HOT FORGING

Forging presses have very short cycle times, usually less than 5 seconds. Loading presses can be a tiresome operation for the operator. Robots can be deployed to pick up the hot billets from the induction furnace and load to the 1st stage (forming). As required, the same robot can be utilized to transfer to the subsequent stages of forming and trimming. 2 or 3 stage presses require multiple handling and precision loading. 2 operators are required to work in tandem. This poses a huge risk while handling red hot billets.  Die spraying tasks can also be automated.

For individual smaller presses, the component needs to be transferred from one press to another to complete the operation. The critical factor is time. All operations need to be completed within a certain time so that the component temperature is maintained before the final shape is attained. 2-3 operators are required to work in close proximity and this multiple presses and the risk posed due to the hot components is very high.

Cold forging presses have a similar requirement but with lower risk. We can offer complete turnkey solutions for unmanned operation of cold forging presses.

Installation of Robots can help by eliminate the above fatigue and risk factors associated with press loading. Foundry grade robots can be used along with heat shields to prolong the life of the robots.