Automatic Prop-Shaft Balancing Machines

Universal's broad range of fully automatic prop-shaft balancing machines will meet automotive industry demands for fast and accurate balancing of single and multilink prop-shaft assemblies.

The advanced horizontal axis machines are built on modular design principles to ensure reliable, round-the-clock operation over extended production runs.
They incorporate latest generation controls with intuitive, Windows-based touch screen operation.

The units also feature sophisticated work handling and high capability, medium frequency weld modules - to provide automatic measurement and correction in a single, high-speed production operation.

With cycle times of less than 60s, the Unibal balancers typically achieve cycle times up to 50% faster than competitors' equipment.

At the heart of the new machines is the company's BTD-UNI 44 control system, which employs demodulated sinewave technology to provide instant results in up to four balance planes. The system's advanced software not only determines the correction weight to be applied at each balance position, but also indexes the workpiece to the correct point for them to be secured by the automatic weld heads.

Machines can also be fitted with laser run-out monitoring units, as well as super-accurate tooling equipped with air sensing to confirm correct seating of components prior to cycle start.

The Unibal prop-shaft balancers can be supplied with a variety of loading systems, ranging from manual component location at a preload position, to fully automated twin-conveyor systems suitable for high speed production environments.

In addition, Universal Balancing will custom-engineer any special tooling or additional work handling options to meet individual customer requirements.

"The flexibility and multi-plane measurement capabilities of these new machines have already generated high levels of interest within the prop-shaft manufacturing sector", says Universal Balancing's Managing Director, Steve Fowler. "When combined with the system's accuracy and fast cycle times, they make a highly cost-effective package.

RECO UNIBAL is proud to represent Universal Balancing and all their balancing machines and balancing equipment. Our expertise will enable Reco Unibal to solve all your balancing needs from new to reconditioned. Please contact RECO UNIBAL with any inquiries you may have.