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automated swing arm bearing press machine

Automated Swing Arm Bearing Press

challenge

To meet the needs of one of our customers, JR designed and built a machine that ensures parts are free of flash and installs bearings with the correct force and distance.

solution

The JR team used the following equipment in their solution:
• Hypercyl cylinders capable of 8 tons of force
• Convenient part bins for LH/RH parts
• Customized floating C-Frame design
• Robust Destaco clamps
• Balluff linear transducer
• Integrated load cells
• Fiber-optics
• Allen Bradley SLC-500 PLC
• Allen Bradley PanelView 600 HMI
 
Integrating both the RH/LH stations into one comprehensive machine provided the customer with a unique solution. The Automated Swing Arm Bearing Press is an all-inclusive machine with poke-yoke capabilities, robust integrated equipment, fast and efficient bearing installation and a customized floating C-Frame design. The successful application of the Automated Swing Arm Bearing Press led to the development of a strong relationship with the customer, and subsequently the design, build, and installation of numerous new jobs.

outcomes and benefits

Decreased the cycle time considerably, Minimized the required operators from 2 to 1, Consistent and efficient bearing installation
Unique Solution Leads To Partnership

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From the client
"Integrating both the RH and LH stations into one comprehensive machine provided the customer with a unique solution."
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