Intelligent Hydraulics in New Dimensions. Industrial Hydraulics From Rexroth

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1 Industrial Hydraulics Electric Drives and Controls Linear Motion and Assembly Technologies Pneumatics Service Automation Mobile Hydraulics Intelligent Hydraulics in New Dimensions. Industrial Hydraulics From Rexroth The Drive & Control Company

2 2 Industrial Hydraulics You Want to Move More With Less Energy? Then Choose Modern, Intelligent Hydraulics

3 Industrial hydraulics is a fascinating technology. Its advantages make themselves strongly felt in all areas where force has to be economically applied. Where loads have to be uniformly lifted and lowered, linear or rotary motions have to be performed, high accelerations achieved or given speeds maintained, positions approached with precision, power transmitted or processes linked. As the world market leader in industrial hydraulics, Rexroth has a uniquely broad range of hydraulic and electronic components and an internationally unparalleled systems competence geared to specific industries. We can supply you with not only intelligent engineering, but also with intelligent drive and control concepts. By integrating microelectronics, we have expanded the performance of hydraulics. Today, hydraulic drives from Rexroth can make you more competitive than ever. And enable you to develop new fields of application. 3

4 4 Industrial Hydraulics Behind Every Good Application is a Good Product. And Intelligent Engineering

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6 6Customer Benefit Set Standards in New Dimensions: Rexroth Hydraulics Gets You Moving With its extensive product range and outstanding application expertise, Rexroth is the technological and market leader in industrial hydraulics. You benefit from the world s biggest range of standard products, application-adapted products and special customized solutions for industrial hydraulics. Teams operating worldwide engineer and deliver complete turnkey systems. Rexroth is the ideal partner for the development of highly efficient plant and machinery from the initial contact through to commissioning and for the application s entire life-cycle. Extra quality is ensured by internal quality guidelines that go beyond the ISO standards and by performance specifications that are consistently oriented to the upper limits. It is precisely in international large-scale projects and research projects that the Company s financial strength forms a firm foundation. All over the world, Rexroth can provide you with skilled advice, support and exceptional service with its own distribution and service companies in 80 countries.

7 7 Rexroth Hydraulics Exploits Three Functional Principles: 1. Valve technology and control concepts for the reliable control of dynamic masses 2. Secondary control for precise motion processes and energy efficiency 3. Hydrostatic drives with outstanding efficiency This way you always receive the optimum solution based on the most efficient hydraulic principle. For Development Partnerships: Application Centers To give you, the series producer, the best possible support at the early stages in the development of innovative solutions, Rexroth has established international application centers. Join forces with the specialists for applications in your industry from design through to series maturity. For Complete Projects: Systems and Engineering At Rexroth s integrated Systems and Engineering unit and in cooperation with the client, highly specialized teams develop technology-transcending one-off and customized solutions for specific industries. These can be individual hydraulic components or complete turnkey systems. For Better Results: Support and Documentation Rexroth works continuously on improving support and service to the customer. This can include anything from supranational design and product selection aids, approvals, software downloads and information from the application centers through to training in many languages. Keeping Things Moving: Worldwide Presence/After-Sales Service Rexroth has production plants and distribution service companies in over 80 countries of the world. This means that Rexroth customers can supply the best possible, top-quality products and services to all important markets backed up by a strong technology group with international operations.

8 8 Advantages of Hydraulics The Technical Advantages of Modern Hydraulics Take Some Beating Hydraulics doesn t just do the rough work. Combined with modern closed-loop control electronics, it also reveals its outstanding controllability. The high reliability of hydraulics, its high power density in confined installation spaces, its incredible ruggedness and low maintenance requirements speak volumes. Today, many tasks can be handled more efficiently with hydraulics than with most other motion technologies. As it is, hydraulics has the best credentials for countless applications. Novel products such as high-resolution control valves have made innovative drive concepts possible. The development of digital controls with intelligent closed-loop control algorithms and the fusion of actuators and sensors permit faster, more precise and more efficient solutions. The Fundamental Advantages of Hydraulics: High force and power density Low installation space requirements Simple closed-loop controllability of forces, positions and speeds Excellent dynamic response, low mass moment of inertia Simple power storage, branching and limitation High ruggedness, even in exacting conditions High durability and overload safety Maintenance- and repair-friendliness.

