Heavy duty box beam design for superior rigidity and modular tie rod assembly utilizing pre-tensioning nuts for optimum performance
  • Fully adjustable Parker cylinders with full rated tonnage throughout the stroke
  • PressLink Remote Support module for complementary diagnostics & troubleshooting
  • Dual linear and pressure transducers in the main ram cylinders for optimal reliability and redundancy
  • Allen Bradley or Siemens PLC, programmable control system with touch screen HMI and Recipe Functionality
  • Structure designed for Infinite Life in accordance with rigorous simulation analysis through FEA (Finite Element Analysis) design testing
  • Backed by Beckwood’s industry leading dedicated service and support team

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