Design of a Timer-Brake Press

The topic of the article is the modification of a mechanical arm press and its installation on the production line. After discussing the necessity of the development, the design process of a key component – the timer locking mechanism – is elaborated. This is followed by an overview of the press mounting and installation requirements, and the solutions as well as the key components of the equipment, such as the toothed part and the locking mechanism. Detailed assembly models are created, and load tests are performed on the components and surfaces supporting the press using both traditional calculations and finite element methods to verify that the designed structure can withstand mechanical loads without significant deformation. Finally, a development opportunity is presented that allows for the automation of not only the timer-brake press but also any other flanging press.