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The KAUP hook-on Fork Positioner T411Z is a robust attachment for exceptionally heavy duty operation - ideal for uneven surfaces. Spreading forces induced, for example when handling coils (several) cable drums, rolls or wire coils, can readily be supported due to the large overlap of sectional profiles between fork guide and clamp body. Speedy working cycles and millimetre accurate positioning of the transport load is possible.

Metzner has developed a fully automatic processing machine with outstanding cutting quality and great length accuracy for steel cable wires of up to 20 mm diameter. The steel cable wires are fed by a motorised feeding device in combination with a contact-free loop control. Then, program-controlled and positionally accurate marking tapes are applied to the steel cable – with a cycle time of less than two seconds. In addition, a wax printer marks all the fastening and processing points that will be required for subsequent processing. This labelling method is carried out in a continuous process. The cut is then made using a special cutting process. Precise length accuracy is achieved by a special laser measuring system. A material stacker with a storage area of up to 12 metres ensures that the steel cable wires are deposited in an orderly manner. All cut steel rope can be stored and sorted according to length to allow it to be removed at a later point.

This special Metzner development is able to process cable wires with a diameter of up to 28 mm. The cycle time for this is 2000 mm / 35 seconds. The processing steps include long slitting, sawing, circumferential cutting, stripping, brushing and depositing. An integrated ink jet printer labels the cable wires with information or markings. As the heart of the processing method, Metzner uses a newly developed stripping head that combines a rotary cut with a powerful clamping and simultaneous rotation of the material. This enables a high-precision, multi-stage radial cut through the various layers of material. Microscopic quality inspection confirms that the processing is flawless with no scratches, pressure or abrasion marks. In addition to the high machining quality, the machinery also offers special precision: both the overall length and the machining position are maintained with an accuracy of 0.2 mm. The machine can process cable wires with diameters up to 28 mm.

The specially developed production line can unwind, label, roughen, cut to length, strip, wind, bind and automatically deposit the cable wires. The material to be processed is unwound by a motorised unwinder and fed to a thermal transfer printer via a straightener. The latter prints the cable with two QR codes and a serial number. This ensures that each cable can be identified throughout the entire processing and manufacturing process and assigned to the stations which have already passed through. This traceability offers great advantages – for example in the diagnosis of faults. The cable then passes through a roughening station, which lightly roughens the material surface so that the connector overmoulding adheres better later on. An AM 3550 from Metzner Maschinenbau cuts to length and strips the cable, which is then transported to the winding station and onwards by a gripper to the binding machine. The latter winds the cable to form a cable ring.

Plastic-coated steel cablestrands are cut to length using a special shear cut module and then stripped with the cutting module of the AM3500 without the wires "jumping open".Bare steel cable wires are transported by the modified AM 3500 directly to the special cutting machine, which is coupled between the AM 3500 and the material stacker and which cuts the material to length by a thermal process. Due to the special electric welding process used here, the individual wires do not twist up during cutting, and a smooth rope start and a smooth rope end without thickening are produced. Long steel cable wires/strands are placed in a tray after processing, while short pieces of material fall down a chute into a collecting container. With the high-performance solution developed by Metzner, the customer can process different types of material in different processes. Further advantages of the machinery are high precision, high quality, an increase in productivity and lower personnel costs.

The powerful "universal cutting machine" with superior pulling and cutting strength. The contact pressure between the conveyor belts is pneumatically controlled and opens and closes automatically when the cover is opened and closed. Ideal for solid and dimensionally stable materials. Metzner also offers the Variocut in three “Red – Green – Blue" equipment lines. Each equipment variant is based on the same basic model with the same high-quality mechanical components. The individual models differ in speed, control and the interfaces for peripherals.