9 Hydraulics an Energy-Efficient Technology In the generation of large forces, hydraulics saves energy. On multi-axis automatic lathes, for instance, the introduction of hydraulic accumulators has reduced the required drive power from 46 kw to 5.5 kw. In plastics processing machines, pressure- and flow-controlled pumps ensure a high level of efficiency. Furthermore, the components are stressed far less with the same input of materials. Machine durability is correspondingly high. 9 Hydraulics a Clean, Environment-Friendly Technology Hydraulics doesn t need the lubrication of moving parts, since this function is performed by the fluid in the circuit. Rectangular-section rings, control blocks and suitable threaded pipe fittings permit the construction of leakage-free machines. With whispering power units from Rexroth, even noise can be minimized during pressure generation. Hydraulics a Powerful, Dynamic Technology When it s a question of generating high forces with little power input, there are scarcely any alternatives to hydraulics. Many processes are only possible with hydraulics. In terms of power, there are no upward limits. The hydraulic forces in cylinders are converted directly into linear motion. Rotary motion can be initiated with full start-up torque from a standing start. Hydraulics a Precise, Modern Technology In spite of its power, hydraulics is the ideal technology for delicately performed motions. Positioning accuracy of 1 µm and pressure control to the nearest millisecond are comfortably achieved. Digital controllers and bus technologies make hydraulics easy to integrate in modern control concepts. Hydraulics a Safe, Rugged Technology Large forces can be handled safely with hydraulics. Force control without speed can be realized with ease. Power can be simply accumulated and branched. Pressure relief valves provide effective protection from overload. The components are exceptionally hard-wearing and repair-friendly.

10 10 Electrohydraulics Clear the Stage for New, Intelligent Networking: The World of Electrohydraulics In terms of performance and reliability, intelligent hydraulics Made by Rexroth is today more competitive than ever particularly when combined with electronic control components. For mechanical and plant engineering, modern industrial hydraulics opens up new possibilities. The performance of hydraulic drive components and systems from Rexroth has been enhanced significantly by the consistent integration of microelectronics. Rexroth makes drive solutions possible with decentralized electronic subassemblies, with interfaces to open-loop machine controls, and with closed-loop control electronics and sensors. Via field buses, hydraulic drives can be incorporated just as simply in higherlevel open-loop control concepts today as with electromechanical axes. This opens the way for the intelligent networking of hydraulic drive systems and hence to greater flexibility and efficiency. HNC 100: Hydraulic Controls for Decentralized Drive Structures The HNC 100 from Rexroth is a freely programmable axis control tailored specially for hydraulic drive systems. It handles the closed-loop control of positions, speeds, pressures and synchronization. Communication with high-order open-loop controls is effected via standardized field buses. Hydraulic Solutions With Integrated Electronics and Bus Connection Rexroth realized the first standard hydraulic valve with a fully integrated open- and closed-loop control function. As a result, exceptionally fast control loops as required, for instance, in plastics processing machines can be now created. The field bus connection permits, among other things, simpler installation, more flexible parameterization and remote maintenance. This means that commissioning time and stoppages can be considerably reduced. Hydraulic Solutions With Integrated Axis Control Innovative servo and proportional valves with a digital amplifier and signal processing, integrated axis controllers and field bus connection permit the creation of complete hydraulic axes for pick-and-place applications. The freely parametrizable open- and closed-loop control algorithms optimize hydraulic drive performance.

11 11 Hydraulic Solutions With an Energy-Saving Control System The pressure and flow pump control system combines the advantages of integrated electronics with the possibilities of bus control. The existing advantages of the axial piston pump, such as ruggedness and high efficiency, are supplemented by the digital transmission of command and actual values via the CAN bus. Moreover, closed-loop controller parameters can be adapted by the higher-order open-loop control, and diagnosis data can be read out. Hydraulic Solutions With Incremental Measuring Systems The integration of sensors permits new solutions for the optimization of applications. The best example is CIAMS, the absolute-position measuring system connected to the cylinder rod for controlled, wear-free motions.

12 12 Application Centers Focusing on Your Applications Rexroth supports you competently and holistically in the development of innovative drive and control solutions. Internationally active application centers are at your disposal for the development of all conceivable applications with everything from advisory service, design, development and testing through to series maturity. Punctually, state-of-the-art and with modern project management. You can count on Rexroth s unique hydraulics experience and know-how. At the application centers geared to specific branches of industry, there are highly specialized experts who not only have the required hydraulics expertise, but also always have a keen eye for the customer application. In close contact with leading research institutes, we constantly strive to optimize process technologies and systems.

