Open Automation for Open-Die Processes | Danieli Breda

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Mar 8, 2017 Forging Staff

DANFORGE+ is an off-line, multi-function program designed specifically to be managed and used by the
machine operator via desktop HMI.

DANIELI BREDA has developed DANFORGE+, a process technology platform dedicated to the control and
automation of open-die forging plants. It is an open automation system that provides complete co-ordination
between press and manipulators allowing full integrated controls for highest productivity and repeatability of
forging cycle considering the limits dictated by the type of material, working temperature, geometrical shape of
work piece and dies.

DANFORGE+ consists of a series of different modules, each with a specific function in providing technological
data and technological functions:
DFORM For a given ingot and final size it calculates the optimum sequence for forging based on most suitable
forging strategies, defining time, energy, costs for the process, all necessary data for determning process
feasibility, time calculation, and cost evaluation.
MTUNE On the basis of a typical product, or set of products, Mtune calculates the performances achievable
with different machine parameterization. It is a function that becomes necessary for defining the best choices in
terms of layout, machine parameters, for simulations in case of revamping or new equipment.
PROG-DES Is the tool that creates a forging schedule to be downloaded and run on the forging automation
system. It creates a bridge from simulation to real operation.
SIMUPASS simulates the open-die forging process in order to provide feedback on machine motions and
allow the process designer to check, modify, and fine-tune the most critical operations.
DIEDES, integrated with CAD functions, manages tooling design and creates/maintains the set of tools to be
used in the forge shop.
PLOT provides output data of the modules in graphics that allow comparison of different options.
HMI is the actual interface for press operator with the machines automation; it is a subset of all the functions,
installed on the press operators desktop.
AUTOMA This function runs on the logic controller, bridging the knowledge and resource power of the upper
level of automation with the operating force of the forging equipment.
Q-PRED With an embedded, FEA module, this function predicts deformation levels and the microstructure of
forged pieces.

DANFORGE is basically an off-line program, designed specifically to be managed and used by the machine
operator. The production and process experience of Danieli Breda provides a continuous resource for updating
DANFORGE calculation algorithms, providing forging operators with a very wide range of possible applications.
Learn more at www.danieli.com
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