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Q-CHANGE

Quick work and back-up roll changhing for rolling mills

BENEFITS

Hydraulically operated and controlled shifting platforms
Long-stroke main hydraulic cylinders installed on tiltable tables
Long-stroke hydraulic cylinder for Work Roll (WR) - Back-up Roll (BUR) extraction/insertion
BUR transfer to roll shop with transfer car
WR automatic system and optimized control for the shortest changing time, for highest rolling mill plant productivity
Very quick changing time for Work Rolls: 10 min
Reduced time for Back-Up Roll change: - 45 min
Return On Investment (ROI): 4 months