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In conversations with a customer that manufactures Hemmers and Tab Benders for the automotive industry, we found their process involved using hydraulic units. The customer was interested in finding a way to save money and run more efficiently, and were open to solutions from the territory salesman. |
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Our first item of business was to eliminate the use of hydraulics by using a HyperCyl air/oil intensification cylinder. We showed the customer a HyperCyl Unit, quoting the cylinder system optimized for their application with the following: Special Retract Force, Locking Rod, and the ability for them to Jog the Cylinder. These customer requirements were met with a special order Hypercyl Unit that would meet their cycle time and cost requirements while functioning virtually maintenance free. See the chart below for the advantages of using air over hydraulics. |
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HyperCyl Unit vs. |
Hydraulic Unit: |
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Low to moderate investment |
Medium to High Investment |
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Low Operating Cost - shop air |
High cost motors, coolers, pumps, and electrical. |
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| Minimal Maintenance |
High Maintenance (routine oil and filter changes) |
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Self-contained, quiet, clean |
Large floor space, noisy, leaky, multiple components |