13 13 Motor-Pump Module for Machine Tools For lathes and machining centers, Rexroth has developed ready-to-install modules for the hydraulic power supply. The electric motor, pump, cooler and valve stacking assemblies form a functional unit with a relatively small number of interfaces for fast-track engineering and assembly. Servo-Hydraulic Axis for Sheet Metalworking Machines By integrating Rexroth axes with high dynamic response, modern sheet metalworking machines can boost their productivity significantly. The fully assembled and tested unit complete with axis electronics permits maximum flexibility during punching, embossing/forming, soft punching and engraving. Pressure Intensifiers for High-Pressure Forming During high-pressure forming with liquid, the tool limits the workpiece s external contours. To apply the required forming force, Rexroth supplies systems with pressure intensifiers that generate the 4,000 bar of hydraulic pressure required for internal forming. Hydraulic Pitch Control for Wind Turbines To finely adjust the flow angle of a wind turbine s rotor blade to the current wind force, Rexroth supplies optimized ready-to-install axes for this application. The hydraulic cylinder, together with its safety block, high-response control valves, position transducers and CAN bus interface, is optimized in terms of efficiency, power and cost-effectiveness.

14 14 Systems and Engineering We Also Smoothly Steer Complete Projects Through to Completion All customers wishing to commission projects from a full-scale supplier will find experienced specialists at Systems and Engineering. Depending on the customer s requirements, the engineering here extends from design and engineering through to commissioning and the supervision of complex turnkey systems. Consequently, Rexroth customers can concentrate more on what they do best. The application of comprehensive specialized knowledge to individual special or one-off solutions across technologies is one of the strengths of this unit. The very latest design and simulation techniques for the analysis of vibrations and component deformation facilitate efficient engineering services that repeatedly set new quality standards throughout the industry. To this end, Bosch Rexroth exploits the huge synergistic potential of an integrated technology group. With the know-how of the world s leading motion specialist and in close cooperation with the client, highly specialized industry-specific teams realize outstanding, state-of-the-art solutions. Rexroth s Engineering Strengths Objective Advice With its technology-transcending approach, Rexroth always recommends the most sensible drive and control solution. You can utilize all three working principles of hydraulics. And you can choose from the world s biggest and broadest product range. Economy In our view, serving the customer means keeping a sharp eye on costs. As a full-service provider, we aim to work efficiently. High quality, a long service life, a worldwide presence and synergies across technologies give the customer quantifiable cost advantages.

15 15 Advice geared to the specific industry Feasibility tests Engineering Development of customized components, drives, simulations and animations Programming, parameter assignment, prototype testing and optimization Interface matching, repair, maintenance and modernisation Supply of fully tested units, supervision and training Supply of original parts Installation and commissioning Warranty Reliability Rexroth takes good care of you and your project. In addition to briefings, training, warranties and repairs, we offer you the certainty of a 24-hour supply of original parts. Trust in the reliability of the world s biggest supplier of hydraulics.

16 16 Key Industries We re Familiar With Your Industry. Here s a Selection Metallurgy Machine tools Foundry technology Steelworks technology Rolling mill technology Whatever the process employed in metallurgy, hydraulic systems from Rexroth improve efficiency, precision and speed. They lift, handle, form and machine even in the toughest environmental conditions such as heat, dust and vibrations. Their strengths include their high degree of automation, incredible power density combined with a significant reduction in drive energy, and outstanding stability. This is probably why all leading metallurgical companies value Rexroth s hydraulic technology in foundries, steelworks and rolling mills. Cutting Non-cutting On non-cutting machine tools in presses, punching presses, bending machines and even internal high-pressure forming machines Rexroth hydraulics has a high level of application know-how. For virtually every application, Rexroth offers special solutions that work highly efficiently and rank among the best of their kind. In the cutting sector, Rexroth hydraulics delivers maximum precision when driving and moving tools and holding workpieces.

