TPT May 2009

dimensional accuracy and surface quality. It is also possible to produce complex internal profiles by using mandrels as tooling, while the wall thickness of the workpiece can also be reduced specifically in less stressed areas. Rotary swaging is generally suitable for the economic manufacture of tubular shafts. In addition to these examples, there are many other applications that prove their advantages in high volume production.

Felss GmbH – Austria Fax : +49 7232 402 122 Email : info@felss.de Website : www.felss.de

Precision drawn tube for automotive applications

Standard-Metallwerke GmbH, Germany, is the manufacturer of precision drawn and premium tube in aluminium, copper and brass. These products are utilized in applications including automotive, aerospace, HVAC/R, industry and solar. The company develops and supplies a range of innovative solutions, including coaxial tubes for tube-in-tube systems. This solution allows heat exchange between two independent running liquid media to be perfectly used in the field of air conditioning, and cooling devices for automotive applications.

 (From left to right) coaxial tube, finned tube and s-cooler tube

Adapted to the market requirements, the company’s finned tubes feature a maximum efficient heat exchange solution. The individually adapted size of ribs enables outstanding performance for various applications. Aluminium tubes are predominantly used to guarantee the demand for lightweight systems, and to support a high requirement of stability. In addition, the company offers PA12 coated S-Cot tubes to deliver insulation, optimum protection against corrosion, and maximum mechanical impact protection – the best solution for a severe environment. Standard-Metallwerke has recently developed a super, long-life alloy, based on a unique chemical composition for drawn tubes, branded S-Life. This alloys provides high corrosion resistance and outstanding SWAAT-test results. Standard-Metallwerke GmbH – Germany Email : info@standard-metall.de Fax : +49 2922 808 185 • Website : www.standard-metall.com

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