Turning units
With special turning units such as turning tables or blank turning tables, a wide range of heavy loads can be turned, from sheet metal to blank stacks, tools, round steel blanks or coils. An innovative and durable heavy load transportation solution from WIMO Hebetechnik is ideal for these challenges.
The special feature of a turning unit from WIMO® is that it is custom-designed and developed for the individual application scenario in the company. For this purpose, all on-site circumstances are analysed and taken into consideration. The designs of our turning units are just as varied as their application areas. For example, depending on customer requirements, the transported load can be turned with a turning unit from WIMO® by 90 degrees or 180 degrees. In addition, operation of this special transport solution is simple and convenient. Turning units from WIMO Hebetechnik are all-round devices that can support operational processes in an extremely profitable way.
Coil turning device, motor-driven (90°)
- Integrated stop rail for precise centering
- Control via hand-operated button from a safe distance
- Gentle turning without edge pressure
- Compact design – space-saving integration into the hall
- Optionally available with forklift pockets for mobile use
Mechanical Turning spreader with synchronisation device
- Tongs arms open and close symmetrically to the centre
- Self-locking worm gear keeps the load secure in any position
- Particularly suitable for applications without electrical retrofitting
Turning traverse with motorized turning drive
- Form-fitting sprocket contour prevents chain slippage
- Safe turning even with asymmetrical loads
- Robust design
Turning spreader with motorised drive and lifting straps
- Motorised reversing drive for different loads
- PU-coated lifting straps protect the load and straps
- Versatile use for sensitive goods
![[Translate to English:] Wendetraverse mit motorischem Wendeantrieb für unterschiedliche Güter](/fileadmin/_processed_/a/e/csm_07_Wendetraverse-motorischer-Wendeantrieb_f3e2dffb94.jpg)
Turning device with hold-down fork (90°/180°)
- Electromechanically operated hold-down fork prevents tipping or slipping
- Safe and controlled turning of heavy loads
Special turning device, hydraulically retractable
- Powerful solution for heavy components
- Pit installation enables ergonomic working height
- Control via control panel from a safe distance
- Edge-protecting turning for sensitive transport goods
Turning device for multiple palletized stacks of blanks (180°)
- Simultaneous turning of multiple stacks of blanks using WIMO special stanchions
- Convenient loading and unloading from the front using a forklift truck
![[Translate to English:] Wendeeinrichtung für automatisches 180°-Wenden palettierter, nicht abgebundener Platinenstapel](/fileadmin/_processed_/8/0/csm_07_Wendeeinrichtung-automatisches-Wenden_96d6b66541.jpg)
Automatic turning device with charging carriage (180°), including pallet
- Fully automatic, monitored turning system
- Loading and unloading possible by crane or forklift truck
- Precise positioning thanks to hydraulically operated guides
- Integrated pallet holding device – ready for the next turning operation
Automatic turning device with loading carriage (180°), without pallet
- Automatic separation of the blank stack from the carrier pallet
- After turning, the pallet is automatically fed back in
- Lighter pallets can be used – no stress from clamping forces
- Ideal for high throughput rates in automated lines
(delivered to Audi Hungaria Motor Kft.)
![[Translate to English:] Wendeeinrichtung mit Beladewagen für automatisches 180°-Wenden von Platinenstapel ohne Palette (geliefert an Audi Hungaria Motor Kft.)](/fileadmin/_processed_/1/c/csm_06_Wendeeinrichtung-Beladewagen_5c9c94ec42.jpg)
Wire coil turning device, motor-driven (90°)
- Compact design for flexible installation in halls
- Control via hand-operated button from a safe distance
- Optionally available with forklift pockets for mobile use at multiple locations
Recessed coil turning device, hydraulically driven (90°)
- Ideal for heavy components thanks to powerful hydraulic drive
- Operated via hand switch from a safe distance
- Gentle turning process thanks to flat support without edge pressure
- Recessed into the hall floor – ergonomic loading and unloading at working height
Hydraulic scissor-type lifting table with swivel plate
- Swivel work platform for flexible handling
- Hydraulic drive for precise positioning of heavy components
Compact turning device with loading trolley (180°), without pallet
- Loading and unloading either by crane or forklift truck
- Flexible integration into existing manufacturing processes
![[Translate to English:] Wendeeinrichtung mit Beladewagen für 180°-Wenden von Platinenstapel ohne Palette](/fileadmin/_processed_/c/3/csm_08_Wendeeinrichtung-Beladewagen-Wenden_7ccf7e847d.jpg)
Coil turning device, motor-driven (90°), with prism support
- U-shaped opening for loading and unloading using coil hooks or coil tongs
- Gentle transport thanks to reduced edge pressure load
- Compact design for space-saving integration
- Control from a safe distance
- Optionally available with forklift pockets for mobile use
![[Translate to English:] Wenden Stahlcoil](/fileadmin/_processed_/4/3/csm_Seite_10-1-wendeeinrichtung_8a0cb44c82.jpg)
Sheet metal turning device with roller conveyor and hydraulic system
- 180° turning of palletised sheet metal packages – fully motorised
- Integrated into fully automated packaging line
- Precise and reliable application
![[Translate to English:] Blechpaket-Wendeeinrichtung mit hydraulischer Klemmung und motorisch angetriebenem Rollengang](/fileadmin/_processed_/1/9/csm_17_Blechpaket-Wendeeinrichtung-hydraulischer-Klemmung_1cdb8e62a2.jpg)
The WIMO® turning unit is the robust solution for the safe and controlled turning of heavy and bulky loads. Whether sheet metal packages, stacks of circuit boards, tools, coils, or round stock – with individually configurable turning crossbeams and turning tables, WIMO ensures smooth and efficient turning processes in production and logistics.
Technical specifications (configurable depending on model)
- Rotation angle: 90° or 180°, depending on application
- Control: manual, semi-automatic, or fully automatic
- Load capacity: individually adapted to load weight
- Operation: convenient control with safety monitoring
- Design: as a turning spreader or turning table
- Drives: mechanical, hydraulic, electric motor
- Construction: stationary, mobile, or compact for integration into existing systems
- PU-coated lifting straps protect the transported goods and ensure gentle turning.
- Optionally available with motorized stop rails for centering the transported goods.
- Hold-down forks prevent the load from slipping or tipping during the turning process.
- Stationary versions can be recessed into pits at floor level for convenient loading and unloading
Typical areas of application
- Metalworking and sheet metal processing
- Tool and mold making
- Automotive and steel industry
- Storage and handling areas with high load requirements
Advantages in use
- Tailor-made design based on individual operating requirements
- Safe and gentle turning of heavy loads
- Convenient operation – manual or automated
- Automatic holding devices for pallets or loads increase process reliability
- Optimization of workflows through targeted integration into existing processes
- Durable technology for continuous use – even under high loads
Technical innovations & USP
- Individual adaptation to local conditions through on-site analysis
- Wide range of designs for a variety of applications
- Can be combined with lifting, storage, or loading equipment
- Can be integrated into fully automated processes
- WIMO special stanchions enable simultaneous turning of multiple stacks of blanks
- Reduced maintenance thanks to robust design
- Variants with rotation range limitation, soft start, or motorized horizontal adjustment available
Have your turning device individually designed. Please contact us for that.
