Reliable Pallet Transfer in a Timed Material Flow

At a leading automotive manufacturer, our eccentric lifting device with telescopic fork unit 70-166-HK-G-1300 handles the pick-up and transfer of various pallet types to provide load carriers for automated guided vehicles (AGVs). The system is designed for a payload of 1,000 kg and forms a central interface in the automated material flow. The combination of eccentric lifting device and telescopic fork unit enables precise and repeatable positioning of load carriers at a defined station, from which the AGV picks up the pallets independently.

Integrated Base Frame for Flexible Height Compensation

A key design feature of this solution is the integrated base frame, which provides height compensation beneath the eccentric lifting device. It creates the structural prerequisite for aligning the system exactly to the AGV transfer height, regardless of the local conditions of the installation. This constructive flexibility significantly simplifies integration into existing material flow structures and reduces commissioning effort.

High Availability for Demanding Production Environments

As part of the material flow in automotive production, the system is subject to particularly high demands in terms of availability and quality. Failures or inaccuracies in the transfer process would have a direct impact on the production cycle. The system was therefore designed for continuous 24/7 operation and meets the high quality standards required in the automotive industry.

Are you planning a similar project or do you have specific requirements for the provision of load carriers in your material flow? Contact our sales team. We will be happy to advise you and work with you to develop the right solution for your application.

Technical data:

• Load: 1,000 kg

• Stroke: 1,750 + 30 mm

• Length of the top fork: 1,250 mm

• Length of the unit: 1,300 mm

• Lifting height: 120 mm

• Lifting time: approx 3 s

• Speed telescopic fork (loaded / unloaded): 30 / 60 m/min

• Acceleration telescopic fork (loaded / unloaded): 0,7 / 1,5 m/s²

• Self weight of the complete unit: approx. 1,106 kg

A leading automotive manufacturer relies on our high-quality eccentric lifting devices with telescopic fork unit type 85-174-HK-G-2200, specially developed to safely move empty skids and coating traverses. This project comprised three of these powerful lifting systems – designed for use in demanding 24/7 three-shift operation. With a lifting height of 190 mm and a payload of up to 1000 kg, our systems guarantee maximum operational safety and a high level of reliability during the ongoing production process.

Precision meets durability

Our telescopic fork unit with a stroke of 2200 mm allows flexible and precise positioning of the load carriers. The highest demands for quality and durability have been met through the use of high-quality materials and maintenance-friendly designs. Easy access to all components allows for time-saving inspection and maintenance – an enormous advantage in a continuous production environment.

Customized technology for your needs

Our eccentric lifting devices offer an optimum combination of load capacity, stability and ease of maintenance – specially adapted to the challenges of the automotive industry. If you are looking for a reliable, low-maintenance solution to integrate into your project, please contact our sales team. We will be happy to discuss your requirements and assist you in integrating customized lifting systems into your production line.

Technical data:

• Load: 1000 kg

• Stroke: 2200 + 30 mm

• Length of the top fork: 1700 mm

• Length of the unit: 2200 mm

• Lifting height: 190 mm

• Lifting time: approx 4 s

• Speed telescopic fork (loaded / unloaded): 30 / 60 m/min

• Acceleration telescopic fork (loaded / unloaded): 0,5 / 1 m/s2

• Self weight of the complete unit: approx. 1380 kg

As part of a retrofit project, our customer replaced the existing Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) with new systems. AFB’s task was to supply a telescopic fork unit with an eccentric lifting device specifically designed to meet the requirements of an AGV.  This combination of telescopic fork unit and eccentric lifting device guarantees a safe and efficient transport of euro pallets with sensitive pharmaceutical products. Our design ensures maximum safety and flexibility – the transport lock is integrated directly into the eccentric lifting device to prevent the load from slipping even during movement.

Customisation for specific customer requirements

Our approach was to work closely with the customer to match the eccentric lifting device to the AGV system. In addition to adapting the hydraulic drive solution to the special requirements of transporting high-value goods, it was particularly important to integrate the device into the limited space of the AGV. In this case, precise planning and innovative design guaranteed that all requirements were met – without compromising on functionality or safety.

