Metal forming

Retrofit of electrical components and CMS of a press system as part of a predictive maintenance approach  

End-to-end automation solution from a single source  

Early recognition of possible fault sources thanks to preemptive maintenance of the press

Develpment of a production line consisting of Fiberforge and Fibercon for tape layups made of lightweight materials that correspond closely to the final contour  

Siemens' integrated Control and drive technology ensure exact positioning of the tape, even at high speeds

Easy engineering of all systems on TIA Portal  

Energy savings of up to 40% thanks to optimized energy management

Significantly higher output thanks to the use of press line simulation (PLS)

Flexible production with increased transfer precision

The high overload capacity and high torque of the SIMOTICS T-1FW4 at low speeds are optimal for the forging process

Input power of 120 kW at 1.5 MW peak drive output through intelligent energy management

Efficient engineering through use of the Simopress Servo standard application

Minimizing connection power thanks to optimal energy management

Comprehensive protection for the press operator based on integral safety functions in SINAMICS S120

Press movements ideally adjustable to the part being produced and the tool being used

Active vibration damping with the SIMOTION Vibration Extinction (VIBX) technology package

Up to 20% higher productivity with maximum process safety

Low costs, since no design changes and no additional hardware are required

Coordinated motion control of the double feeder with SIMOTION D445-2 multi-axis controller

Significantly shorter loading and unloading time with “Chasing” function

Smoothest possible operation thanks to vibration damping with SIMOTION VIBX

Monitoring of over travel and shaft breakage with reliable torque sensors and software cams (press safety library)

Cost and time savings thanks to elimination of the mechanical cam switch mechanism

Simple adjustment of cam settings as well as fast position adjustment after stroke height adjustment thanks to software approach

Simopress Servo technology offers forming behavior of various press types

Liquid-cooled SINAMICS S120 drive system

Manual loading and unloading with comprehensive safety concept

Synchronization and coordination of speed-controlled pumps with the SIMOTION motion control system

Maximum part quality with high-precision adjustable feed rates and pressures

Significant reduction in energy consumption

Direct dynamic pressure and feed control with variable-speed SIMOTICS servo motor

50% reduction in power consumption by controlling oil pressure with SINAMICS S120 converter

Significant productivity increase with improved control behavior