Cooling Drum Accumulator for extrusion-based Tire Component Manufacturing systems

Maintain Continuous Production in Extrusion-Based Tire Component Manufacturing Systems

Steelastic’s Cooling Drum Accumulator (CDA) is designed to support continuous operation within extrusion-based tire component manufacturing systems for steel belt and body ply production. By enabling upstream extrusion to continue running while downstream processes are paused to make minor adjustments, windup changes, etc, the CDA helps tire manufacturers improve production efficiency, reduce interruptions, and maintain consistent component quality.

Integrated into Steelastic’s broader equipment systems, the CDA also enhances cooling performance, supporting reliable handling and processing of extruded components in demanding manufacturing environments.

What Sets the Cooling Drum Accumulator Apart?

  • Enhanced Cooling Capacity: The eleven cooling drum configuration provides better cooling capability than older fixed drum units.
  • Reduced Waste: Incline accumulation reduces waste from extrusion start/stop cycles.
  • Simplified Operations: Inline accumulation permits downstream stoppages for minor adjustments and windup changes
  • Compact Footprint: Designed to directly replace legacy fixed cooling drum units

 

 

Maintain Continuous Production in Extrusion-Based Tire Component Manufacturing

Steelastic’s cooling drum accumulator prevents stoppages, protects throughput, and improves downstream performance of belt and body ply lines.

Cooling drum accumulator diagram

 

Key Benefits

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5+ Minutes of Accumulation
Protect uptime during wind-up changes and system adjustments.

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Extruder Keeps Running
Continuous output even during downstream stoppages.

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Improved Cooling Stability
Material cools consistently, reducing variation.

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No Full Line Stops
Avoid unnecessary waste and downtime.

 

Customizations & Options

Stand-alone option available with a dedicated PLC for fast integration into existing systems

Specifications

Specifications
Maximum Accumulation Time: 5.3 Minutes
Maximum Accumulation Length: 15.9 Meters
Maximum Material Width: 254mm [10”]
Power Requirements: 380-480VAC, 50/60HZ, 15A

 

Contact Steelastic to find out more!

Enhance the safety, quality, and efficiency of your extrusion lines. Contact Steelastic or fill out the form above to find out more.