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TECDOS TM – Tool Mover

The RUD TECDOS TM safely turns, rotates and tilts heavy moulds up to 64 tonnes using a handheld pendant. It needs no floor anchoring, can be moved by forklift and rotates tools in seconds, improving safety, efficiency and tool protection.

Features

RUD mould turning systems are engineered for safe, ergonomic and efficient handling of heavy tools. The TECDOS TM provides controlled turning, rotating and tilting of large moulds without floor anchoring, reducing manual handling risks and improving safety, precision and productivity across maintenance and production environments.

Safe turning, rotating & tilting up to 64 tonnes

Controlled pendant operation turns heavy moulds in seconds, improving safety during maintenance and changeovers.

No floor anchoring required

Freestanding design allows flexible placement anywhere and easy repositioning with a forklift.

Protects moulds & prevents damage

Stable construction and a non-slip surface ensure secure, gentle turning without strain or impact on the tool.

Ergonomic one-person operation

Reduces manual effort and eliminates risky handling methods, improving operator comfort and safety.

Optional custom plates

Bespoke plate designs available to accommodate different mould shapes, tooling surfaces and operational requirements.

Optional safety protection

Add-on contact protection and front/rear bumper hoops provide additional operator safety and crush-zone prevention.

Applications

RUD mould turning systems support safer and more efficient workflows wherever heavy tools need to be positioned for work. The TECDOS TM enables quick, controlled turning during maintenance, cleaning, inspection and tool changeovers, helping teams reduce downtime, avoid tool damage and streamline daily mould-handling operations.

Turning and rotating injection moulding tools

Provides safe, controlled positioning of heavy moulds for handling and workflow tasks.

Tilting tools for maintenance, cleaning and inspection

Allows moulds to be angled securely so technicians can access all surfaces safely and efficiently.

Positioning punching and forming tools

Supports the safe orientation of large, heavy tools for preparation, servicing or setup.

Tool changeovers in production environments

Speeds up tool rotation during changeovers, helping reduce downtime and improve workflow continuity.

Safe turning in tool rooms and maintenance areas

Improves ergonomics and reduces manual strain when repositioning tools for repair or adjustment.

Integrated use with TECDOS MSB or TMB systems

Creates a complete mould-handling workflow when combined with lifting or storage systems.

Industries

RUD mould handling systems are trusted across industries where heavy tools must be handled safely, efficiently and without damage. The TECDOS TM supports reliable tool positioning during maintenance, cleaning and changeovers, helping reduce downtime and improve operator safety in demanding production environments.

Automotive manufacturing

Plastics & injection moulding

Tool & mould making

Aerospace & defence

Industrial machinery & die casting

Heavy equipment & metalworking

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