Superior Tooling will support SHL’s strategic manufacturing operations globally, especially strengthening its vertical capabilities for the new site in North Charleston, while solidifying its local presence. This expansion of strengths underlines SHL’s global strategy, emphasising one of its distinctive features – full in-house manufacturing – and positions tooling as one of SHL’s core competencies close to the new manufacturing site in South Carolina.

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By integrating sensors and stops, the console can be easily integrated into a partially or fully automated process, either via the power press control or a separate, optional control system.

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The acquisition of Superior Tooling not only supports the tooling needs of SHL’s in-house manufacturing but also its strategy to deliver the highest quality tools to customers across industries. The US company will work closely with SHL’s existing tooling departments to develop new solutions for its global customer base.

It is intended for shortening set-up times when changing over batch runs in press shops where components are formed from large metal sheet, such as in the automotive supply chain. The equipment is either dedicated to one press and fixed in position, or supplied as a mobile unit on wheels to allow it to be easily transported between different presses. Special customised solutions can also be ordered, including for handling even heavier loads.

The equipment is available in different versions suitable for almost any type of press. It may be factory-fitted in the case of a new installation or retrofitted to existing presses. The compact design makes it particularly suitable for use when the press bed is low or where space is limited.

"This acquisition marks a significant milestone in our journey towards globalising our operations to better serve our customer base. We are happy to welcome Superior Tooling into the SHL family.”

SHL Medical, a provider of advanced drug delivery solutions headquartered in Switzerland, announces the acquisition of Superior Tooling Inc., a US manufacturer of plastic injection moulds through quality tooling, based in Wake Forest, North Carolina.

Ulrich Faessler, chairman and CEO of SHL Medical, looks forward to the collaboration: “The demand for our autoinjectors, including treatment areas such as diabetes and weight management, is growing rapidly. Through continuous advancements and dedication, we deliver on our strategic vision to uphold our position as market leaders.

“This marks a significant step forward for our potential and growth trajectory. We take great pride in having our capabilities recognised by a global player, and eagerly look forward to maximising them as integral members of SHL Medical. I am confident that the synergies between our capabilities and SHL’s established tooling expertise will prove highly advantageous for both our existing and new customers,” expressed Robbie Earnhardt, president of Superior Tooling.

With the introduction of a new carrying console Roemheld has increased maximum weight that can be handled by more than half from 32 to 50 tonnes. This is possible due to the electrically actuated chain drive and support feet.

With two new manufacturing sites underway in North Charleston, SC, USA, and Zug, Switzerland, complementing the existing facilities in Taiwan, SHL strategically addresses the growing demand in the autoinjector market.

Dies and moulds can be manoeuvred quickly and safely on and off the table of power presses using a wide range of carrying consoles from Roemheld.

Once at the machine, the carrying console's integrated docking system, which is equipped with a hydraulic lifting column and foot lever for easy adjustment, ensures that it is firmly attached to the press before a die is placed onto it by a forklift or crane. The integrated chain drive moves the die at up to two meters per minute to its final position in the press via integrated roller and ball bars, positioning it with millimetre precision.