Side view of an AE-3 Metal Coil Feeder from Lara, capable of handling weights from 100 to 300 KG

AE-3 Series Coil Feeding Line from LARA

Product Code: AE-3 Series

Introducing our top-of-the-line AE-3 Series Coil Feeding Line from LARA Electronic Roller Feeder, the perfect solution for efficient and cyclical material feeding on coils in the metal forming, metal stamping, and engineering industry. Powered by the cutting-edge Motion-Drive electronic control system, this feeder ensures precise positioning of the strip during feeding processes, allowing for seamless repetition of the same feed length.

Our AE-3 Electronic Roller Feeder is designed for ease of installation, programming, and operation, making it a breeze for your company to set up and start using quickly and securely. With a user-friendly interface, assembly and commissioning can be effortlessly handled in-house.

To cater to your specific needs, we offer a range of optional accessories on request, depending on the model. These include the Electronic Cam Box, 95 Shore A Polyurethane Rollers, Special Guides for Delicate Materials, External Encoder, Lubricant, and more.

Enhance your productivity and streamline your material handling processes with our AE-3 Electronic Roller Feeder, a reliable and efficient choice for your metal forming and stamping operations. Contact us now to revolutionize your workflow and experience unmatched precision and performance.

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    Technical specifications

    • Max Width (mm): 450
    • Max Thickness (mm): 8
    • Max Feeding Section 900 mm²: 2400
    • Max Width & Thickness: 450 x 5.3
    • Feeding Rollers Diameter (mm): 120
    • Advance Accuracy (mm): ± 0.05
    • Feed Speed in Continuous (m/min): 120
    • Height Adjustment (mm): ± 75

    Machine and Fixing Plate

    Featuring a sturdy steel frame mounted on a bracket, easily adjust the height for different dies. Enhance control with optional accessories like individual racks for AE-3 and manual hydraulic regulation. Elevate productivity and achieve exceptional results.

    Transmission

    • Maintenance-free AC servomotor with built-in resolver for precise strip positioning.
    • Transmission of the driving force to the drive roller by means of pulleys and toothed belt with zero clearance. Precision reducer.
    • Power transmission to top roller via hardened and ground precision spur gears.
    • Motion-Drive digital servo-controller for processes with repetition on the feed length.

    Feeding Head

    • Two drive rollers in treated steel, reduced mass and non-slip treatment. Surface hardness of 60-62 HRC.
    • Pneumatic adjustable tread pressure of the rollers on the strip.
    • Opening of the rollers by means of pneumatic cylinders in synchronism with the cycle of the press for self-centering (pilot release) of the strip in the case of working with dies with centering pilots.
    • Manual regulation of the thickness to be worked by means of a pipe wrench from the side and visualization by an analog indicator.
    • Support roller track and adjustable side guides at the entrance.

    Control Unit

    Our product offers a comprehensive setup with all necessary auxiliary electrical equipment and individual protection elements, separate from the feeder. You have the flexibility to choose between single-step, sequential, or multistep options. The electronic control system comprises a connection cabinet and a terminal equipped with a color LCD touch screen for seamless operation.

    • Main switch
    • Programmable feed length up to 9999 mm
    • Programmable speed in %
    • Operational parameters
    • Diagnosis and display error’s messages
    • Emergency stop
    • Manual mode and automatic continuous mode

    Memorization of 100 tools sequences with 25 programming lines
    Multistep: Up to 10 tools, memorization of 100 tools with 25 programming lines.

    Model AE-3/300 AE-3/450 AE-3/600 AE-3/750 AE-3/1000
    Max Width (mm) 300 450 600 750 1000
    Max Thickness (mm) 8 8 8 8 8
    Max Feeding Section (mm²) 2400 2400 2400 2400 2400
    Max Width x Max Thickness 300 x 8 450 x 5.3 600 x 4 750 x 3.2 1000 x 2.4
    Feeding Rollers Diameter (mm) 120 120 120 120 120
    Advance Accuracy (mm) ± 0.05 ± 0.05 ± 0.05 ± 0.05 ± 0.05
    Feed Speed in Continuous (m/min) 120 120 120 120 120
    Height Adjustment (mm) ± 75 ± 75 ± 75 ± 75 ± 75

    Coil Feeding System Inquiry Guidelines for Customers

    To ensure we provide the most effective and efficient coil feeding system for your needs, we kindly ask you to provide detailed information about your requirements. The guide below is designed to help you identify and communicate the specific details of your project. This information will enable us to tailor our solutions precisely to your needs, ensuring optimal performance and satisfaction.

    General Requirements:

    • Space Dimensions: Specify the area available (length x width x height).
    • Working Direction: Indicate preferred operational direction.
    • Feeding Height: State the required height for material feeding.
    • Voltage Requirements: Mention electrical specifications needed.

    Material Details:

    • Type of Material: Describe the material (steel, aluminum, etc.).
    • Thickness Range: Provide the range of material thickness.
    • Width Range: Indicate the width range of the material.
    • Yield Strength: Specify the material’s yield strength.

    Equipment Specifications:

    • Decoiler Details: Include maximum coil weight and inner/outer diameter.
    • Cart Options: Mention if a cart is required for coil handling.

    Straightener and Feeder Specifications:

    • Straightener Thickness Range: State the thickness range the straightener can handle.
    • Feeder Speed: Indicate the required feeding speed.
    • Advance Distance: Mention the advance distance per stroke.

    Production Line Configuration:

    • Configuration Type: Choose from options like compact, short, or long line.
    • Part Description/Drawing: Provide a detailed description or a drawing of the production part.

    Lara Spain, a leading name in the metal forming industry. With over 25 years of experience, Lara specializes in the design, manufacture, and installation of top-tier machinery for metal forming processes. Their product range includes Metal Coil Decoilers, Coil Straighteners, Coil feeders, and other essential equipment for Metal Strip Processing.

    Lara serves a diverse range of industries using metal forming applications, including automotive, aerospace, and construction. Lara’s strong presence in the European and Global Metal Stamping market is a testament to their quality and reliability.

    Why does The Workshop Press Company choose to sell LARA metal coil feeding systems? It is because Lara Spain has a proven record of combining expertise, quality, and service while delivering the best solutions for our customers’ metal forming requirements. Their team comprises of seasoned engineers that understand the unique challenges of the metal forming industry and they dedicated to providing the most effective solutions.

    Lara’s products are crafted from the highest quality materials and components, and they undergo rigorous testing to ensure they meet or exceed our customers’ rigorous expectations. Lara’s commitment doesn’t end with product delivery because they offer a comprehensive range of services, including engineering, project management, and after-sales support, to help you maximize the value of your metal processing equipment.

    The Workshop Press Company offers coil feeding systems from Lara Spain because they are reliable, high-quality metal forming machinery. Contact us today to learn more about our products and services.