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Merkle HighPulse 551 RS Welding System

Manufacturer
Merkle
Model
HighPulse 551 RS
Type
Welding System
Year
2015
Category
Metal processing machines
Sub-category
Welding and cutting
Price: Upon request

Description

a cooling station and a longitudinal beam welding machine is available. Beam height range: 70mm-500mm

Max. beam length: 13700mm
Flange width: 120mm/150mm
Flange thickness range: 5mm-20mm
Web plate thickness range: 3mm-10mm
Clear width: 85mm-500mm
Web offset at 15° transition: 50mm. 1) Welding system
Track length: 20m
Rotating device: 0°-45°
Total clamping and tack welding range: 14300mm
Guide spacing: 500mm
Roller conveyor height: 800mm
Welding process: MIG/MAG-Pulse-Arc
Travel speed: 6m/min
Vertical stroke: 800mm
Horizontal stroke: 2x270mm
Power sources: 2x HighPulse 550 RS
Torch: MSB 400W. 2) Tack welding device
Tack welding position: 45°
Max. changeover time: 10min. 3) Transport and cooling line
Tack welding area roller conveyor length: 15000mm
Buffer and cooling area roller conveyor length: 15180mm
Welding area roller conveyor length: 18055mm
Roller diameter tack/buffer/welding: 80mm/80mm/200mm
Roller width: 245mm/245mm/2200mm

AI Description

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Capabilities

The Merkle HighPulse 551 RS is a complete longitudinal beam welding system designed for precision welding of structural steel beams and carriers. This 2015 model handles beams from 70–500mm in height and up to 13,700mm in length, with a 20-meter track setup and rotating capability from 0–45 degrees. The system includes a tack welding station, cooling station, and main welding machine, accommodating various flange widths and web plate thicknesses for versatile beam configurations.

Industries & Uses

Businesses in structural steel fabrication, automotive component manufacturing, heavy machinery production, and bridge/construction engineering rely on systems like this to weld load-bearing beams efficiently and consistently. It's ideal for operations producing standardized or semi-standardized beam products at moderate to high volumes.

What to Check When Buying

When evaluating this used system, inspect the welding torch condition, electrode consumables availability, and cooling system functionality—these see heavy wear. Request full maintenance records, particularly for the track mechanism and rotating device, as smooth operation is critical for quality welds. Check the electrical and hydraulic systems thoroughly, and confirm spare parts availability for this specific Merkle model. Have an experienced operator or technician test the machine's clamping precision and welding consistency before purchase.

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