Flipping-Stations

Flipping material—without compromising quality or cycle time

Whether for preparing lamination processes, two-sided processing, or stacking layers with alternating orientations, manual flipping is error-prone, physically demanding, and can damage sensitive materials. Rotte’s Flipping Stations solve this problem with controlled, guided turning movements.

Safe turning for technical laminates and panels: Precise flipping with Flipping Stations from Rotte.

In the production of technical laminates, panels, prepregs, or multilayer composite structures, it is often necessary to flip sheets or layers between process steps—precisely and without damage. This is where Rotte’s Flipping Stations come into play: Our solutions enable automated or semi-automated flipping of large-format, delicate, or heavy sheet materials—process-safe, repeatable, and tailored to your requirements. For greater efficiency, ergonomic operation, and seamless downstream processing in your production.

Example

 

Usable size approx. 457 mm x 610 mm
Transport width 610 mm
Total length approx. 1100 mm
Total width approx. 1350 mm
Working height 950 mm
Max. package height 75 mm
Max. package weight 150 kg
Conveyor chain speed 130 mm/sec

Your benefits:

 

  • Damage-free flipping even for sensitive, multilayer, or coated materials
  • Reproducible workflows with consistently high cycle performance
  • Ergonomic operation through automated or power-assisted flipping mechanisms
  • Even load distribution for large-format and heavy workpieces
  • Flexibility for different formats, layer counts, and material combinations

Custom Flipping Stations for your production processes

Rotte develops Flipping Stations precisely according to your requirements: from manually operated stations with pneumatic assistance to fully automated flip units with robotic integration. Whether single sheets or complete layer stacks, whether inline or as a stand-alone solution—our stations integrate seamlessly into existing material flows. We design gripper technology, bearing systems, safety concepts, and user interfaces based on your process chain.

Technology for sensitive handling and precise alignment

The turning mechanism of our Flipping Stations is based on robust drive and guide systems that ensure smooth movement even at high cycle rates and heavy loads. Intelligent sensors and optional image processing ensure that every layer is positioned accurately and correctly oriented after flipping. This prevents twisting, misalignment, and damage—enabling seamless downstream processing in the next step.

As a partner for practical automation solutions, Rotte supports you from the first consultation through to turnkey delivery. Our Flipping Stations are developed, engineered, and tested in close coordination with your production to ensure they fit seamlessly into your workflows. We also provide service, upgrades, and process optimization—long after your custom system has been commissioned.

Improve your material flow now—with Flipping Stations from Rotte

Do you want to flip sensitive layered materials safely, quickly, and ergonomically? Then get in touch with the experts at Rotte today. Our Flipping Stations are the answer to rising quality demands, the need for unlimited scalability, and modern production environments—tailored to your flat material processing applications. Contact your personal Rotte representative now!

One Company, Many Advantages

Ulrich Rotte Anlagenbau & Fördertechnik GmbH is your specialist in custom machinery. In addition to our innovative solutions in special-purpose machinery and automation technology, you also benefit from a wide range of customer and after-sales services:

Your Advantages at a Glance:

  • Decades of experience in special-purpose machinery
  • Extensive know-how across all areas of automation technology
  • High expertise in the latest technologies and applications for Industry 4.0
  • All services from a single source—from development and design to manufacturing, assembly, commissioning, and regular on-site maintenance
  • Optional training of your machine operators, technicians, and supervisors at your facility
  • Mechanical engineering made in Germany – we design and manufacture exclusively in Germany
  • Personalized customer support – you will always have a qualified contact person available