CONSOLIDATION UNIT
The Consolidation Unit
Process reliability, constant quality, and flexibility; these are the key success criteria of Fill´s newly developed consolidation unit. The flexible machine concept enables consolidation of fiber mats with targeted fiber orientation and thickness differences (local reinforcing layers) in the mat in one cycle. At the same time, the system integrates seamlessly into upstream or downstream processes, thereby substantially increasing efficiency in volume production of tailor-made tape solutions.
CONSOLIDATION UNIT
CONSOLIDATION UNIT
Consolidation unit
Machine detail
Machine detail
Consolidation unit
The concept
The tape layer package is laid in a tool, which is then closed and transferred to the heating station fully automatically. A contact heater
is used to increase the temperature to that required to achieve a molten state of the material.
Thermal activation and a constant consolidation pressure cause currents that combine the neighboring layers with one another. This is followed by a quick switch to the cooling station, where the laminate is cooled back down to a solidified state.
Use of multiple tools in the machine allows the process steps to be performed in parallel, making short cycle times possible.
Features
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Integration in the forming process with negligible cycle-time impact (< 60 seconds/component)
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Mats with different wall thicknesses can be processed
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Tempering in near-net shape enables short reaction times
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Low energy losses thanks to rapid tool transfer between heating and cooling station
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High heating/cooling rates (optionally up to 450 °C)
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Combined component loading and removal point (ideal for automation)
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Ergonomic design for manual loading
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Compact design
Specifications
Component length (mm)
860
Component weight (mm)
360
Component length (mm)
1,100
Component weight (mm)
610
Min. closing force (kN)
2
Max. closing force (kN)
31
Max. temperature (° C)
350
Min. closing force (kN)
9
Max. closing force (kN)
68
Max. temperature (° C)
350
Min. closing force (kN)
13
Max. closing force (kN)
310
Min. closing force (kN)
56
Max. closing force (kN)
677
Length (mm)
5,800
Width (mm)
2,500
Height (mm)
2,700
Siemens S7-1500
Automation solutions
High-temperature version (up to 450° C)
Process data acquisition
Technical specifications subject to change.
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