Rexroth's automation solutions for punch presses

力士乐适用于冲床的自动化解决方案

Figure 1: With the fastest punch automation solution available on the market today, users can achieve the highest punching frequency of up to 1600 blows per minute in a typical nibbling mode.

With Rexroth's punch automation solutions, users can shorten product production time, simplify equipment scale, and increase production efficiency by up to 20%. Rexroth's CNC system solution IndraMotion MTX perfectly matches the Rexroth electro-hydraulic punch. The data exchange interface between the controller and the punch is pre-programmed at the factory, reducing the programming and commissioning costs by approximately 50%.

If installed on the current standard press equipment, Rexroth's turnkey solution will increase the previous punching frequency by approximately 30%. Assuming a plate feed of 1 mm, a stroke of 3 mm and a plate thickness of 1 mm, Rexroth's solution can increase the production efficiency from about 700 to about 930 beats/minute. In the typical nibbling mode, up to 1600 times per minute can be achieved, which is the fastest speed that can be achieved in the current automated press on the market.

The IndraMotion MTX CNC system uses completely open standards such as the sercos automation bus, IEC 61131-3 and G command NC programming, which allows the user to program themselves quickly and efficiently. MTX has a total of 4 power levels and may meet the needs of various users. At the same time, all versions of the product use the same software core and engineering software environment, and users can share the entire program or parts of the program on different devices. In addition, the IndraMotion MTX pre-programs the motion profiles for stamping, nibbling, soft punching, slotting, and forming, which can further reduce production time. IndraMotion MTX 0.25 ms CNC cycle time and faster CNC command processing can greatly help customers increase productivity.

By pre-programming the interface, the IndraMotion MTX CNC system can control the Rexroth electro-hydraulic shaft. Rexroth's electro-hydraulic shaft combines Rexroth hydraulic power station, punch cylinder and motion controller to achieve independent control of the movement of the punch. Standard, upgraded and advanced three system solutions are available for customers to choose from. The nominal press pressure is divided into 200 kN and 300 kN. At a stroke of 4 mm, the typical punching frequency is between 600 and 1600 beats/minute. In the marking mode, the punching frequency can reach 4000 times/minute.

The HNC100-3X is a motion controller optimized for the characteristics of hydraulic transmissions. Its function is to implement stand-alone position control. Thanks to simple parameter settings, its comprehensive function block database replaces the burden of programming. In addition, its openness also provides free space for the preparation of personalized process solutions.

At the beginning of the application, the complete solution can reduce the programming and debugging workload by approximately 50%. This is because all of its interfaces are matched and pre-programmed. All the user has to do is set parameters. The pre-programmed process curve allows the device to achieve extremely high punching frequencies and perfect motion sequences. In operation, a clear architecture not only facilitates fault diagnosis but also simplifies the conversion of processed products.

力士乐适用于冲床的自动化解决方案

Fig. 2: The IndraMotion MTX CNC system solution uses completely open standards such as sercos automation bus, IEC 61131-3 and G code NC programming, allowing the user to self-program quickly and efficiently.



Bosch Rexroth is committed to providing safe, precise, efficient and cost-effective transmission and control technologies for all types of machinery and system equipment. The company integrates global application experience, researches and develops innovative products, and tailors system solutions and services for customers in each market segment of mobile machinery, machinery applications and engineering, factory automation, and renewable energy. Bosch Rexroth also offers its customers a variety of hydraulic, electronic transmission and control, pneumatics, gear technology, linear drives and assembly technology. The company operates in more than 80 countries around the world and has more than 37,500 professional employees. In 2012, the global sales reached nearly 6.5 billion euros.

Since entering the Chinese market in 1978, Bosch Rexroth has established production bases in Beijing, Changzhou, and Xi’an and has nearly 3,900 employees.

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