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Technology Update
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EFD Inc, a subsidiary of Nordson
Corp, has launched its new radial
spinner system. This system
enables manufacturers to apply
consistent amounts of adhesives,
lubricants and other production
fluids inside cylindrical parts
between 0.4" and 5" in diameter.
The ability to apply fluids in
neat, uniform bands makes the
radial spinner system suitable
for processes where controlled
amounts must be applied inside
small cylinders or confined to
specific locations. Applications
range from securing engine
components to lubricating
medical devices.
The radial spinner system combines a
compact air-driven motor, low-maintenance
EFD dispense valve and EFD ValveMate™
controller. The valve dispenses a precisely
metered amount of fluid onto a spinning disk
attached to the motor. As fluid reaches the
disk’s edge it spins off, forming a uniform
band inside the part.
EFD International Inc – UK
Fax: +44 1582 664227
Email:
Website:
Side roll stand for
‘panel style’ rollformers
The latest generation of the Ardcor side roll stand from Roll-Kraft, USA, is specifically
designed for ‘panel style’ rollforming machines. The side roll stand requires no
adjustment when making a width change, and reduces changeover time compared to
previous versions.
The design incorporates two separate bases: one mounting to the inboard panel, and
the other mounting to the outboard panel of the mill, while sharing common vertical and
horizontal adjustment screws. The operator simply opens or closes the panels of the
rollformer, and the side stand maintains the proper position.
In addition to solving the problem of manually adjusting the outboard side roll when
making a width change, the side roll stand can be independently adjusted, using the
fine-tuning feature for non-symmetrical profiles. Digital readouts display both the
horizontal and vertical locations of the side rolls to enable fast and repeatable setups.
The stand is designed for near drop-in replacement, and will fit within most F-10 panel
mill applications, although some models of F-10 outboard castings may require a small
amount of machining. The stand can also be modified for use with other OEM brands
of panel-type machines.
Other features include lateral adjustability (one common screw adjusts the horizontal
position of both side rolls, relative to the centreline of the mill), and height adjustability
(one common screw adjusts the vertical position of both side rolls). If the application
requires individual lateral location of the rolls (ie for a non-symmetrical profile), fine-
tuning sleeves are provided, allowing each roll to be adjusted independently.
Roll-Kraft – USA
Fax: +1 440 205 3110 • Website:
Efficient application of production
fluids inside cylindrical parts
› EFD’s new radial spinner system for applying consistent amounts
of fluid inside cylindrical parts