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News Release from: Parker Hannifin | Subject: Parflange 1050 Work Centre
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 31 January 2006
Tube maker provides consistent results
Orbital flaring machine developed for low cost manufacture of hydraulic tubes suits project work, large scale production and mobile hydraulic tube manipulation.
Parker Hannifin's European tube fittings division has launched an orbital flaring machine for low cost production in the manufacture of hydraulic tubes for use with Parker's O-Lok and Triple-Lok connections For project work, large scale production and mobile hydraulic tube manipulation, the design of the Parflange 1050 Work Centre is easy to use and provides precise process and control to enable tube manufacturers to achieve consistent high quality results
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 18 Aug 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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Ergonomically designed to facilitate workflow and with a flanging head compact enough for small and complex tube bend forming, the Work Centre provides better sealing performance in various sizes.
To improve productivity and reduce time wastage, the workstation incorporates integrated tool compartments, designated space for storage bins to allow easy access to nuts, sleeves and other parts and automated tool lubrication from an easily refillable external reservoir, to ensure production is not interrupted.
The tooling area is illuminated so the machine can be situated in poorly lit or light obstructed areas, and a side drawer collects debris and dropped components for easy retrieval and prevents the machine becoming contaminated.
It uses an orbital action on the tube, forming the material with a smooth surface finish.
With ORFS tube assemblies, it eliminates the need for welding or brazing of the sleeve onto the tube end.
As a result, tubes can be produced with high-strength flared connections with more flexibility and in less time.
There is no need to electroplate or paint the tube, since pre-plated tube can be used.
At the end of each cycle, the tube sleeve is fixed onto the end of the tube by the Parflange 1050, producing a rigid vibration and pressure resistant connection.
A Plus version is available with an integral sleeve feeder for rapid mass production of O-Lok style tubes.
The Work Centre is delivered as a complete unit, including electrical plugs, operator manual, dimensional charts for tube preparation and instructions for machine housing.
It is compatible with existing Parflange tools and can therefore replace or supplement Parflange 1040 machines with reduced disruption and downtime. Request a free brochure from Parker Hannifin ...
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