Horstmann 4,216 Position Automated Gravure Cylinder Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS)

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Ref. #
508877

Horstmann automated storage and retrieval system for rotogravure cylinders, 4,216 positions (4,032 at 33 in. repeat, 184 at 36 in. repeat), approx. 95 ft x 35 ft x 27 ft, with rack servicing unit, automatic I/O buffer station, inspection station and Siemens PLC control.

Model
Horstmann Cylinder ASRS
Category
Other Machinery & Equipment

About this Machine

Horstmann 4,216 Position Automated Gravure Cylinder Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS)

  • — Machine type: Automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS) for rotogravure cylinders
  • — Manufacturer: Horstmann Automation GmbH
  • — Storage capacity:
    • — 4,216 total storage positions
    • — 4,032 positions for cylinders up to 33 in. repeat
    • — 184 positions for cylinders up to 36 in. repeat
    • — 15-row towers in double-storage arrangement, expandable by adding towers
  • — Cylinder envelope:
    • — Maximum total length: 83 in.
    • — Maximum face length: 62 in.
    • — Minimum repeat: 24 in.
    • — Maximum weight: 531 lb (33 in. positions), 752 lb (36 in. positions)
  • — Rack:
    • — Bolted and welded sectional steel construction, sandblasted and painted
    • — Approx. 95 ft long x 35 ft wide x 27 ft high
    • — Maintenance catwalk and ladder along the rack
  • — Rack servicing unit:
    • — Travels on top of the towers with inner elevator car and rope-hoisted lift
    • — Two telescopic arms
    • — Rack-and-pinion drives, servo-assisted motors with frequency converters and encoders
    • — Travel speeds: 80 m/min bridge, 30 m/min inner car, 40 m/min lift
    • — Carrying capacity 750 lb
    • — Air conditioned control cabinet on the servicing unit
  • — Input/output station:
    • — Automatic I/O station with four-position buffer table
    • — Automatic cylinder handling between cylinder trolley and buffer table
    • — Trolley docking station, secured access door and fencing
  • — Inspection station: One buffer position, cylinder rotatable on bearings, secured access door and fencing
  • — Controls and software:
    • — Siemens PLC (TIA Portal)
    • — Wireless remote for emergency operation
    • — Horstmann Storage and Transport Manager software with SQL database and operator terminal
    • — Automatic backup software on dedicated backup PC
    • — Remote service connection
  • — Electrical: 480/110 V AC, 60 Hz; 24 V DC control; connected load 20 kVA
  • — Dimensions: Approx. 95 ft x 35 ft x 27 ft
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