Housing for maximum protection and safe handling

Another focus of the project was the encapsulation of the eccentric lifting device to ensure maximum safety for operators and the environment. This design not only protects the sensitive goods, but also the people by eliminating any risk from open drive components. This has enabled us to implement a solution that meets both the high safety standards of the pharmaceutical industry and the stringent requirements for reliability and efficiency.

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Technical data:

• Load: 1000 kg

• Stroke: 1450 + 30 mm

• Length of the top fork: 1200 mm

• Length of the unit: 1200 mm

• Lifting height: 185 mm

• Lifting time: approx 3 s

• Speed telescopic fork (loaded / unloaded): 30 / 60 m/min

• Acceleration telescopic fork (loaded / unloaded): 0,5 / 1 m/s2

• Self weight of the complete unit: approx. 600 kg

Custom design for loading hardening furnaces

For a special application at one of our customers, we manufactured an eccentric lifting device with a special telescopic fork. The device was specifically developed and produced by us for loading hardening furnaces. The eccentric lifting device was mounted on a customer-side transfer car.

Safe Transport – even in hot conditions

To be able to accommodate the containers in the hardening furnace, we installed two support arms on the shortened upper fork. To ensure that the device is not damaged at an ambient temperature of up to 650°C, both the support arms and the top fork have been coated with a special heat-resistant paint. Two guide rails on the side of the device ensure optimal load positioning.

Technical data:

• Load: 800 kg

• Stroke: 2258 + 30 mm

• Length of the top fork: 2100 mm

• Length of the unit: 2100 mm

• Width of the unit: 1260 mm

• Lifting height: 235 mm

• Lifting time: approx. 3 s

• Speed telescopic fork (loaded / unloaded): 18 / 30 m/min

• Acceleration telescopic fork (loaded / unloaded): 0,25 / 0,5 m/s2

• Self weight of the complete unit: approx. 800 kg

Eccentric lifting device with chain conveyor and telescopic fork

For our customer we developed an individual eccentric lifting device with chain conveyor and telescopic fork. This fulfills the purpose of storing and retrieving two metal boxes – and that double-deep, with a dimension of 600 x 400 mm. The challenge of the project was to integrate the device into the lifting frame of the stacker crane. In order to be able to lift the boxes free from the upper table in the middle position of the telescopic fork, we use our eccentric lifting device. The integrated chain conveyor is required to ensure a fast transfer of the metal boxes to the conveyor system.

Technical data:

• Load: 180 kg
• Stroke: 1400 + 45 mm
• Length of the top fork: 1350 mm
• Length of the unit: 1400 mm
• Lifting height: 40 mm
• Lifting time: approx 2 s
• Speed telescopic fork (loaded / unloaded): 30 / 60 m/min
• Acceleration telescopic fork (loaded / unloaded): 0,5 / 1 m/s2
• Speed chain conveyor: 12 m/min
• Self weight of the complete unit: approx. 300 kg

To overcome different heights in a production line, we have developed an eccentric lifting station, which fits perfectly into the customer’s logistics. The task of the eccentric lifting device is to enable a transport of pallets to different conveyor levels and thus ensure an automated production. In combination with the existing conveyor systems, a large number of pallets can be transported reliably and quickly. The special feature of this eccentric lifting station is its very compact design. Despite a low height of only 280 mm, a lifting height of 325 mm is achieved. That way, load carriers can be safely transported from a height of 280 mm to over 600 mm. The innovative design ensures, that the eccentric lifting device always reliably performs its task, even under the greatest stress.

Technical specifications:

• Height: 280 mm

• Lifting height: 325 mm

• Width: 780 mm

• Length: 1400 mm

• Weight: approx. 350 kg

Eccentric lifting device installed on a carriage for the storage and retrieval of paper rolls. The eccentric lifting device can carry a payload of 4,500 kg.

An eccentric lifting device with a K-telescopic fork to pick up special load carriers for car body parts in a press shop of an automobile manufacturer. The device has a prong adjustment to pick up different sizes of load carriers.