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Our projects within industry in general

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	General industry

	
Whether new systems, prototypes, modifications, repairs or improvements to existing machines, Mecabride is your reliable partner in special machine construction for various industries. Depending on the customer and project requirements, different special solutions can be implemented.



**Fields of application:**

- Metal industry
- Food industry
- Automotive industry

	
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Special winder for screen and felt production

	
[!\[Special winder for screen and felt production\]()](/files/117381.jpg "Special winder for screen and felt production")
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For a customer in the screen and felt manufacturing sector, Mecabride developed a fully customised winder featuring an exceptional roll length of 12.3 m. The project was marked by close collaboration: while the customer provides the complete control system, Mecabride is responsible for the full CE documentation, including risk assessment, operating manual and conformity evaluation. The result is a tailor-made and fully compliant machine solution delivered from a single source.
		
**Project features:**

- Custom winding solution based on customer requirements
- Roll length: 12.3 m

**Technical data:**

- Maximum screen width: 12.3 m
- Maximum product weight: 2.5 t
- Winding cores: cardboard sleeves or steel tubes
- Winding direction freely selectable
- Speed modes: slow mode for alignment and positioning & normal operation up to approx. 8–10 rpm

Turning device for steel and stainless steel sheets

	
[!\[Turning device for steel and stainless steel sheets\]()](/files/116285.jpg "Turning device for steel and stainless steel sheets")
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For a high-end industrial door manufacturer, we developed a custom-designed sheet metal turning device, equipped with an integrated roller conveyor and a downstream, pneumatically tilting table on ball-rollers. This special machine is part of a new, fully automated, production line for manipulation for sheet metal plates of various sizes. It significantly improves operator ergonomics and safety at the workstation, as well as the throughput.
		
**Technical facts:**

- Suitable for steel and stainless steel sheets from 400 x 600 mm to 1,500 x 3,100 mm
- Sheet thicknesses to be turned: up to 2 mm
- Sheet weight to be turned: up to 75 kg
- Downstream roller conveyor and roller table included
- Designed to be enclosed by a safety fence

Dual-axis manipulator for high-pressure cleaning booth

	
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For a customer in the aerospace industry, we developed a 2-axis manipulator to clean high-precision cast iron components. The system replaces an outdated system and meets the most stringent requirements for mechanical robustness and reliability. During operation of the high-pressure water jet, the manipulator allows complex-shaped components to be properly clamped, effectively removing ceramic residues, which served as a mold during the casting process. Mechanical optimization not only increases service life, but also improves process reliability and user comfort.
		
**Technical data:**

- Made entirely of 1.4307 stainless steel for maximum corrosion resistance, as it is used in very humid environments
- Waterproof design, ideal for use in high-pressure cleaning cabinets
- Pneumatic clamping system, allowing castings to be securely fixed
- Tilting range up to 180° for flexible positioning

Unlimited rotation around the Y axis for optimal freedom of movement

Folding machine – medical covers

	
[!\[Folding machine – medical covers\]()](/files/109858.png "Folding machine – medical covers")
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This installation was integrated into an existing production line at the customer's site and is used for cross-folding non-woven cloths.
		
**Technical facts:**

- Folding using pneumatic process and folding rollers
- 2 possible outputs (bulk packaging / vacuum packaging)
- Detection and ejection of non-compliant wipes
- Capacity: 1 unit/second

Parallel Press

	
[!\[Parallel Press\]()](/files/109880.jpg "Parallel Press")
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This machine was designed as a hydraulic press to press galvanized steel profiles into a wooden panels. The press has an automatic feeding table that allows the operator to prepare the various elements in safety, outside of the pressing area.
		
**Technical facts:**

- Wooden panels up to 2.5m x 1.5m
- Pressing force: variable, up to 100 tons
- Machine dimensions LxWxH: 6000x2600x2000 mm

8-axis manipulator

	
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Development of an 8-axis manipulator for industrial radiology (non-destructive testing technology). A complete package: From planning through production to final assembly in Dubai, this project was supervised by our engineering office and technicians.
		
**Technical facts:**

- All axes are servo-controlled
- Programming using teach-in
- For non-destructive testing of aircraft wings
- Maximum wing length: 5 m

Pinch rolls

	
[!\[Pinch rolls\]()](/files/109886.jpg "Pinch rolls")
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This unit is used to distribute an oil film in a sheet metal processing line. The machine consists of a stable chassis on which 2 rubberized rollers are guided. The lower roller is fixed in the working position, while the upper roller serves as a pressure roller and exerts an adjustable force on the sheet via 2 pneumatic cylinders to distribute the oil evenly.
		
**Technical facts:**

- Work width: 2000 mm
- Dimensions LxWxH: 3000x420x2550 mm

Scuff machine

	
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This prototype was developed specifically for a manufacturer of floor coverings and is used to simulate long-term stress caused by a shoe sole. The test specimen is rubbed over the sample with a straight pneumatic movement and a defined pressing force.

Rewinder

	
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The system was developed to unwind, cut (longitudinal) and rewind non-woven products. At the same time, the machine was designed so that the customer can now check, cut and rewind damaged rolls. The machine is also equipped by an edge control system which makes it capable rewind correctly rolls that have been wound badly on the production machine.
		
**Technical facts:**

- Speed: up to 150 m/min
- Dimensions (LxWxH) : 7,5m x 4m x 2,5m

Tipping and storage rack IBC container

	
[!\[Tipping and storage rack IBC container\]()](/files/109892.jpg "Tipping and storage rack IBC container")
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For reasons of fire protection and cost-effectiveness, this storage rack was designed for 3 IBC containers.
		
**Technical facts:**

- Pneumatic tilting movement to completely empty the containers.
- 600 mm pneumatic travel for changing containers.

Feed table

	
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This feed table is used to introduce small, thin-walled stainless steel pipes into an existing production facility. Installing the table significantly increased customer's productivity and operator's ergonomics at this point.
		
**Technical facts:**

- Tilting movement using a screw jack
- Electrically movable in longitudinal direction
- Clamping system to prevent the stainless steel pipes from twisting
- Pipe lengths up to 6000 mm

Construction of special-purpose machinery

	
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Thanks to our special and prototype construction, we can always build a machine that is optimally adapted to a wide range of customer requirements. Our combined know-how and experience enable us to develop a holistic project together and support you from the needs analysis through layout planning, manufacturing, and assembly to on-site commissioning.
		
**Project examples:**

- Clamping bench for chassis boxes
- Adjustment units for production lines
- Knurling machines
- Specific presses
- Conveyor module for stainless steel pipes
- Press for making screens for the paper industry
- Custom-made calander
- Transport modules

	
	
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