Electrical cabinets contain the electrical and electronic components of a process engineering system, a machine tool, or production equipment that is not directly located in the machine. They are manufactured by special switch cabinet builders or by the machine manufacturers themselves. To save costs, there are automation solutions that are not only worthwhile for large production series, but are also suitable for the more efficient and economical production of individual and small series. Metzner offers a unique and comprehensive system solution to reduce your expenses in switchgear construction. Depending on your requirements, different stripping and crimping machines are available, which differ in terms of design, performance and degree of automation. METZNER TRIATHLON SERIES - for precise cutting to length and one- or two-sided stripping - for crimping the ferrules (single- and double-sided) - for individual labelling of strands with different printing method

The Metzner AM 5000 range includes the flagship models for precise processing of thick cables up to 240 mm² section and 35 mm diameter. Even the basic specification models, with their high torque and powerful three-stage step motors offer the highest level of cutting and haul-off power. All models are equipped with as standard with the Metzner double-knife system that enables very varied and multi-stage processes to be performed. Moreover, with convincing operator-friendliness and long service life. Metzner AM 5000 models are also suited to processing thinner braided cables from 1.5 mm² The stripping full haul-off 1side/2nd side amount to 270-450 mm and 90-270 mm, for partial haul-off 450 mm and 270 mm. For interuption-free automatic production, a number of sensors monitor the material feeding If a material blockage occurs, the production stops automatically and the operator is informed about the cause of the fault.

The cable processing machines in the AM 3800 range are characterised by their outstanding cutting and haul-off power and their modular, robust and long-life construction for continuous use in industrial applications. These machines outstandingly combine power and versatility. Equipped with cutting power for cables up to 70 mm sectionand 20 mm diameter, they are the ideal solution for an unusually wide spectrum of applications. Depending o the processing demands, numerous knife contours and technologies are available: the patented double-knife system allows different processes to be performed in a single working pass. The circumferential rotary cut offers an exact cutting round cables with very thin or tough insulation outer cover.

Corrugated tubes are used to protect cable wires and cable harnesses. When cutting this corrugated tube sheathing to length, it is important to cut precisely and reliably on the crest of the shaft, to avoid forming sharp cutting edges which damage the in-drawn cable wires. Metzner revolutionised the cutting to length of slotted corrugated tubes with the SM 4000 corrugated tube cutting machine. It is the only machine in the world that can guarantee a precision cut on the crest of the shaft due to its unique and patented feed and cutting technology. A laser sensor monitors the production and activates the cut precisely and repetitively with up to 8000 cuts per hour. The SM 4000 with its patented "toothed wheel laser system" is the only machine in the world that guarantees twist-proof feed- and cutting technology for slotted corrugated tubes

Unslotted corrugated tubes are used to protect cable wires and cable harnesses. When cutting this corrugated tube sheathing to length, it is important to cut precisely and reliably on the crest of the wave, to avoid forming sharp cutting edges which damage the in-drawn cable wires. Metzner corrugated tube cutting machines of the CT 4000 series process corrugated tubes with great reliability and precision. Thanks to our many years of experience in processing corrugated tubes, we know the challenges that some corrugated tubes present and are well prepared for them. Our wide range of standard equipment ensures the best possible processing of your corrugated tubes. l The Metzner CT 4200 additionally offers an integrated slitting device for automatic slitting of unslit corrugated tubes. For material diameters from 7.5 mm to 40 mm.

The »All-rounder« with particularly gentle and fine adjustment of the pressure between the transport belts. Ideal for soft and elastic material. The ST-OB is available in Red or Green versions. The Metzner ST-OB is for cutting cables & strands up to 30 mm diameter. Thanks to the gentle adjustment of the pressure between the transport belt also optimal for cutting rubber seals. WIDE SPECTRUM The cut-to-length machines of the ST-OB range have convincing precision, compact construction and processing spectrum for products such as cables, wires, braided cables, shrink-fit tubes, and numerous other materials.

The EM 600 can integrate up to six successive process tools in one single station. After insertion, the cable remains in a fixed position while the tools move towards the cable to provide optimum protection for the HV cable wires. The total cycle time of an EM 600 station is approx. 35 seconds for all operations of this station, with a total capacity of approx. 400,000 cable ends per year.

Metzner offers low-cost individual stations in the field of e‑mobility for the entry into high-voltage cable processing. For the first time, the EM 101 module offers a solution for removing the cable foil without affecting the cable shield. The automatic processing of high-voltage cable wires also necessitates the connection of various components of the connector system. The Metzner EM 102 takes care of this. The EM 103 allows the cable shield to be opened and cut using a patented process which ensures that there is absolutely no contact with the inner insulation. The EM 103S offers the functionality of the proven EM 103 to meet the requirements of smaller cable wires of up to 8 mm diameter. These cost-effective models cannot be integrated into an automation line and are equipped with only limited traceability functions.

