HOT FORGING FASTENERS HEADING BOLTS
FLST / Front Loading Sliding Table Vertical Presses:
Hot Heading of fasteners & bolts presents challenges to end users, material types, diameter, head type, heat soak time, heat loss, heading speed are just a few. Back in 2007 we were challenged by a major multinational company to provide a press system that would be safer and faster for heading 12 point Titanium "Long" bolts.
Our press design team rallied and came up with what is now known as the FLST / Front Loading Sliding Table Series of presses available from 88 to 1000 ton. (660 ton shown below)
Below is a rear view of our FLST-330 ton in production since 2008 in California. The sliding table is positioned by hydraulic cylinder and monitored by sensors and tied to our I-PRESS for sequence control. Quick Change lower tool holder and spring head upper to holder encapsulate part during heading operations for safety.
Short fasteners / bolts many times do not require the FLST custom lower press bed. For short bolts, we offer both gap frame (shown below) and straight sides which are a great solution. The MARK 121 Single Point Gap Frame below is fully automated with hopper type feeder, double coil induction heater, vision system to protect heaters, automation and tooling, sliding loader and un-loader, chute to bin.
Below is the new HCP-FLST Series that are available from 88 ton to 330 ton. These are straight side presses with superior frame rigidity which improves tool life. We have taken it on step further and prepared the press with conduits for water, power and air for quick interconnect of auxiliary items required in the hot heading industry.
If you would like to know more about our range of hot heading fastener presses, CONTACT TEAM SUTHERLAND or call +-1-310-453-6981.