17 17 Plastics and Rubber Maritime Applications Injection molding machines Blow molding machines Plastics processing machines For whatever the machine be it for injection molding, blow molding, plastics processing or foaming Rexroth supplies intelligent hydraulic systems with extra power. On injection molding machines, special pump and control systems are employed that precisely meter pressures and speeds, thus enhancing the quality of the end product. In blow molding, Rexroth electrically controlled valve technology ensures extra precision during the blow molding process and higher speed during mold feed. On plastics processing machines, short cycle times with constant high output are made possible by hydraulics. On foaming machines, where aggressive media have to be metered with precision, Rexroth supplies pumps with corrosion-resistant special alloys. Shipping Offshore technology Dredging Ship lifts Transfer systems Shipbuilding, offshore technology, dredging, ship lifts these sectors cover the majority of maritime applications for industrial hydraulics, e.g. lifting and positioning heavy loads (in shipbuilding, with lifting gear and winches), opening and closing hatches or gates, and the drive and control of ships (e.g. with hydraulic steering systems). Leading shipyards and shipping lines all over the world opt for industrial hydraulics from Rexroth not least because of its proverbial reliability in the toughest practical conditions and low life-cycle costs.

18 18 Key Industries Civil Engineering Power Engineering Dams Flood weirs Ship lifts Locks Bascule bridges Roll-on/roll-off linkspans Irrigation systems Civil engineering in the form of dams, weirs, locks, bascule bridges, ship lifts, roll-on/roll-of linkspans or irrigation systems is unthinkable today without hydraulic drive technology. Pumps with servo and proportional valves permit the stepless adjustment of speeds, accelerations, decelerations etc. With innovative technologies, Rexroth is continually enhancing the ruggedness, corrosion resistance and durability of hydraulic drives. Examples of this are ceramic piston rod coatings and integrated absolute-position measuring systems. Wind turbines Power station technology Gas turbine controls Steam turbine controls Gas turbine starters Water turbines Hydraulic systems are ideal for improving the efficient exploitation of wide-ranging forms of energy in power generation. Whatever the system wind energy systems, power station technology, turbines or control systems Rexroth develops integrated, highly advanced openand closed-loop control and safety systems to satisfy the varied requirements of different applications. Wherever they are employed, systems from Rexroth achieve maximum efficiency with minimum input while ensuring optimum safety.

19 19 Entertainment Testing and Simulation Stage machinery Fun and leisure technology Simulators for advertising Animated figures Modern, low-noise stage drives are today part of the standard equipment of any reputable theatre. Many are already equipped with precise and low-noise electrohydraulic or electromechanical stage machinery from Rexroth. The system solutions are characterized by a standard of safety unmatched worldwide, outstanding user comfort and optimum availability. In the entertainment industry, as elsewhere, the standards demanded of special effects are constantly rising. Complex motion processes and extreme forces are therefore employed to give audiences thrills and excitement. At the same time, in all lifting, turning, lowering, braking or locking processes, the emphasis for all concerned is on safety. At film, leisure and theme parks, Rexroth meets the special requirements of animated figures, monsters and driving simulators. Test benches Simulators Crash test facilities Computer simulations Systems for research Motion for training Simulators are largely equipped with Rexroth hydraulics, e.g. flight simulators in which flight staff gain a good deal of their flight experience. Hydraulically powered crash test facilities contribute towards ongoing improvements in passive safety for vehicle passengers. And in testing, hydraulic components from Rexroth are employed in all areas where safe, maintenance- and userfriendly technology is all-important.

20 20Key Industries Wood and Paper Automotive Woodworking and -processing Papermaking In the woodworking and processing industry, hydraulic drives are mainly used in sawmill and veneering machines. In belt saws, for instance, the clamping systems and positioning axes for the log carriage are moved hydraulically. The drives have to be flexible, responsive and accurately positionable, while at the same time withstanding such external influences as vibration. In the papermaking industry, control and drive technology from Rexroth also ensures precise motions and reliable, trouble-free processes in a variety of applications. And the requirements can be very exacting: The machines have to produce high-quality paper at a web speed of up to 120 km per hour without a hitch. Hydraulic systems from Rexroth eliminate roller sag and ensure uniform paper thickness. Foundry installations Mechanical production of drives Press plant Body shell construction Assembly technology Training Rexroth cooperates very closely with the automotive industry and machine suppliers. Responsibility starts right at the planning stage of hydraulic equipment for production facilities. This continues with installation, commissioning, day-today operation and training. Whatever the requirement hydraulics for foundries, for the mechanical production of automotive drives, for press plant, for the engineering of vehicle bodies, frames and doors, for painting installations, for assembly equipment or for testing and simulation systems, Rexroth, often as a single-source supplier, takes responsibility for ensuring high productivity. For machine builders and car makers operating worldwide, Rexroth is the ideal supplier of hydraulic drive and control technology.

