Mafac machines from Turbex offer targeted cleaning

Germany-based Mafac has introduced a targeted cleaning, rinsing and drying system option for its Java and Palma industrial cleaning machines, which are sold in the UK through sole agent Turbex. The system is aimed in particular at manufacturers in the hydraulic and die-casting industries.

At the heart of the process is a tool positioning system (TPS) into which the parts to be cleaned are fixtured. Via integrated nozzles positioned to suit the components, water or air is guided directly to bores, channels, holes and other difficult-to-clrean areas. Newly-developed central bearing kinematics featuring dual-channel, rotary-feed assist projection of the cleaning medium, create flow with a high degree of turbulence.

Other benefits of the process are said to include lower process temperature (and hence energy savings), shorter cleaning times, reproducible quality and reduced consumption of cleaning chemicals.