Hot Stamping in eight seconds

A minimum cycle time of eight seconds and up to four parts per stroke at a reproducible high quality: Schuler’s PCHflex technology allows faster cooling of the parts because the contact pressure is distributed more evenly. This increases output performance significantly and ensures a more robust process with consistently high component quality. Conventional hot stamping dies can also be used on PCHflex lines for alternate and start-up production, too. Car manufacturers use more and more hot stamped parts because they offer a high strength and a low weight. Today, hot stamped A- and B-columns as well roof frames or connecting plates can be found in almost every new car. According to experts, the demand will double to 600 million pieces by 2020. Schuler's research and demonstration center in Göppingen, Germany, features a 1,600 ton hydraulic press with PCHflex technology, compatible die, roller hearth furnace and Twin Feeder automation. The line is also available for die tryout and the production of small batches for Schuler customers. ■ Follow us on Social Media:   / schuler-group     / schulergroup   https://xing.de/companies/schulergroup ■ About Schuler: Schuler offers customized first-rate technology in all areas of forming – from the networked press to press shop planning. In addition to press, our product includes automation and software solutions, dies, process know-how and service for the entire metalworking industry. Our customers include automotive manufacturers and suppliers, as well as companies in the forging, household appliance and electronics industries. Press from the Schuler Group mint coins for more than 180 countries. When it comes to the digital transformation of the forming technology, we support our customers worldwide as a supplier of innovative system solutions. Founded in 1839 with headquarters in Göppingen, Germany, Schuler AG has about 6 600 employees at production sites in Europe, China and America, as well as service companies in more than 40 countries. The company is majority-owned by the Austrian ANDRITZ Group.