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New Punch Press with Two Tooling Options
Murata Machinery USA, Inc. Booth S1741
Murata Machinery USA, Inc., Charlotte, NC, introduces its Motorum M2558TS/TS-S punch press, designed with two tooling options. The M2558TS incorporates push-pull tooling, which has been in use for more than 75 years and provides an economic, com- petitive edge by keeping tooling costs minimal, according to company officials. The ram, punch holder and punch are connected to achieve a push-pull action (positive stripping) through the entire punching cycle. Available tooling styles include the traditional 112 & 114, Mate Marathon and Wilson HPÔ.
The spring-style turret enables M2558TS-S operators to utilize tooling from existing inventory. New, quick-release die holders offer rapid tool-change time with simple-access, single-touch opening of turret covers.
The Motorum M2558TS/TS-S is powered by a servo-electric punch-drive system first developed by Murata Machinery in 1994. This technology reportedly allows high production speeds with energy-efficient operation and reduced maintenance costs. Its large turret provides more stations for greater flexibility and increased productivity.
Heavy-Duty Pneumatic Die Lifters
Pacesetter Systems, Inc. Booth S4288
www.turretpunchpresses.com
Pacesetter Systems, Inc., Valencia, CA, a manufacturer of quick- die-change systems and metal-stamping accessories, debuts its line of Air Glide heavy-duty pneumatic
die lifters.
Air Glide die lifters are available
with ball bearings for multidirec-
tional movement or cylindri-
cal bearings for inline move-
ment. Each features extra-large,
precision-ground bearings and high-quality o-ring seals for
lifting efficiency and durability. These die lifters require only 40 lb. of force to move a typical 2,000-lb. die, according to company officials, reducing the strain on the workforce while also reducing die-changeout time.
The lifters use standard shop air pressure and install easily in standard ANSI T-slots. With no internal air bags or bladders to corrode and crack, Air Glide rollers reportedly are more resistant than other pneumatic rollers to harsh chemicals and lubricants used in metalforming.
Air Glide die lifters are available from stock in sizes of 5⁄8, 3⁄4 and 1 in., in lengths to 72 in. Custom lengths and metric sizes are available. www.pacesettersystems.com
Environmentally Friendly Lubricant for Aluminum
Unist Inc. Booth S4412
Unist Inc., Grand Rapids, MI, showcases its new Coolube 2210AL, derived from veg- etable oils and containing no VOCs, and formulated for use on aluminum. The lubricant reportedly provides exceptional lubricity, helps improve tool life, is nearly odorless, and does not cause skin, eye or throat irritation.
Coolube 2210AL provides specific benefits when working with aluminum. Testing shows it provides exceptional lubricity and stability under load, which helps improve tool life, according to company officials. www.unist.com
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