BIHLER: Efficient and green production of stamped and formed parts

The LM 2000 is the latest development in Bihler's machine portfolio. The modular linear machine impresses with its highly standardized tool technology and material-efficient production of stamped and formed parts from strip material. Its extremely low energy consumption and integrated closed-circuit oil lubrication also make it a particularly environmentally friendly production system. The LM 2000 is available in two versions: As the LM 2000-KT with cam-controlled slide units and production speeds of up to 500 parts per minute, it is perfectly designed for medium and large batch sizes. As LM 2000-NC with servo-controlled slide units, it offers cycle rates of up to 250 1/min. for small and medium batch sizes with a high number of variants. Both LM machines have an overall processing length of 2,000 mm for cutting tools in the press area and for up to five linear tool modules or further processes in the forming area.

Material savings of up to 33%

In contrast to conventional mechanical stamping and forming machines and their special individual tools, the two LM machines are fully tool-compatible with standardized linear tools. These can be set up particularly quickly and 100% reproducible via standardized interfaces and quick tool clamping systems. The linear tools can be reused at any time. If the requirements change with regard to batch size or further processing steps, users can relocate the linear tools to a GRM-NC or a BIMERIC,
adapt them or relocate them again. This saves valuable time, costs and resources when designing and creating the tools. And the LM machines also save a lot of material in the production of stamped and formed parts. As one carrier strip is usually sufficient in the linear production process, the material savings are up to 33 percent.

Small ecological footprint

The two LM machines also impress during operation with their low ecological footprint. The power consumption of the LM 2000-KT, which is designed for long runs, is very low even at high cycle rates. This means that the power requirement can be covered by a corresponding photovoltaic system, for example. The machine can therefore be operated in an absolutely climate-friendly manner using renewable energy. If green, ideally CO2-free steel is also processed, even CO2-neutral end products are theoretically conceivable. This aspect will play an increasingly important role on the market and with customers in the future. Another major ecological advantage of the two LM machines is their integrated recirculating oil lubrication system. With this system, the oil is pumped to all units in a closed circuit. As a result, there are no more losses or oil waste and oil consumption is significantly reduced compared to conventional machines.

Otto Bihler Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG

As world’s leading system supplier in the areas of stamping, forming, welding and assembly technology, Bihler stands for certified top technology “Made in Germany”. The family-owned company with more than 1,100 employees offers manufacturers of stamping and forming parts as well as assemblies highly cost-effective automation solutions.

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