Monitorable and compensatable feedback tool and control system for a press using a solid tool backup element
US4918956A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 30, 1989 |
| Grant date | Apr 24, 1990 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 30, 2009 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB30B15/0041
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A load control system and tool arrangements are disclosed for controlling the shutheight and back-up load on a mechanical press tool in response to a monitored or measured parameter indicative of press tool force or part quality, which monitored parameter is communicated to a controller for determination of a control signal to control a means for regulating the press tool back-up load and shutheight without interrupting press operations. The control system is operable to control a single station or multi station press and can be installed on either an individual press tool or the bolster or slide. The back-up load is controlled by a non-fluid, moveable mechanical tool back-up mechanism.
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