Case Study – Industrial vacuum solutions for dry metal chips
To handle efficiently dry metal chipsA leading tractor manufacturing company was facing a critical challenge in the final cleaning phase of its metal components, particularly the steel gearbox cases.
Customer’s need
During machining operations and as a result of grinding operations with CNC machines, metal shavings accumulated on parts, jeopardizing both component quality and production efficiency. Gearbox blocks, generally made of steel or cast iron, require thorough cleaning to remove any residual chips before moving on to the next stages of assembly.
Quick and efficient cleaning of these components is critical for:
- Avoid damage: Residual metal shavings can damage the most delicate components;
- Prevent blockages: Accumulation of chips can clog machinery;
- Ensure production continuity: Fast and effective chip removal is essential to keep production running smoothly.
To address this need, we implemented a complete solution integrated with each CNC machine in the plant. Dry chips are collected and discharged directly into the CNC’s collection system, simplifying operations and reducing downtime.
Our industrial vacuum solution for the collection of dry swarf
To meet the need for cleaning dry chips from tractor gearbox blocks after machining on CNC machines, we installed four HF 300s, one for each CNC.
These powerful 3-phase stationary systems are designed to clean the entire surface of each gearbox block in less than 2 minutes.
Our HF 300s can handle fine, dry metal chips without clogging or losing suction power, ensuring consistent performance even under intensive working conditions.
HF 300
Gearbox block
Vacuuming dry metal chips
Discharge system
The counterbalanced flap discharge system ensures an efficient release of collected material directly into the CNC’s collection system. When suction stops, the flap opens and lets the chips fall.
This design removes the need for manual debris handling and minimizes downtime, so the system can operate continuously without interruptions.
The discharge mechanism is engineered to handle high volumes of metal chips effortlessly.
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