Round copper wires made from Cu-ETP1 and Cu-OF1 in bare, tin-plated, nickel-plated, silver-plated or gold-plated, soft annealed. Single-wire diameter ranging from Ø 0.05 mm to Ø 0.51 mm. Number of wires used for strands: between 3 and 24 wires (subject to single-wire diameter).

Flat copper wire made from Cu-ETP1 and Cu-OF1 in bare. Thickness: 0,038 mm – 1,0 mm Width: 0,80 mm – 6,0 mm Our flat copper wires are absolute burr free. They are characterised by maximum precision and originally round edges, particularly suitable for busbars, flat conductors or shielding.

Several bunched single wires or bundles made from Cu-ETP1 and Cu-OF1 in bare, tin-plated, nickel-plated or silver-plated, soft annealed. Single-wire diameter ranging from Ø 0.05 mm to Ø 0.51 mm, left-hand lay or right-hand lay. Cross-section ranging from 0.005 mm² to 630 mm². Those single wires do not hold a fixed position inside the strand. Their position relative to one another undergoes a permanent change along the entire length of the bunch. The construction of a bunch is derived from the cross-section required, which leads to the electrical conductor featuring a certain resistance level. Different cross-sections with the same resistance value can be generated by applying single wires of varying sizes. Owing to their good efficiency our bunched single wires are versatile in a multitude of applications in cables and conductors.

High-precision silver-plated single wire used as core for coaxial cables. Size range from Ø 0.10 mm to Ø 1.8 mm, manufactured on a specially designed machine. HF wire is characterised by a highly constant diameter, outstanding centricity and an extremely pure surface.

Wires with a particular shape (neither round nor flat wire). Subject to our customers’ specification there are various conceivable solutions such as triangle, polygon, bones or trapeze shape, and many more. Made from Cu-ETP1 and Cu-OF1 in bare, soft annealed or hard. LEONI Histral® alloys upon request. Cross-section: up to approx. 2.5 mm², depending on shape, further cross-sections upon request. Profile wires are mainly suitable for electrical conductors in a plastic profile and for busbars. They are space saving and have bigger contact areas. Certain shapes give a more secure hold in plastic profiles.

Round copper wire made from Cu-ETP1 and Cu-OF1 in bare, tin-plated, nickel-plated, silver-plated or gold-plated, hard or soft annealed. Single wire diameter ranging from Ø 0.04 mm to Ø 1.8 mm. Single wire for high-frequency (HF) technology: High-precision silver-plated single wire used as core for coaxial cables, size range from 0.10 mm to 1.8 mm. This single wire is manufactured on a specially designed machine and is characterised by a highly constant diameter, outstanding centricity and an extremely pure surface.

Strands with a concentric structure made from Cu-ETP1, Cu-OF1 and LEONI Histral® alloys in bare, tin-plated, nickel-plated or silver-plated, soft annealed. Single-wire diameter ranging from Ø 0.05 mm to Ø 0.51 mm, left-hand lay or right-hand lay. Cross-section ranging from 0.02 mm² to 630 mm². The individual wires are subject to an exact positioning around a core wire, which ensures an all-out uniform structure. Concentric strands are particularly appropriate for thin-gauge coating with high-grade isolation materials (extrusions). 7-end strands are especially suited for data cables with high frequencies of transmission. The technical qualities of a concentric strand can be extremely well and accurately customized by combining several different alloy wires.

Strands with a semi-concentric structure made from Cu-ETP1, Cu-OF1 and LEONI Histral® alloys in bare, tin-plated, nickel-plated or silver-plated, soft annealed. Single-wire diameter ranging from Ø 0.05 mm to Ø 0.51 mm, left-hand lay or right-hand lay. Cross-section ranging from 0.03 mm² to 16 mm². The individual wires are subject to an exact positioning, yet without an additional core wire, which ensures an all-out uniform structure. Concentric strands are particularly appropriate for thin-gauge coating with high-grade isolation materials (extrusions). The technical qualities of a semi-concentric strand can be extremely well and accurately customized by combining several different alloy wires.

