KeyTec Netherlands B.V. carries out certain work steps for the production of batteries which are equipped with special pins. Every eight hours these machines are supplied with new material. To do this, the machine’s upper hoods, which weigh around 45 kg, have to be opened. Among other parts, two industrial gas springs are responsible for this on each hood.
Anyone who produces 1 billion metal pins per year around the clock can report that production is running smoothly. The art lies in making even the steps that are difficult work easily. This is to protect workers while reducing downtime and maintenance periods. KeyTec Netherlands B.V. succeeds in this in an exemplary manner in cooperation with ACE Stoßdämpfer GmbH.
To increase ergonomics and to further relieve the burden on employees, KeyTec asked ACE's sales engineers about other ways to improve operating comfort and to modernize the tooling machines.
ACE mentioned their affiliation with Stabilus Group and presented the electromechanical drive systems Industrial POWERISE®. For many years, similar components have been reliably performing their services as actuators on tailgates as well as on engine and trunk hoods. Adapted and perfected for industrial use, these components are suitable for the 45 kg hoods on the tooling machines – in combination with the gas springs already installed.
