Adjustable Head and Tailstock

Adjustable Head and Tailstock

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Align Production Systems’ Heavy Duty Adjustable Head and Tailstock Positioners deliver height adjustment & variable-speed rotation in either direction to optimize your fabrication or assembly operation.

Adjustable Head and Tailstock

Adjustable Head & Tailstock

Our positioners are designed to improve worker ergonomics for welding, torching, cutting, or cladding operations by allowing for adjustable in-position welding. Adjustable Head & Tailstock Positioners are offered in weight capacities ranging from just a few thousand pounds and up to tens of thousands of pounds to handle large weldments. Available options range from simple hand controls to robotic interfacing servo package. We also offer custom designed Headstock & Tailstock solutions to fit your project specifications.

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Measurement Units

Model No. Model No.	Capacity (lbs) Capacity (kgs)	Vertical Travel (in) Vertical Travel (mm)	Travel Speed (in) Travel Speed (mm)	Torque (in/lb) Torque (nm)	RPM RPM	Center Height (in) Center Height (mm)	Optional Grounding (amps) Optional Grounding (amps)
Model No. Model No. APS021-008 APS021-008	Capacity (lbs) Capacity (kgs) 8,000 3,600	Vertical Travel (in) Vertical Travel (mm) 60 1524	Travel Speed (in) Travel Speed (mm) 1.7 - 34.0 43 - 864	Torque (in/lb) Torque (nm) 48,000 5423	RPM RPM 0.1 - 3.0 0.1 - 3.0	Center Height (in) Center Height (mm) 18 - 80 457 - 2032	Optional Grounding (amps) Optional Grounding (amps) 800A 800A
Model No. Model No. APS021-015 APS021-015	Capacity (lbs) Capacity (kgs) 15,000 6,800	Vertical Travel (in) Vertical Travel (mm) 60 1524	Travel Speed (in) Travel Speed (mm) 1.7 - 34.1 43 - 864	Torque (in/lb) Torque (nm) 75000 8474	RPM RPM 0.1 - 2.0 0.1 - 2.0	Center Height (in) Center Height (mm) 19 - 80 458 - 2032	Optional Grounding (amps) Optional Grounding (amps) 800A 800A
Model No. Model No. APS021-035 APS021-035	Capacity (lbs) Capacity (kgs) 35,000 15,900	Vertical Travel (in) Vertical Travel (mm) 60 1524	Travel Speed (in) Travel Speed (mm) 1.7 - 34.2 43 - 864	Torque (in/lb) Torque (nm) 190000 21467	RPM RPM .04 - 0.9 .04 - 0.9	Center Height (in) Center Height (mm) 20 - 80 459 - 2032	Optional Grounding (amps) Optional Grounding (amps) 1500A 1500A

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Measurement Units

Model No. Model No.	Description Description
Model No. Model No. APS5040-0100 APS5040-0100	Description Description Auxiliary Control Option / Pendant / HD Head & Tailstock Auxiliary Control Option / Pendant / HD Head & Tailstock
Model No. Model No. APS5040-0110 APS5040-0110	Description Description Auxiliary Control Option / Foot / HD Head & Tailstock Auxiliary Control Option / Foot / HD Head & Tailstock
Model No. Model No. APS5040-0120 APS5040-0120	Description Description Auxiliary Control Option / Remote Stand / HD Head & Tailstock Auxiliary Control Option / Remote Stand / HD Head & Tailstock
Model No. Model No. APS5040-0130 APS5040-0130	Description Description Auxiliary Control Option / Wireless Pendant / HD Head & Tailstock Auxiliary Control Option / Wireless Pendant / HD Head & Tailstock
Model No. Model No. APS5041-0100 APS5041-0100	Description Description Central Grounding / 800A / HD Head & Tailstock Central Grounding / 800A / HD Head & Tailstock
Model No. Model No. APS5041-0110 APS5041-0110	Description Description Central Grounding / 1500A / HD Head & Tailstock Central Grounding / 1500A / HD Head & Tailstock
Model No. Model No. APS5043-XXXX APS5043-XXXX	Description Description Basic Control Stand Basic Control Stand
Model No. Model No. APS5045-XXXX APS5045-XXXX	Description Description Horizontal Adjustment Rails Horizontal Adjustment Rails
Model No. Model No. APS5046-XXXX APS5046-XXXX	Description Description Vertical Rail Bellows Vertical Rail Bellows
Model No. Model No. APS5047-XXXX APS5047-XXXX	Description Description Horizontal Rail Bellows Horizontal Rail Bellows
Model No. Model No. APS5049-XXXX APS5049-XXXX	Description Description Riser Base Riser Base
Model No. Model No. Custom Custom	Description Description Audible/Visual Alarm Audible/Visual Alarm
Model No. Model No. Custom Custom	Description Description Safety Guarding Safety Guarding
Model No. Model No. Custom Custom	Description Description Conical Locators Conical Locators
Model No. Model No. Custom Custom	Description Description Error Proofing Pin Error Proofing Pin
Model No. Model No. Custom Custom	Description Description Rack Present Sensors Rack Present Sensors
Model No. Model No. Custom Custom	Description Description Custom Controls Package Custom Controls Package
Model No. Model No. Custom Custom	Description Description Custom Tooling Interface Custom Tooling Interface

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Adjustable
Height & Width

No matter the size of the weldment, the Heavy Duty Head & Tailstock can be optioned to be adjustable with rail system to move in an out for width, and a vertical control option to keep the operator working in the ergonomic window.

In-Position
Welding

Keeping welds safe and efficient is a huge priority among welders. By being able to control height and width and have multi-axis control of the weldment, workers can feel confident and comfortable while welding in-position every time.