21 21 Materials Handling General Engineering, Special Applications Bulk goods handling Mining Piece goods handling Container handling Customized materials handling equipment The trend in modern drives in materials handling and transshipment is towards growing size and speed. Since conventional electromechanical drives set the standards, the control characteristics, operational safety, reliability and life-cycle costs of hydraulic drives have to be equal or better. The hydrostatic solutions from Rexroth Industrial Hydraulics comfortably meet these requirements. This is confirmed by numerous international projects. For instance, the classical container quay crane has now evolved into a super post-panamax high-performance crane. Up to 18 rows of containers can be reached with ease with a 5 ship s heel with a 50-metre projection and even faster lifting and trolley traversing speeds. The result of cooperation with manufacturers and operators is solutions with hypermodern hydraulic safety systems. Environmental technology Process engineering Mining Transport technology Customized technology Wherever things are in motion, Rexroth is at the heart of it. Whether people or materials have to be transported, whether loads have to be moved or energy controlled, Rexroth is the driving force. And Rexroth redefines the relationship between man and machine. Technology for mankind available everywhere and at all times has to be safe, reliable and efficient. This is where Rexroth, as in all other sectors, supplies package solutions, geared to the task and so highly developed that those in charge of the project can concentrate on their own disciplines.

22 22 Quality If You Expect Quality, You re in Good Hands With Rexroth As the world s leading supplier of industrial hydraulics, Rexroth occupies a prominent position with its parts, systems and specially adapted electronic components. With Rexroth, builders of machines and plant have access to products that consistently set new standards of performance and quality. Thanks to comprehensive quality management systems, customers all over the world are assured maximum reliability even in the toughest field conditions. It goes without saying that Rexroth products conform to all current national and international standards and can be integrated without difficulty into global concepts. A large number of products have also been granted approvals by international car makers and countless classification institutions.

23 23 Best-in-Class Components According to Rexroth s philosophy, the components brought onto the market must belong to the best in their class. Anyone opting for Rexroth is opting for quality. The best example of this is that only Rexroth offers you large industrial hydraulic control blocks cast in one piece from its own foundry. Unparalleled Know-How Thanks to its vast development and production know-how, Rexroth is able to achieve maximum quality and reliability with all forms of motion. In its bid to build on its technological leadership, Rexroth is constantly opening up new opportunities for its customers. Certification and Standards As a result of comprehensively certified quality management systems, all the products conform to all current national and international demands and standards. This means that you will have no problems integrating Rexroth components or systems into your overall strategy. Uniform Standards Worldwide The standard of quality of our products is uniform internationally, and within Europe a single standard applies. Thanks to the Group s own production plants, subsidiaries and national companies in over 80 countries of the globe, you receive internationally standardized products and services inclusive of after-sales support. Very Latest Tests and Simulations With the latest test methods and highly advanced design and simulation techniques for the analysis of vibrations and component deformation, and prototype testing and optimization, our products consistently redefine quality standards in their respective industries.

24 24 Products Your Springboard for Innovative Solutions: Products From Rexroth Pumps and Motors Rexroth offers a complete range of pumps and motors exploiting all design principles. These include in particular axial piston pumps, internal gear pumps, variable- and fixed-displacement vane pumps, external gear pumps and radial piston pumps. The range is supplemented by pump combinations and compact units, composed of an electric motor and pump unit as a ready-built subassembly. The unbeatably broad range of hydraulic and electronic components in a variety of designs for drive, control and motion is characterized by supreme quality. This has been made possible by Rexroth s profound knowledge of industry s needs, in-depth research and ongoing further development. The range of hydraulic motors consists of axial piston motors, external and internal gear motors, and radial piston motors. The latest development work has been concerned with strongly integrated units consisting of a motor, pump and cooling units for direct tank mounting. These units are generating new system solutions in the machine tool construction sector. Challenging customer requirements have also led to joint development projects giving rise to new drive and control solutions, e.g. control oil and lubrication units for viscosities of 10,000 cst. We suggest a more recognizable unit of measure.

