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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
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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:
Fax: +49 2922 808 185 • Website :