New Tube Mill Controls and Drive Systems

New Tube Mill Controls and Drive Systems

by | Nov 2, 2017 | News

Universal Controls Group specializes in tube mill controls and drive systems for the industrial metalworking industry. Our systems are manufactured at our shop in Perrysburg, Ohio, and built with quality brands including ABB, Allan-Bradley, B & R, Eaton, and Siemens. Along with tube mill controls and drive systems, we also build die accelerators, servo feeders, encoder stands, and other accessories that we can retrofit to machinery.

Also available are re-power systems for tube mills and roll forming lines. Re-power systems come equipped with (all new): 480 Volt AC variable speed drive system including all control components, push-button console, remote jog pendant, emergency-stop station, optional AC inverter duty motor and complete AutoCAD drawing package.

Universal Controls Group can offer you a complete turn-key system from initial design to start-up. Located under one roof with Universal Tube & Rollform Equipment, a leading machinery dealer, enables us to offer a wide array of cost-efficient services, unmatched by others. Together we can help increase the productivity of your line while keeping your investment low.

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Universal Controls Group
26202 Glenwood Rd. Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 USA
(419) 872-2364
www.universalcontrolsgroup.com

New high-speed flying cold saw powered by U-TRAK technology

New high-speed flying cold saw powered by U-TRAK technology

by | Nov 2, 2017 | News

UCG manufacturers of industrial control systems, has introduced U-SAW, a new high-speed flying cold saw for tube mills equipped with their revolutionary Length Control System.

The new flying cold saw is available in both single and double blade version and sizes up to 16” and speeds up to 300 FPM. The U-Saw can use either TCT or HSS blades.

The 3 inch (76mm) version of the U-Saw will be in our booth at the upcoming Fabtech show in Atlanta this November. Stop by Universal’s Booth #C10436 to see the U-Saw.
Complete specifications of this saw can be view at: utubeonline.com/product/new-high-speed-flying-cold-saw/.

UCG builds new control systems, die accelerators, drives and other accessories to retrofit new or existing machinery in almost any industrial environment.
Located under one roof with a leading used machinery dealer, Universal Tube & Rollform Equipment Corporation, their unique relationship enables them to offer a wide array of cost efficient services, unmatched by others.

Visit their booth at Fabtech Atlanta for a quotation and more information about the new cold saws available: Tube & Pipe Hall, Booth #C10436.

UCG
26202 Glenwood Rd. Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 USA
(419) 872-2364
[email protected]
www.universalcontrolsgroup.com
Fabtech Atlanta, Tube & Pipe Hall, Booth #C10436

Machine Reconditioning, Rebuilding & Line Integration

Machine Reconditioning, Rebuilding & Line Integration

by | Feb 13, 2017 | News

Universal offers machine reconditioning and rebuilding services for your current machinery. We can also reconfigure your equipment to the most exact specifications when your production needs change. Reusing your equipment costs far less than the purchase of new equipment and increases the value of your initial investment. Along with cost savings reconditioning also offers more accurate and reliable productions, enhanced safety, extended machine life and ease of operation. Read details below about a rollform line we reconditioned using both new and used equipment.

Reconditioned Rollform Line

Tishken Rollformer Machine Reconditioning Details:

  1. Clean and Paint Rollformer
  2. Adjust Pass Line to Match Other Line Equipment
  3. Build and Install Entry Guide
  4. Build and Install Straightener with Top Rotation
  5. Mount Encoder and Bracket
  6. Install:
    • Motor Mounting Plate
    • Jackshaft
    • Pulleys
    • Bearings
    • Couplings
    • Drive Belts
  1. Align Back Shoulder of Rollformer, Fabricate Spacers and Install Roll Tooling
  2. Electrically Integrated All Equipment to Work Together as a Line
  3. New Drive System manufactured by Universal Controls Group:
    • 20 HP AC Motor Drive
    • Main Disconnect Switch
    • Coolant Pump Controls
    • Emergency Safety Circuit Relay
    • Wired Complete To Terminals
    • (2) Remote E-Stop Stations
    • Remote Job Pendant
  4. PB Console for Control and Monitoring of Rollformer manufactured by Universal Controls Group:
    • E-Stop and Reset
    • On/Off
    • Start/Stop
    • Speed Control
    • Manual Off Auto Switch
    • Jog Forward and Reverse

Reconditioned Pre-Punch Press For Rollform Line

Pre-Punch Cut Off Press Reconditioning Details:

  1. Clean and Paint Pre-Punch Press
  2. Install New Die Rails
  3. Build and Install Mother Plate
  4. Build and Install Die Return and Cushion Stop
  5. Adjust Passline to Match Other Line Equipment
  6. Build and Install Entry Guides

Airam Cut Off Press Reconditioning

Airam Cut Off Press Reconditioning Details:

  1. Rework, Clean and Paint Cut Off Press
  2. Install New Die Rails
  3. Build and Install Die Return and Cushion Stop
  4. Build and Install Sensor Bracket

Universal Tube & Rollform working together with Universal Controls Group can offer you the options you need such as new controls, drive systems, cut off length control, and other accessories to retrofit your existing machinery. Whether it’s one single machine or a complete line, contact us for a quotation to reconditioning your equipment.