SINGLE-SOURCE DIE CLAMPING AND CHANGING

The clamping elements range from simple vices to clamping and locking technology for large presses and wind turbine rotors.

Hilma-Römheld GmbH (Siegerland, Germany) proposes complete technology for die clamping and changing from a single source, with a focus on press automation and rapid die change. Hilma provides a comprehensive view of die clamping and changing in the field of metal stamping and forming technology.

Hilma is the only supplier in the market to offer a product range of mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic and magnetic clamping systems exactly coordinated to meet all requirements for the automation of presses and punches, rapid die change and clamping technology for die and mold making. Its technology is complemented by block cylinders and swivel clamps presented by Roemheld, which also offers present lifting cylinders and lifting modules from its line of assembly and handling technology.

The clamping elements which HILMA offers range from simple vices to clamping and locking technology for large presses and wind turbine rotors. In recent months, HILMA has achieved very good results in the wind energy market. For example, the company has been chosen by a trusted German wind turbine manufacturer as a supplier for an offshore wind park project, and in Great Britain it has signed the first contracts for rotor locking systems.

Hilma Römheld is a leading expert in die clamping and in efficient die change in the mechanical engineering industry, forming technology and the plastics and rubber industries, with a staff of 100. The company was established in 1947 and now develops, produces and sells customized clamping systems and standard fixtures for production in the cutting and non-cutting industries worldwide. It is a member of the Roemheld group,with a headcount of 500, that is represented by sales and service companies in 39 countries worldwide. www.hilma.de