All
Electric

All of our welding positioners feature an electric slew bearing & ball screw lift system, eliminating hydraulic fluid mess and any fire hazards that would normally be an issue.

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Frequent Questions

I need to weld something with a higher capacity than what’s rated on this product.

No worries. We offer custom engineering and designing to match product specifications to your needs. Contact us at 800-888-0018 to speak with us about custom solutions.

What is the difference between the various Head & Tailstock Positioners?

To find the right positioner for your needs, take into consideration the weight of your weldment and understand the features of each of our positioners. The Adjustable Head & Tailstock is our most advanced positioner with height adjustment in addition to weldment rotation while the

Which Head & Tailstock is right for me?

Not should you consider the weight, but it’s important to calculate the torque moment based upon the center of gravity of the load.

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Two-Axis Welding Positioner

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Two-Axis Welding Positioner

Best Weld Performance

Always weld in position and improve worker ergonomics with Two Axis Welding Positioners from Align Production Systems.

Two-Axis Welding Positioner

Two Axis Welding Positioner

Two Axis Welding Positioners are designed for maximizing stability, reducing vibrations, and eliminating elastic deformations that may compromise weld quality. The Positioner has 115° of tilt and full 360° rotation to be able to position the weldment in a comfortable position for the operator.

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Measurement Units

Model No. Model No.	Capacity (lbs) Capacity (kgs)	Torque (in/lb) Torque (nm)	RPM RPM	Max Tilt Angle (deg) Max Tilt Angle (deg)
Model No. Model No. APS023-003 APS023-003	Capacity (lbs) Capacity (kgs) 3,000 1,361	Torque (in/lb) Torque (nm) 750 85	RPM RPM 0.1 - .35 0.1 - .35	Max Tilt Angle (deg) Max Tilt Angle (deg) 115° 115°
Model No. Model No. APS023-005 APS023-005	Capacity (lbs) Capacity (kgs) 5,000 2,268	Torque (in/lb) Torque (nm) 1200 136	RPM RPM 0.1 - .35 0.1 - .35	Max Tilt Angle (deg) Max Tilt Angle (deg) 115° 115°
Model No. Model No. APS023-010 APS023-010	Capacity (lbs) Capacity (kgs) 10,000 4,536	Torque (in/lb) Torque (nm) 3700 418	RPM RPM 0.1 - .35 0.1 - .35	Max Tilt Angle (deg) Max Tilt Angle (deg) 115° 115°
Model No. Model No. APS023-015 APS023-015	Capacity (lbs) Capacity (kgs) 15,000 6,804	Torque (in/lb) Torque (nm) 6250 706	RPM RPM 0.1 - .35 0.1 - .35	Max Tilt Angle (deg) Max Tilt Angle (deg) 115° 115°
Model No. Model No. APS023-025 APS023-025	Capacity (lbs) Capacity (kgs) 25,000 11,340	Torque (in/lb) Torque (nm) 11800 1333	RPM RPM 0.1 - .35 0.1 - .35	Max Tilt Angle (deg) Max Tilt Angle (deg) 115° 115°

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Steady Rotation

The welding positioner’s steady rotation and 115° of tilt allows the operator to access the weld from the optimal angle and maintain a consistent weld in an ergonomic position.

In-Position Welding

Keeping welds safe and efficient is a huge priority among welders. By being able to control the rotation and tilt of the weldment, workers can feel confident and comfortable while welding in-position every time.

All Electric

All of our welding positioners feature an electric slew bearing & ball screw lift system, eliminating hydraulic fluid mess and any fire hazards that would normally be an issue.

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Frequent Questions

I need to weld something with a higher capacity than what’s rated on this product.

No worries. We offer custom engineering and designing to match product specifications to your needs. Contact us at 800-888-0018 to speak with us about custom solutions.

What is the difference between the various Head & Tailstock Positioners?

Head and Tailstock Positioner

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Head and Tailstock Positioner

Position & Weld

Align Production Systems’ Head & Tailstock Positioners deliver powered variable-speed rotation in either direction to optimize your fabrication or assembly operation.

Head and Tailstock Positioner

Head & Tailstock Positioner

This product line is designed to optimize your welding, torching, cutting, or cladding operations. Our standard Head & Tailstock Positioners can handle thousands of pounds of weight, with either manual or robotic interfacing. We specialize in custom designed solutions to fit your project specifications, so we’ll work with you to get the right product for the right application.

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Measurement Units

Model No. Model No.	Capacity (lbs) Capacity (kgs)	Torque (in/lb) Torque (nm)	RPM RPM	Center Height (in) Center Height (mm)
Model No. Model No. APS022-005 APS022-005	Capacity (lbs) Capacity (kgs) 5,000 2,268	Torque (in/lb) Torque (nm) 12000 1356	RPM RPM 0.6 - 6.0 0.6 - 6.0	Center Height (in) Center Height (mm) 33 1/2 851

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360° Rotation

Our Head and Tailstock features 360° bi-directional rotation with zero backlash holding torque, making it as easy as possible to get your weldment in the perfect position for welding.

Reduce Downtime

Eliminating the need for manual position, downtime due to worker fatigue is drastically reduced. Not only is efficiency increased, but worker safety and comfort great increases by being able to weld in the perfect position every time.

All Electric

All of our welding positioners feature an electric slew bearing & ball screw lift system, eliminating hydraulic fluid mess and any fire hazards that would normally be an issue.

VIDEO LIBRARY : DEMO & APPLICATION

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Frequent Questions

I need to weld something with a higher capacity than what’s rated on this product.

No worries. We offer custom engineering and designing to match product specifications to your needs. Contact us at 800-888-0018 to speak with us about custom solutions.

What is the difference between the various Head & Tailstock Positioners?

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