Semi-concentric or concentric strands with very short lay lengths and an extraordinarily smooth surface made from Cu-ETP1 and Cu-OF1 in bare, tin-plated, nickel-plated or silver-plated, soft annealed. Single-wire diameter ranging from Ø 0.05 mm to Ø 0.51 mm, left-hand lay or right-hand lay. Cross-section ranging from 0.02 mm² to 16 mm². LEONI has had its manufacturing process specifically dedicated to this type of product patented. LEONI smooth bunches boast an exceptionally compact and precise round structure and have a very good Flex life. They are particularly suitable for moving applications and for thin-gauge coating with high-grade isolation materials benefitting from a long flex life as well as weight and space efficiency.

Compact braided round copper flexibles made from Cu-ETP1 and Cu-OF1, LEONI Histral® alloys upon request, in bare, tin-plated, nickel-plated or silver-plated, in hard or soft annealed. Single-wire diameter ranging from Ø 0.05 mm to Ø 0.10 mm. Cross-section ranging from 0.047 mm² to 25 mm² (bigger cross-sections upon request). Round copper braids are characterised by a very high degree of dimensional accuracy and a very high Flex life. They are absolute free from twist and support an automatic further processing. Compact braided round copper flexibles are particularly suitable for carbon brushes industry, connection technology, switches or aviation industry.

Compact braided square and rectangular copper flexibles made from Cu-ETP1, Cu-OF1 and LEONI Histral® alloys (upon request) in bare, tin-plated or silver-plated. Single-wire diameter ranging from Ø 0.05 mm to Ø 0.20 mm. Cross-section ranging from 0.47 mm² to 50 mm² (further dimensions upon request). Square copper braids require less space in comparison to round copper braids with the same cross-section. There is a precise positioning owing to square or rectangular shape, which allows for failure-free and fully automated downstream manufacture. Squre or rectangular copper braids are characterised by very good Flex life, being absolute free from twist, a compact cutting surface, a very high degree of dimensional accuracy and a very long lifetime. Compact braided square and rectangular copper flexibles are particularly suitable for applications in carbon brushes industry, connection technology, switches and aviation industry.

High-flexible copper-based ropes, enclosed by an additional braid, made from Cu-ETP1, Cu-OF1 and LEONI Histral® alloys (upon request) in bare, tin-plated, nickel-plated and silver-plated, hard or soft annealed. Single-wire diameter ranging from Ø 0.05 mm to Ø 0.10 mm. Cross-section ranging from 0.35 mm² to 120 mm² (bigger cross-sections upon request). Our ropes with overall braids are characterised by their good flexibility and their excellent mechanical strength. The overall braid has a vibration-reducing function and prevents unrevelling of the rope. Ropes with overall braids are mainly suitable for automotive, industrial applications and for connectors.

High-flexible round strands and ropes made from Cu-ETP1, Cu-OF1, aluminium and LEONI Histral® alloys (upon request) in bare, tin-plated, nickel-plated and silver-plated, hard or soft annealed. Single-wire diameter ranging from Ø 0.05 mm to Ø 0.51 mm, left-hand lay or right-hand lay. Cross-section ranging from 0.02 mm² to 630 mm² (bigger cross-sections upon request). High-flexible round strands and ropes are mainly suitable for earthing straps, connectors, conductors for low-voltage lighting and for welding technology.

Fabric tapes, braided into a tube and then flat-rolled (if needed). Made from Cu-ETP1, Cu-OF1 and LEONI Histral® alloys upon request, in bare, tin-plated, nickel-plated and silver-plated, hard or soft annealed. Single-wire diameter ranging from Ø 0.05 mm to Ø 0.40 mm. Cross-section ranging from 0.09 mm² to 400 mm². Our flat-rolled fabric tapes are characterised by a very high degree of dimensional accuracy. Suitable for earthing straps, connectors or electrotechnical components.

Tubular-knitted copper tape made from Cu-ETP1 and Cu-OF1 in tin-plated, bare upon request, soft annealed. Single wire diameter Ø 0.10 mm, processed in 1 x 0.10 mm or 2 x 0.10 mm. Width 25 mm. For electrical shielding.