AHP Merkle’s energy-efficient electrohydraulic linear actuators for pressing, joining, forming, clinching, and punching applications
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Our latest generation of presses transforms the hydraulic press into a CNC-powered solution that excels in accuracy, dynamics, and energy efficiency.
A prime example is our current project featuring AHP Merkle’s energy-efficient electrohydraulic linear drives. This innovation not only offers unparalleled opportunities for our clients but also presents a game-changing chance for you to advance your production processes with minimal ecological impact.
Previously, our customer’s presses were powered by an energy-optimized hydraulic power unit. This system used a 75-kW motor and one of the most modern axial hydraulic pumps to generate the necessary hydraulic energy. With the new electrohydraulic drives, power consumption has been reduced by 80%, while also creating a quieter work environment, operating below 60 dB(A).
This eliminates the need for complex noise protection measures and, best of all, removes the need for hydraulic piping. Our customer now saves an entire technical room that would’ve otherwise been used for the hydraulic power unit.
The precision, dynamic control, and high reproducibility of the system are impressive.
In this case, four drives, each with a pressing force of 250 kN and a maximum speed of 150 mm/sec, operate in parallel, independently, and precisely controlled.
To top it off, the system includes a production data acquisition tool that tracks every step of the process in minute detail.
CyTec Systems UK: Official sales partner for AHP Merkle products in the UK and Ireland.
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