5000 Bodymaker
The 5000 Bodymaker is an advanced, horizontal, double-action press for production of steel or aluminium DWI cans at high speeds and efficiencies. Designed ultimately to be capable of 500 strokes per minute, the 5000 has already run at speeds up to 420 cans per minute in production. The increase in speed has been made possible by a greatly simplified drive mechanism, with the main drive connected directly to the crankshaft. Using sophisticated computer modelling techniques, the crankshaft has been overbalanced to minimise vibration. To improve reliability, an air bag based hold-down mechanism is used to control the cup redraw tooling. The 5000 Bodymaker has a hydraulic clutch/ brake system fitted as standard to provide reliable machine control with minimal maintenance. It incorporates CMB Engineering’s well proven rapid stop module which controls braking to allow accurate stopping of the machine at high speeds. The 5000 Bodymaker tool cradle can be designed to suit your specific tooling requirements. Designed ultimately to be capable of 500 strokes per minute Ram guidance is provided by either a coolant-fed non-metallic bush or a high pressure oil-fed hydrostatic bush. A separate low pressure lubrication system feeds the main bearings, swing lever and cam followers. The bodymaker can be fitted with an optional dual stroke swing lever, allowing for flexibility in machine configuration. The bodymaker discharge conveyor is quick and easy to set up for quick changeovers. This can be configured for different bodymaker/ trimmer positions.

Key Benefits400 spm or more – higher speeds increase line cost-effectiveness and reduce overall capital costImproved hold-down mechanism for cup redraw to improve reliability and accuracyOverbalanced crankshaft to minimise vibrationHydraulic clutch and brake for accurate stopping at high speeds and reduced maintenanceRotary turret discharge with vacuum/magnetic interconnecting conveyor for smoother handlingImproved lubrication systemBetter access for easy maintenance and quick changes