Leak tester - measuring leaks and tightness with ATEQ automatic evaluation units
Leak testing is a modern method for measuring leaks and tightness, which is increasingly applied in industrial applications. Tightness testing is essential to ensure product quality and safety in various industrial sectors, such as the automotive industry, aerospace, energy, and more. This article focuses on the advantages of using ATEQ automatic evaluation units and the key aspects to consider when measuring tightness.
ATEQ automatic evaluation units are considered top-tier testing devices for measuring airflow and leakage. Thanks to their automatic calibration functions, they provide high accuracy and reliability. When performing tightness testing, it is crucial to ensure that all openings on the tested body are securely sealed using rubber or other elastic materials.
The accuracy of the measurement is a fundamental factor influencing the cycle time of tightness testing. The main parameters affecting the cycle time include measurement accuracy, leak limit, and the internal volume of the tested body. The cycle time typically ranges from 20 to 90 seconds.
To achieve the most precise results, it is important to use high-quality and clean compressed air. It is recommended to use air of class 1 to 2 to ensure reliable and accurate measurement results.
- Measurement cycle time: 20 - 90 seconds
- Compressed air usage: class 1 - 2
Helicoil installation
Helicoil installation is a critical process in automation that focuses on reinforcing threads in constructions. Helicoils are metal spirals inserted into damaged threads to improve their functionality and strength. Automating helicoil installation becomes particularly challenging when the thread diameter is nearly equal to the helicoil length, making automatic feeding almost impossible.
The key to successful helicoil installation automation is high-quality thread processing, which must have the correct dimensions and be free of burrs. The stability of the thread lead-in is another crucial factor for the efficiency of the machine process (OEE). Automatic helicoil feeding and orientation contribute to installation efficiency and precision. Automated helicoil installations are often combined with depth control and automatic end punch-out mechanisms.
Automation of helicoil installation enables faster, more efficient, and more precise results, improving durability and strengthening constructions.
- The cycle time for helicoil installation typically ranges from 8 to 12 seconds per helicoil.
Robotic insertion of clips, fasteners, and plastic spot welding
Robotic insertion of mounting tabs, clips, and fasteners is an innovative and efficient solution for assembly processes, especially for plastic parts. This process involves using industrial robots to ensure precise and stable insertion of these components into pre-prepared holes.
The key to successful robotic insertion of mounting tabs is stabilizing the hole position (fixation) or using camera detection for dynamic robot path adjustment. This technology allows fast and accurate insertion of tabs, clips, or fasteners without manual handling, significantly increasing productivity and reducing assembly errors.
- The time required for inserting a single clip typically ranges from 3 to 4 seconds.
- The cycle time for plastic spot welding is 10-30 seconds.
Installation of sealing and retaining rings, valve screwing
The installation of sealing and retaining rings, as well as valve screwing, represents a specialized area in industrial applications. Each of these processes requires an individual approach, precision, and technology to achieve optimal results.
Sealing ring insertion involves picking up, expanding the ring, and placing it at the correct height, often with camera-controlled positioning verification. These applications typically use insertion mandrels or jaw-based mechanisms. The sealing surface and ring are lubricated, preferably using an airless spray system, such as those provided by Menzel.
Retaining ring installation is similar in principle, but significant differences exist due to material and technology variations. The most challenging operation in retaining ring installation is automated feeding for insertion automation.
This technology is often combined with the installation of threaded valves, which are particularly challenging due to their small grip area and sensitivity to torque settings, insertion depth, or flow control.
- The cycle time for inserting sealing and retaining rings ranges from 2 to 3 seconds.
- The cycle time for valve screwing ranges from 6 to 8 seconds.
This technology offers an efficient and precise solution for industrial applications requiring the installation of sealing and retaining rings and valve screwing.
Palletizing, depalletizing, and handling
Industrial palletizing and handling are key processes in logistics operations that enable efficient material and product management. Our company specializes in providing comprehensive solutions for automated palletizing and material handling, helping optimize production processes and improve storage and distribution efficiency. With our innovative technologies and extensive equipment portfolio, we can offer solutions for various industries, from food processing to the automotive industry. Our equipment is designed with a focus on robustness, reliability, and ease of use, ensuring seamless operation and minimizing production downtime.
- Cycle times range from fractions of a second to minutes, depending on volume and weight.
- Weight capacity ranges from a few grams to several tons.
Robotic gluing and spot welding
Gluing and spot welding of metals represent two fundamental approaches to joining metal materials, each with its own advantages and applications. Gluing offers benefits such as even load distribution, vibration resistance, and an aesthetically pleasing joint, while spot welding is traditionally associated with high joint strength and resistance to mechanical stress.
The advantages of gluing include the ability to join different materials, easy process automation, and minimal deformation during bonding. On the other hand, spot welding is suitable for applications requiring high joint strength and resistance to extreme conditions.
The best results are often achieved by combining both methods. For example, bonding metal parts with adhesive and then reinforcing the joint with spot welding results in a highly durable and strong connection. This combination allows manufacturers to achieve the best properties of both methods, ensuring effective and reliable production outcomes.
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Our washing systems are equipped with advanced filtration technology, such as aeration and filtration through fine stainless-steel filters, ensuring maximum cleaning efficiency and minimizing workplace contamination.
To achieve optimal results, we use a combination of high-pressure mini-nozzles and high-volume rinsing flow. This technology enables thorough cleaning of even hard-to-reach areas, such as threads or cavities, ensuring the removal of even the smallest contaminants, such as micro-sized metal shavings.
Drying is an integral part of the process, ensuring fast and safe drying of components without the risk of damage or deformation. Our washing systems are available as chamber-based solutions, ideal for smaller part volumes, or continuous flow systems suitable for mass production and continuous operation.
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