by Ana Urbina (Admin)
Shrink-fitting: Prevent structural collapse with a solution you can trust
In the metalworking industry (automotive, mechanical engineering, etc.), products demand vastly different manufacturing techniques to achieve optimal results. At Selmatec, we want to make sure that you are covered on every single area.
Shrinking often comes into the picture when working with rings, wheels and pipes. This process, which aims to join two metal pieces together, is extremely useful to assemble complex pieces without the need for adhesive. Instead, shrink-fitting works by expanding a metal component via induction heating to fit it with another component. The heated piece is then cooled so it can shrink until it firmly encloses the second component.
Although the process has a simple principle, your monitoring solution must be robust and highly accurate to avoid potential errors.
Prevent structural collapse with a solution that will leave no detail to chance
Our Selmatec PH-Inspector software system and our wide range of devices are ready to support you. With the PH-Inspector you can view and analyze data in-real-time, as well as instant alerts as soon as parameters are not met. Mix and match our software with robust devices for a highly tailored strategy and you will be able to monitor large and small areas.
One of the biggest concerns when shrinking is maintaining material integrity for proper fitting. If temperature is irregular during heating and cooling, the metal component will damage and become distorted. This renders it unable to fit properly and it cannot be reused if loosened again with targeted heating.
Our experts can recommend IR- Cameras for large area monitoring, like our TV30, CIR-Camera and SWIR-Camera, or pyrometers for targeted area monitoring, like Endurance, Thermalert4 and MI3-100. All these devices can be integrated easily with our PH-Inspector software that allows plug-and-play device installation. Additionally, the software has a modular design that enables customizable installation. Discover the available add-ons and install the PH-Inspector according to the needs of your plant and your business.
Contact our team and we will help you find the best solution for your steel applications.