Moser-Baer AG in Switzerland is streamlining the production process for its world-famous railroad clocks with a new type of profile bending machine: With four bending rollers instead of the usual three, the Mobamatic MPB23 profile bending machine, with the mechanical platform developed and built by Moser-Baer, can bend a wide variety of profiles without straight end pieces. The automation specialist Pneutronic AG implemented the complete drive and control technology. PC-based control and the AX8000 multi-axis servo system with TwinSAFE ensure a compact design, precision, and safe operation without safety guards and laser scanners. Read more
