WCA January 2024

Technology News

Technical advantages of constant force springs Alcomex Springs is offering its expertise in the constant force spring – a solution that is more compact and lighter than many other methods of return or retraction, making it suitable for a range of industries. for manufacturers looking to optimise their products.

Alcomex constant force springs and assemblies are used in applications across various industries. For example, for the aeronautics industry the company develops jet and cargo door opening and closing assistance systems, which are critical for ensuring the safety and efficiency of air travel. In the green energy sector, the company is working on cable retraction assistance solutions for electric vehicle chargers, enabling more convenient and efficient charging. It also provides solutions for the POS, defence, equipment and health industries, among others. Alcomex is able to produce custom springs and sub-assemblies tailored to meet specific needs. Its team of experts is ready to collabor- ate with clients, providing guidance and support in developing solutions. Alcomex Springs www.alcomexsprings.com

Constant force extension springs are produced from flat strip material and coiled using proprietary processes to a definite curvature, in order to provide the required force output. The springs can offer long linear deflections and unique force characteristics, with constant rate, positive rate or negative rate over the working deflection. There is practically no limit to the rate of extension or acceleration, and the

The constant force spring is designed to provide a smooth and constant load over its entire length of travel, eliminating the need for dead weights, linkages, cylinders and other systems. This feature alone can decrease the size and cost of devices, making it an option

springs can be attached and partially or fully extended in a variety of ways. The springs are typically mounted so that the coil body is fixed but free to rotate (either on a shaft or in a slot) and the outer end of the coil is deflected. Alternatively the outer end of the coil can be fixed, while the coil body is deflected.

Constant force extension springs

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