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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

Specifications

Overview

Complete longitudinal beam welding system (vehicle carrier) Merkle with tack welding station, cooling station and longitudinal beam welding machine

Beam Specifications

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

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

Tack Welding Device

Tack welding position
45°
Max changeover time
10min

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

Documentation

Documentation available

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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.

This description is AI-generated and is intended as a general guide only. As with all AI-generated content, it may contain inaccuracies. Please verify all details directly with the seller before making a purchasing decision.

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