New closed-loop hydraulic drive concept

The new drive concept CLH (Closed-loop Hydraulics) is an innovation in hydraulic press construction. The principle is based on variable-speed piston pumps operating in the closed oil circulation system in a four-quadrant mode. The speed is controlled precisely and highly dynamically via water-cooled servomotors. By means of additional auxiliary cylinders, the pendulum capacity of the differential cylinders is taken up, meaning the oil tank can be omitted almost completely. Surface changeover between rapid and working speed enables a ratio of up to 1:10 of the cylinder speed.

Benefits

  • Installed capacity of approx. 60 % of a standard hydraulic system
  • Reduced energy demand by about 70 % and with reduced noise emissions of approx. 30 % through ”power on demand“
  • Excellent controllability (position and force) of the axes
  • Reduced oil volume in the machine (factor 1:10)