Air Casters Move a 50,000 Pound Stamping Press

Major Manufacturer of mobile and stationary tool carts decided to use Air Casters to reorganize the plant layout to increase productivity and capactiy

(PRWEB) April 6, 2004 --Recently a major manufacturer of mobile and stationary tool carts decided to use Air Casters to reorganize the plant layout to increase productivity and overall capacity. Accomplishing this significant task required the relocation of several heavy stamping presses weighing up to 50,000 pounds with minimal disruption to existing operations. Large stamping presses are typically difficult to move due to the overall weight, high center of gravities and offset loadings.

The solution to moving the presses safely and quickly included using a 4LD27HL Air Caster Rigging Kit. This system is comprised of (1) each control console with an inlet on/off ball valve, and four self relieving pressure regulators to individually adjust the pressure in each air caster, (4) each 27 inch Air Casters with 112,000 pound total capacity, (4) each 1 inch by 20 foot long interconnecting hoses and (1) each 1-1/2 inch by 150 foot long main air supply hose with quick disconnects. Once the air casters were placed under the press and inflated using 250 scfm (standard cubic feet per minute) air consumption @ 40 psig (gauge pressure -- pounds per square inch), a fork truck tied to the load via a steel chain with a crisscross pattern was able to push and precisely control the press in all directions. The total move included five each 90 degree turns and a total linear distance of 525 feet. The concrete floor was epoxy coated with sealed expansion joints.    
   
Air Caster operation is based upon compliant air film technology. The load actually floats on a thin film of air 3 to 5 thousands thick. Therefore Air Casters offer the following advantages including omni or four directional motions for maneuvering around the 90 degree turns and in tight aisle ways, precise positioning for final press location, protection of the epoxy coated floor finish, and the safe movement and control of the heavy stamping presses throughout the plant. Air Casters require only 3 to 5 pounds of effort per 1000 pounds of weight on a standard smooth, sealed concrete floor surface. Therefore to move the 50,000 pound press takes only 150 to 250 pounds of force, a job easily handled with a fork truck.

Air Casters are manufactured in diameters ranging from 12 to 60 inches and can transport loads from 200 pounds up to thousands of tons. Aeris Corporation manufactures standard as well as custom designed machinery moving systems including individual Air Caster load modules, planks, pallets, paper roll-movers, multi-stationed turntables, and air or electric power driven steel transporters.

Inquired today to find out how Aeris Corporation can help you.

Aeris Corporation
P.O. Box 2026
Kalamazoo, MI 49003

Attn: Joe Durlach
800 323-0571 Toll Free      
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