Renting Instead of Buying in Tube Joining Technology

T he key feature of a high-quality processing machine is that is fulfils its function reliably, which is something users should be able to expect. Although there are great quality variations in performance, the key differences become ev- ident when it comes to handling, customer service, investment volume and digital connections. In all these aspects, the Stauff SFO-F-IOT forming machine is regarded as a pioneering model. Its function: In combination with a conventional fitting body and a metal-on-metal union nut, the formed tube end creates a posi- tive connection for use in extreme conditions. The only conceiv- able leakage path is additionally sealed with an FKM ring. RELIABLE FORMING PROCESS AND EASY HANDLING The robust table-top machine designed for permanent use in workshops carries out the forming process after a manual start. The path control is monitored based on stored parameters and ensures a consistently high level of process reliability and repro- ducibility. The tubes are guided and formed with clamping jaws and tube shapers into which internal tube supports are addition- ally screwed for selected tube diameters. These tools designed for machine based use can be quickly and easily exchanged manu- ally without any aids (tube shaper with bayonet lock). They are labelled clearly so that incorrect assembly due to use of the wrong tools is virtually impossible. Safe and fast setup of the machine contributes to the cost effectiveness of the system, as do the short cycle times for efficient series production. A touch screen with an intuitive user interface and four menu languages completes the easy-to-use solution. PERSONAL AND DIGITAL SERVICE The Stauff advisers know that even the most user-friendly digital connections cannot replace personal support and therefore visit the customer on site for the introduction of the forming ma- chines. Manufacturers of, for example, offshore plants, cranes and lifting devices or other complex applications of stationary and mobile hydraulic systems – for which Stauff Form Evo is the most reliable tube connection system – appreciate this level of 01 A positive tube connection is pull-out resistant even under high strain 02 Tools can be easily and quickly replaced by hand 02 01 www.oup-fluidtechnik.de  O+P Fluidtechnik Report 2022