Haimer Shrink-Fit Machine Features Integrated Cooling
Westec 2023: Power Clamp Air i4.0 Eco provides smooth and clean cooling of all kinds of toolholders or collets by air, without dirt and water residue.
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Haimer displays its Power Clamp Air i4.0 Eco, a high performance shrink-fit machine with integrated cooling for all tools (solid carbide and HSS). According to Haimer, the machine is suitable for reliable shrinking and cooling of shrink-fit collets and toolholders. It provides smooth and clean cooling of all kinds of toolholders or collets by air, without dirt and water residue. When shrinking collets or toolholders, the scanner reads shrinking parameters from data-matrix codes to provide seamless operation and efficiency.
Power Clamp Air i4.0 Eco is network-compatible and Industry 4.0-ready for communication on the shop floor. Its 7" display features intuitive software for simplified usability. The machine is designed for shrink-fit collets and tool holders with a variety of wall thicknesses. The Intelligent NG coil has length-adjusting adaptability and two heating zones, enabling for even and efficient heating across the nose of the shrink-fit chuck. It features contour-independent air cooling with temperature control, as well as a pneumatic brake in the cooling hood with touch release.
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