AFC (Adaptive Force Control)0 pages

AFC — ROLL CLAMP

Minimizing
clamp force
means minimizing product damage and maximizing productivity and profits.

The right clamp force.
Load after load.
WHAT IS AFC?

FEATURES

AFC (Adaptive Force Control) is a computer-controlled
clamping system, transparent to the driver, that
automatically controls the clamp force in proportion to
the load weight. Using a preprogrammed ratio based on
roll weight and paper type, AFC sets the optimal clamp
force each time a roll is grabbed, without demanding
driver input.

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Automatically applies the correct system pressure so
the optimal clamp force is applied to the roll without
driver input.

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Gurarantees that driver can’t spike hydraulic system
with handle movement to overclamp the load.

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If roll sizes or types change after setup, AFC system
parameters can be easily reprogrammed using a laptop or desktop computer.

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AFC can be easily programmed to adapt clamp pressure for special environmental factors such as driving
over dock plates.

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AFC automatically reclamps the load if the clamp
pressure drops below a user-defined value.

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Driver-friendly clamp and hoist light indicates a hoistready condition.

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Operates in both lift-first-tilt-second mode and
tilt-first-lift-second mode.

APPLICATIONS
Used where limiting pressure is required to prevent outof-roundness, or for any pressure-sensitive roll where
overclamping can cause damage. AFC is especially
valuable in converting applications handling both large
full-size rolls and smaller diameter rolls. AFC replaces
manually operated pressure control devices.

INCLUDED WITH AFC
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Load Cushion™—hoist system accumulator that
absorbs shocks, reducing the clamp force required to
handle the load. Great for potholes, railroad tracks and
rough-and-tumble driving conditions.

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Electronic Drop-Stop Valve—prevents pads from
sliding down roll and tearing paper after unclamping
roll in slack-chain condition, and prevents pad jump
when used with an accumulator.

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Digital Display—shows the clamping pressure in the
circuit at all times, indicating that the clamping circuit
is functioning properly.