A manual press with electronic stroke and process control

SCHMIDT Technology Corporation recently introduced its precision ManualPress 307 System with integrated process and electronic stroke control. Designed for press-fit assemblies, for use as a stand-alone assembly station or integration into lead manufacturing cells with press force ranging from 25 – 900 lbs, this system offers 100\% process verification, complete force and distance monitoring, and SPC. Offering the same sophisticated monitoring normally associated with Servo Presses, the hand-operated & patented SCHMIDT Manual Rack & Pinion Press, Model No 307/3000 eliminates the need for safety devices and guarding associated with powered press systems.

This precision rack & pinion press features a patented programmable electronic stroke control with integrated stroke lock. Preset user criteria such as the press ram reaching the mechanical stroke limit, a nominal selected press force, or a programmed stroke limit must be met before the press ram is free to return to TDC. If sensors located in the press head unit uncover a problem, the System activates an electromechanical break to automatically lock the ram stroke The system also verifies that all parts to be assembled are in place and correctly positioned before initiating the press cycle (Poke-Yoke) via implementation of appropriate externally installed or custom tooling integrated sensor devices. The ManualPress 307/3000 System compensates for different press operators and how they physically move the press handle, as well as inherent yield factors of custom designed built tooling and mounting frames during the pressing cycle.

The SCHMIDT ManualPress 307/3000 System features a touch-screen display and menu-driven software. Optional data transfer software connects the system to a Windows-based PC and comprehensive SPC software is available for process documentation establishing of real time Cp & Cpk values, both numerically and via graphic illustrations. Process documentation and SPC operate in the background and can be evaluated and controlled from a central location. The No. 307 Bench-Top Press unit has been designed to accept larger tooling & assemblies, a .0004 in. resolution micrometer stroke adjustment and an overall adjustable stroke from 0 to 1.9685 in. The overall working height is also adjustable from 3.543 in. to 10.236 in.

SCHMIDT Technology Corporation Cranberry Twp., PA schmidtpresses.com Booth #B-6335