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Sizing Industrial Shock Absorbers for
Vertical Rollover Mechanism

Vertical rollover mechanisms rotate parts or fixtures completely over in a vertical plane, generating significant kinetic energy that must be managed safely and precisely. At Shockbuffer, we offer specialized industrial shock absorber selection and expert sizing of shock absorbers for these demanding applications, ensuring smooth deceleration and preventing mechanical damage. Our medium industrial shock absorbers are engineered to handle the dynamic loads and rotational forces typical of rollover systems, helping reduce vibration, protect equipment, and keep processes running reliably. Choosing the right shock absorber for machinery ensures consistent performance and extends machine life.

Formulae

VR = ( RR · A ) / t

E1 = W · VR · 0.25

F = T/ RS

E2 = F ⋅ S

E3 = E1 + E2

E4 = (E3 · c)

Vs = Rs · A / t

We = (2 · E3) / Vs

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Example: Sizing Industrial Shock Absorbers for Vertical Rollover Mechanism

W = 700 kg

A = 3.14159 rad

Rs = 1.2 m

T = 1400 N·m

s = 0.050 m

C = 100 /hr

RR = 1.5 m

t = 3 sec

VR = (1.5 · 3.14159) / 3 = 1.6 m/s

E1 = 700 · 1.62 · 0.25 = 448 Nm

F = 1400 / 1.2 = 1166 N

E2 = 1166 · 0.050 = 59 Nm

E3 = 448 + 59 = 507 Nm

E4 = 507 · 100 = 50700 Nm/hr

Vs = (1.2 · 3.14159 ) / 3 = 1.3 m/s

We = (2 · 507 ) / 1.3  = 600 kg

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Vertical Rollover Mechanism

Model choosen -SBN-M33x1.5S50H3

Application of Industrial Shock Absorbers

 

Typical shock absorber applications in this category include:

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  • Automated rollover fixtures for welding, painting, or assembly operations

  • Vertical inverters used to flip parts or pallets during production

  • Tooling and jigs that rotate parts 180° for multi-sided processing

  • Rollover stations in material handling systems or testing equipment

  • Vertical flipping devices on packaging lines

  • Mechanisms that rotate large panels or frames to access different sides

 

In all these cases, a medium industrial shock absorber must be carefully sized to absorb the kinetic energy created by the vertical rollover motion, ensuring controlled stopping and protecting mechanical structures from excessive shock and stress.

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