MRU – Manual Rotation Unit
MRU – Manual Rotation Unit:
Flexible Rotation Tool for Roll, Drum and Cylinder Handling Equipment
In an industrial setting, rotating heavy drums, rolls, and cylindrical objects can be not only a cumbersome task but also fairly risky one. Probably your workers have had to deal with the frustration of manually adjusting the angle of a large barrel, roll or filter housing – struggling to get it in the right position while risking injury from awkward lifting and twisting.
It’s slow, it’s unsafe, and it often takes more people than it should. What if you could remove that hassle entirely? What if simple, reliable cylinder handling equipment could rotate these heavy objects effortlessly, while keeping your team safe and your operation running smoothly?
Our electrical minilifts, combined with a manual rotation unit (MRU), will do exactly that. When paired with various lifting tools suited for the specific load, the MRU will make rotating any cylindrical object easy and effortless.
Modularity Equals Cost-Efficiency:
– Why Keep Reinventing the Wheel When You Can Simply Reuse a Smart Design?
Modular design – it’s the flexible backbone of all our lifters. What does that mean for you? Simply put, it means that no matter the shape of the load you need to rotate, we likely have a solution that’s not only easy to implement but also cost-efficient.
As shown in the picture above, we offer a wide variety of standard lifting tools, including different types of clamps and forks, all of which can be easily mounted on our manual rotation units. But that’s not all – if you have a specially dimensioned load that requires a more tailored approach, we’re happy to customize the lifting tool to suit your exact needs.
When Lifting Isn’t Enough:
– The Power of Manipulators in Complex Load Handling
Lifting loads up and down is a relatively simple task, but when it comes to turning or rotating loads, things get a lot more complex. That’s where a manipulator comes in. A manipulator allows you to move the load in directions beyond just the vertical axis. This added flexibility is often crucial when moving a load from storage to its intended destination.
For tasks that require rotation or precise positioning, a manipulator such as the manual rotation unit (MRU) becomes indispensable. It helps you handle loads more efficiently, especially in scenarios like:
– Emptying a container (e.g., drum, barrel, or box): When you need to empty a container, using clamps with a manual rotation unit can make all the difference. For heavier loads, we recommend our electric linear clamp (ELC) or manual linear clamp (MLC) for maximum precision and control. For lighter loads, our electric clamp (EC), manual clamp (MC), or manual clamp with spindle (MCS) are excellent options.
– Handling containers with unusual shapes or delicate surfaces: Some containers may have awkward shapes or fragile sides that make them difficult to handle with standard equipment. In these cases, specially designed forks can provide the optimal solution.
– Placing a roll on a mandrel: If you need to rotate a roll, a simple mandrel tool won’t suffice. Again, using one of the clamps mentioned above will provide the necessary support for smooth and efficient rotation and subsequent placement.
Thus, our cylinder handling equipment is ideal for handling heavy or off-center loads that require careful manipulation. Its design allows users to maintain precise control over the rotation, even when the weight of the load is unevenly distributed or it is difficult to balance.
How Exactly Does the Manual Rotation Unit Work?
This manual version of our rotation unit (see our electric version here) allows the user to rotate a load by turning a handle on the side of the unit. Internally, a worm gear transfers the movement from the handle to the load and keeps it securely in place, thanks to its self-locking design.
On the outside, the main axle is equipped with a flange, which serves as the attachment point for the selected lifting tool.
Features
- Self-locking gear system for safety and accuracy.
- Large gear ratio allows for the manipulation of heavy off-centre loads.
- Modular design allows the MRU to be combined with a large number of other lifiting tools to hold and rotate various loads.
- Rugged construction for industrial use. With its all-stainless steel construction, the MRU is built to last and for use in demanding industrial environments.
- Handles loads up to 400 kg.
Images for the Manual Rotation Unit (MRU):
Rotation Tool for Roll, Drum and Cylinder Handling Equipment
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