25 25 Cylinders The cylinders for industrial hydraulics comprise tie-rod cylinders, mill-type cylinders, servo cylinders with hydrostatic bearings, and special cylinders up to 45 m long. For many branches of industry, tried-and-tested application-adapted cylinder systems are available on demand. Industrial hydraulics cylinders are distinguished by their high quality. They perform efficiently day after day in high-precision machine tool drives and in the exacting ambient conditions of steelworks and rolling mills, civil engineering and in the offshore sector. Special patented solutions are in operation here: Ceramax (ceramic piston rod coatings), integrated absolute-position measuring systems (CIAMS), self-adjusting end position cushioning and automatic safety bleeding systems. When fitted with hypermodern sealing elements, precision-guided piston rods in standard cylinders last five times longer than those of conventional designs. This minimizes maintenance and service input and improves machine availability.

26 26 Products Compact Hydraulics With the aid of its ingenious identical-parts strategy, Rexroth offers a broad spectrum of cartridge valves. True to Rexroth s claim, there is not only the standard range, but also high-performance cartridge valves employed in more sophisticated applications with higher pressures and fatigue strengths. Whether these are solenoid operated seat and spool valves, proportional valves with adapted electronics, or aluminum or steel block designs, Rexroth supplies the engineer with compact hydraulic components that set standards in terms of service-friendliness, cost-effectiveness and quality. A minimum number of standardized mounting cavities cover all valve functions and ensure maximum flexibility. Ingenious valve designs permit low power loss, maximum functional reliability and system pressures up to 500 bar. Experienced control block engineers are at your disposal for the realization of your compact hydraulics in confined spaces with optimum valve combinations.

27 27 Industrial Controls Units and Accessories With Rexroth s comprehensive industrial hydraulics range, which comprises products and system technology containing on/off valves, servo and proportional valves, control electronics, open- and closedloop control systems, and control plates, solutions are possible for every conceivable application. The product range also of course includes mechanical, hydraulic and electrical controls for drives. For the realization of open- or closedloop-controlled drives, the relevant analog or digital amplifier cards, adapted to the valve technology, are available in Euro card format or on the modular principle. Depending on the application, there is a choice between external electronics and electronics integrated in the valve. As of recently, valves have been equipped with bus interfaces. Hydraulic directional on/off valves from Industrial Hydraulics can be connected directly to AS interfaces. Servo and proportional valves, electrohydraulic axes and pressure and feed systems can be controlled via conventional field buses. Newly developed axis controls with interfaces to higher-level machine controls permit the simple commissioning of complete axes. In Industrial Hydraulics, Rexroth builds small, customized and large scale units for virtually any application to uniform specifications at its various production locations worldwide. Industrial Hydraulics is responding to the customer s growing demand for rapid delivery by developing standardized systems and subassemblies. Modularization extends to drive units, motor-pump groups, oil tanks, filter-cooler heat exchanger units, accumulator stations and pressure relief blocks for pumps. This saves labor during design, engineering, logistics and assembly.

28 28 Service Trust in Our Cross-Technology Service Expertise We have bundled all of the services for the entire Rexroth spectrum of factory and industrial automation products into a single organization. The Service Automation Business Unit unites the customer service and training activities of the Rexroth technology areas of Industrial Hydraulics, Electric Drives and Controls, Linear Motion and Assembly Technologies as well as Pneumatics. All from a single source with only one contact partner. For you, service from Rexroth means worldwide, cross-technology expertise. Product Creation Commissioning Ongoing Operation Service Life Prolongation Comprehensive Portfolio of Services A product- and system-related service concept is developed as early as the creation of the product. Here, all significant experience that our service technicians gain in practice is passed on to the respective technology areas and is evaluated there for the development of new products. We perform assembly before commissioning, either ourselves or under our direction. In doing so we optimize the software and compile product-specific informational materials together with you. During ongoing operation we ensure the supply of spare parts and make suspended products available. In the case of damage, we repair your system and maintain it according to the agreements made in each case. You receive preventive maintenance and monitoring and, where required, remanufacturing from us. We assist you quickly and simply with immediate repairs and replacement units in our service shops. To extend the service life of your system, we offer the option of modernization or retrofitting. Of course, the software or system is adapted depending on the project.

