Modernisation and safety inspection of press brakes, mechanical presses and hydraulic presses – from initial assessment to renewed control and safety systems.
Safety inspection and technical modernisation come together where existing presses are to remain reliable, safe and economically viable.
Inspection of presses, protective devices and safety functions – including stopping-time measurements, safety distances and assessment of identified defects.
You receive clear, legally robust documentation with defined measures for safe continued operation.
Modernisation of existing presses when the mechanical structure and basic machine substance should continue to be used.
Depending on the machine, this can include renewal of controls, safety systems, control cabinet, operator interface and protective devices through to a comprehensive technical overhaul.
The technical tasks vary with press design, existing control technology and operating requirements.
Modernisation and safety inspection of press brakes from different manufacturers and years of manufacture. Typical tasks include obsolete controls, unreliable safety systems, worn components or adaptation to new operating requirements.
Inspection and retrofit of eccentric and other mechanical presses. The focus is on safe control sequences, protective devices, stopping behaviour and modernisation of existing control and safety systems.
Safety inspection and modernisation of hydraulic presses – from controls and safety systems to hydraulic functions, protective devices and operating concepts.
Many projects start not with a predefined technical solution, but with an operational problem.
Depending on the starting point, a safety inspection with clear assessment and documentation may be sufficient – or targeted modernisation of the machine may be the better solution.
Four examples show different starting points – from a comprehensive press-brake retrofit to the recommissioning of a hydraulic press.
The existing control and safety technology of the press brake was technically obsolete and partly unreliable.
Comprehensive retrofit with a modern Delem CNC control, Fiessler safety control and AKAS safety system. The control cabinet, electrical components and further machine functions were also reworked.
An existing press brake with sound mechanical substance received modern CNC, control and safety technology and could continue to be used economically.
This project represents a core area to be expanded further: comprehensive modernisation of existing press brakes.
Photos of the production process are intentionally not shown, as the operator does not want the manufacturing process to be published.
The scope depends on the condition, design and use of the press. Depending on the machine, individual assemblies may be modernised or the control and safety systems may be comprehensively renewed.
Safety inspections can be carried out as an initial inspection – for example after modification, installation or recommissioning – as well as on a recurring basis.
Inspection results, measured values and identified defects are documented clearly and traceably.
The operator receives an inspection report with a clear assessment and required measures and – for recurring inspections – identification showing the inspection date and next due date.
This provides robust, legally sound documentation for the safe operation of the press.
The machine condition, existing technology, safety functions and requirements are recorded and the appropriate approach is defined.
Based on the existing machine, a suitable concept is developed for controls, safety systems, operation and, where necessary, further assemblies.
The planned work is carried out, the required components are integrated and the machine is restored to operational condition.
After completion, the implemented functions are tested and the required technical documentation is created or updated.
Master Electrician · CMSE® – Certified Machinery Safety Expert · CESA – Certified Expert for Security in Automation
André Pohlann combines many years of international commissioning experience in machinery and plant engineering with qualifications in electrical engineering, machinery safety and industrial automation.
If you want to keep an existing press in safe operation, modernise it technically or recommission it after a long period of inactivity, get in touch.
For an initial assessment, details of the manufacturer, type, year of manufacture, existing control system and current problem are helpful. Photos or available documentation can also be sent directly.
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