UNIMAST

Forklift mast channel machining

UNIMAST CNC machine | Machining of mast profiles in pairs for forklifts | Multi-sided machining of profiles | unisign.com

Unimast

  • Multi-sided machining and automatic feeding of profiles
  • High output – up to 80.000 pairs per year

Precision and machining in pairs

The UNIMAST is a state-of-the-art vertical CNC machining center designed specifically for forklift mast channels. This CNC machine seamlessly integrates into your existing production flow and processes mast channels in the exact order required for the subsequent processes like welding. The flexible product clamping ensures that no changeover is necessary when switching between profile shapes and dimensions. Profile lengths ranging from 1 to 8 meters can be processed in any combination without interruption.
This dedicated CNC machine delivers the highest levels of productivity, flexibility and safety. Additionally, it is easy to program and user-friendly.

Benefits

Maximizing throughput

Our UNIMAST CNC machine processes rolled steel mast channels in pairs, securely clamped in a double NC-controlled indexer, one for the left beam and the other for the right beam. This enables simultaneous machining of both beams in a single operation ensuring efficient material flow and seamless integration into your production line.

UNIMAST CNC machine | Maximizing uptime in forklift mast channel machining | unisign.com

Unmatched flexibility

At Unisign, we understand the complexities of forklift mast manufacturing. The UNIMAST accommodates a wide range of profiles, including H, U, I, and custom shapes, in varying cross-sections and lengths. It processes profiles from 1 to 8 meters long and can rotate them along their longitudinal axis for precise machining on all four sides.

Switching between profile types is quick and efficient, enabling you to handle even the most diverse product ranges on a single machine.

UNIMAST CNC machine | Unmatched flexibility in forklift mast channel processing | All types of profiles | Many different lengths | unisign.com

Enhanced safety and operator comfort

The UNIMAST is fully enclosed, allowing for safe operation. All chips are collected within the enclosure and transported out via a chip conveyor.

Loading and unloading
Mast channels are either placed manually on the loader or automatically retrieved from your warehouse. Scanning the barcode or other product codes matches the appropriate machining program, and the machine automatically configures itself. After machining, the channels are transferred to the exit position, ready for the next operation.

UNIMAST CNC machine | Safety and operator comfort in forklift mast channel machining | unisign.com

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Technical specifications

The UNIMAST is a very powerful CNC machine, dedicated for forklift mast channels with automatic adaptability for many variations in profiles, flexible hydraulic clamping and the lowest cost per parts.

Work area

  • X-axis
    2.200 mm
  • Y-axis
    1.000 mm
  • Z-axis
    600 mm

Spindle

  • Gear box driven
    51 kW
    6.000 min-1
    1.000 Nm

Various

  • Tooling
  • Taper size
    HSK-A100
  • Number of pockets
    41#
  • Tool change time
    9 sec
  • Speed
  • Rapid traverse
    32.000 mm/min
  • Feed rate
    5-32.000 mm/min

Accessories

  • Minimum quantity lubrication MQL
  • Measuring probe
  • Conveyor system for material flow
  • Siemens

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  • Logistics
  • Energy
  • General machining

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