Closing and opening of the 200-kg top tool which is used for inserting the rear window in convertible roofs is easily manageable by hand thanks to the deployment of ACE tandem gas springs
Mech. Engineering & Automation
assembly stations, folding elements, loading and lifting equipment, hoods, machine housing
Special ACE tandem gas springs enable the precise assembly of convertible roofs in automotive production
Industrial gas springs add support to the muscular strength of the user when opening doors, hoods and covers. Standard models however, which are used for example on vehicle hoods and tailgates, are limited by the functional principle on which they are based. ACE provides its industrial tandem gas springs GST (push type) for large and above all heavy elements, which need to be moved and joined together, as they do in this case, in the production of convertible roofs. Success in this case is achieved by synchronising an initial angle of 350° with an opening angle of 80° and a mass of 200 kg, which is accomplished at a handle radius of 850 mm!
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.
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.
Profile Dampers - TUBUS TA
Safety damping for the loading mechanics of feeding systems
Preventing expensive damage after software errors or power outages is the task of two TUBUS TA17-7 profile dampers. Installed in various linear axes, handling and feed systems, they ensure that there are no uncontrolled impacts of the masses in the end positions. Designed as a cost-effective alternative to the hydraulic end position damping length if pinpoint stopping is not a priority, profile dampers demonstrate their strength: High force absorption in a compact design. Thanks to the co-polyester elastomer material, they also outstrip the service life of competing solutions many times over.