FOCUS ON STAMPING
AN EYE ON EFFICIENCY
Compact equipment OEM , Bobcat Company , recently opened a new highly automated tandem press line at its Gwinner facility in North Dakota , USA .
“ Bobcat has invested in energy-efficient press technology from Swedish specialist , AP & T .”
Above : A Bobcat T86 compact track loader . Inset : Mike Ballweber , President of Doosan Bobcat North America .
Bobcat Company , a manufacturer of compact equipment , is increasing its production capacity at its Gwinner , North Dakota , USA facility . A new , highly automated tandem press line , which recently began production , is expected to more than double press production capabilities , reduce energy consumption , lower noise levels and improve complex forming for sheet-metal parts , all of which will help to meet demand for Bobcat equipment .
“ This investment will provide us with new capabilities and efficiencies in our metal stamping operations , and it also aligns with our commitment to innovation , sustainability and continued investments in our manufacturing footprint ,” said Mike Ballweber , President of Doosan Bobcat North America .
The US $ 9.3-million investment in punch press automation and press technology at its manufacturing facility in Gwinner was supplemented with an additional US $ 1.2- million investment for entrance and building upgrades at the facility .
Since 1958 , Bobcat Company has been a leading global manufacturer of compact equipment . Supported by a worldwide network of independent dealers and distributors , Bobcat offers an extensive line of compact equipment including loaders ; excavators ; compact tractors ; utility products ; telehandlers ; mowers ; attachments ; implements ; parts and services . Its North American headquarters is in West Fargo , North Dakota ( USA ).
Servo-hydraulic press to boost energy efficiency
Above : Bobcat ’ s North American headquarters in West Fargo , ND , USA . Right : A compact tractor from Bobcat .
The new press line includes AP & T ’ s energy-efficient , servo-hydraulic press and automation . The assignment also includes line integration , operator training and support .
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