29 29 Our Services Helpdesk fast, competent assistance Helpdesks for competent consultation and answering of your service related questions by specialists as well as hotlines in urgent cases even outside of normal business hours and on weekends Field service system reliability guaranteed Field service for on-site support of commissioning, application problems or troubleshooting and remedies Repair service fast, qualified and certified Repair service according to global, uniform specifications and quality standards of Rexroth Spare parts service for every system Reliable and fast spare parts service with ready-packed spare parts kits for every system. Complete repair sets are sent immediately, as required Retrofitting/Modernization refitting to the latest standard Retrofitting/modernization for favorably priced modernization and refitting of your machines and systems didactic training, teachware and training systems didactic for the efficient use of your machines and systems; extensive training programs for qualifying your employees For You, Our Service Has no Borders Our network of service centers and partners ensures short routes, fast reaction times and direct support. Qualified personnel geographically distributed and a professional coordination of service activities ensure the satisfaction of our customers. We are represented in more than 80 countries around the world. In Germany, 6 sales and 13 service locations are available. Subsidiaries in 36 countries and foreign representatives in an additional 44 countries offer a unique service density for industrial and factory automation.

30 30 The Drive & Control Company What Do You Actually Get from the Drive & Control Company? Rexroth offers you a unique, complete and cross-technology range of services from a single source with a strong global presence, innovative products, a comprehensive portfolio of technology and a high level of system expertise. Thus, you profit from high-quality individual technologies with a broad spectrum of components, modules and services (best in class). We bundle the technologies for you into service packages with best in class components, global service, cross-technology industry expertise, and the targeted selection of the ideal technology for our customers (best as company). The best is: You receive customer-specific systems and complete solutions from a single source, based on holistic consultation and project planning knowledge (best in systems) whether you are active in industrial and factory automation or implement mobile solutions.

31 31 Rexroth, the only global supplier for mechanical engineering and plant construction, commands all relevant technologies for drive, control and motion from mechanical technology to hydraulics, pneumatics and electronics. Industrial Hydraulics Electric Drives and Controls Rexroth is the technology and market leader in industrial hydraulics with an extensive range of products and in-depth application knowledge. Here, you receive the world s most extensive range of standard products, applicationrelated systems and high-quality custom solutions in hydraulics. Complete systems are planned and handed over in a turnkey condition by globally operating teams. Rexroth is the ideal development partner for you for highly efficient machines and production facilities from the first contact to commissioning and throughout the entire service life of the system. In electric drives and controls, Rexroth offers industry-specific systems for the efficient automation of production processes. With a comprehensive, perfectly matched modular system of highly dynamic drives, open control systems and intelligent software packages, we offer you comprehensive and scalable system solutions. Universally applicable frequency converters, modular bolting and insertion systems, as well as complete system solutions for resistance welding round out the extensive portfolio of products. Linear Motion and Assembly Technologies Pneumatics Reliable guiding and precise positioning this is the comprehensive expertise of Rexroth in linear motion and assembly technologies. For example, rail guides, ball screw drives, linear modules and other components act as an interface between stationary and moving machine parts. In addition, we offer aluminium profile systems, complete assembly workstations and transfer systems as well as SCARA robots for creating production plants. All components, modules and systems are absolute top of the line worldwide with regard to their variety and functionality. In pneumatics, Rexroth provides motion with air. With pneumatic, electronic and electro-pneumatic components and systems for the automation of machines and production facilities, we offer a broad range of standard products and application-specific solutions. Moreover, we develop and produce components and systems for control and handling of marine vessels. A special feature of our range of products is found in transport and conveyor systems. Service Automation Rexroth unites the customer service and training activities of the technology areas Industrial Hydraulics, Electric Drives and Controls, Linear Motion and Assembly Technologies as well as Pneumatics under a single roof. Thus, all services required for the entire product range of industrial and factory automation worldwide are bundled in a single organization. Our globally active teams and experts are there for you in more than 80 countries. Mobile Hydraulics Rexroth develops and produces mobile hydraulic systems for the largest machine manufacturers in the world. You profit from the expertise and experience of the world leader for all drive and control solutions for every aspect of mobile machines. With a portfolio of products containing hydraulic drives and controls, planetary transmission, our own electronics expertise and global mobile service unique to the market, we increase the success of our customers. Rexroth has bundled comprehensive system knowledge into application centers for a wide variety of industries for you.

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