Aluminum coil tilters and upenders are commonly used in industries such as metal fabrication, construction, and transportation. They are often used to handle large, heavy coils of aluminum, which can be difficult to manipulate manually. It is a piece of equipment used to manipulate and position aluminum coils for various applications. The tilter and upender is designed to tilt or rotate the coil, allowing it to be positioned in a specific orientation for further processing or transport.
The tilter and upender typically consists of a frame with a cradle to hold the coil, and a mechanism for tilting or rotating the cradle. The frame is usually made of sturdy metal, such as steel, and the cradle is designed to hold the aluminum coil securely in place during the tilting and rotation process.
The tilter and upender can be used in a variety of applications, such as loading and unloading coils from trucks or storage racks, positioning coils for processing equipment, or preparing coils for shipping.
The cradle of the tilter and upender is typically designed to hold the coil securely in place during tilting and rotation. The cradle may be adjustable to accommodate different coil sizes and weights, and may include features such as padded surfaces to prevent damage to the coil.
The tilting and rotation mechanism may be operated manually, using a crank or lever, or may be powered by hydraulic or pneumatic systems. Powered systems offer greater control and precision, and are often used for larger or heavier coils.
Some tilters and upenders may also include additional features, such as safety guards or sensors to prevent accidents or damage to the equipment. For example, some models may include sensors to detect when the coil is fully tilted or rotated, or guards to prevent the coil from falling or shifting during handling.
When using an aluminum coil tilter and upender, it is important to follow all safety guidelines and manufacturer instructions. Operators should be properly trained on the equipment, and should wear appropriate personal protective equipment when handling heavy coils. Regular maintenance and inspections are also important to ensure safe and reliable operation of the equipment.
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TECHNICAL REQUEST for
Coil Tilter for Al-foil
Application: the coil tilter is intended to overturn Al-foil coils from side surface on its end.
Main technical parameters of rolling process:
NN Denomination Required technical parameters
1 Coil width 280-850 mm
2 Aluminium alloys
Al 3xxx
Al 8xxx
3 Material thickness: max./min. 110/30 μm
4 Internal coil diameter 76,2 mm/150 mm/152,4 mm
5 Data of coil
Max.coil diameter – 1000 mm;
Coil width-280 mm
Max. Coil width – 850 mm;
Max. coil weight – 1,2 t.
6 Coil starting position
Sidewise on the horizontal surface
8 Required coil position
On end, eye-to-sky (90°)