Cylinder head leak testing systems

Ensure critical sealing integrity with advanced leak testing systems designed to accurately identify and address defects in engine components, enhancing reliability and performance in demanding operational environments.

The comprehensive solutions from JW Froehlich Maschinenfabrik, including their cylinder head leak testing and assembly machines, offer precise control and efficiency for manufacturers in the automotive and medical technology sectors. These machines combine leak testing and assembly functions, enabling accurate sealing and component integration in cylinder heads and other critical components like valve seat inserts and turbocharger housings. Utilizing flexible robotic systems and gantry machines, they support automated handling and assembly, saving time and minimizing manual intervention. Designed for high-speed and continuous operations, they ensure the detection and correction of leaks before reintegration into the production line. JW Froehlich’s systems also support seamless integration into existing processing and pre-processing lines, tailored to customer needs with custom-engineered sealing elements and assembly options. The equipment is constructed for durability and user-friendly maintenance, promoting operational efficiency and reliability.

Benefits

  • Enhances production accuracy by integrating leak detection with component assembly.
  • Minimizes manual intervention with automated, robotic handling systems.
  • Reduces cycle times, boosting overall production throughput.
  • Customizable to specific customer requirements for seamless integration.
  • Low maintenance design ensures long-term operational reliability.
Applications
Transmissions,Engines,Cylinder blocks,Medical technology components,Automotive components,Fuel cells,Cylinder heads,Turbochargers,Electric drives,Batteries
End products
Turbocharger housings,Medical device housings,Engine block castings,Valve guides,Electric drive unit components,Cylinder head gaskets,Hydrogen fuel cells,Automatic transmission assemblies,Valve seat inserts,Battery pack assemblies
Steps before
Pre-machining of cylinder head,Preparation of valve seat rings,Preparation of valve guides,Preparation of bearing covers
Steps after
Reintegration into assembly line,Final assembly,Quality assurance,Documentation of process data
Input ingredients
cylinder head,sealing parts,valve seat rings,valve guides,bearing covers,water cavities,oil cavities,fuel cavities
Output ingredients
assembled cylinder head,tested cylinder head,leak-free components
Automation
Highly flexible robotic systems
Leak Detection
Automatic checking in water,oil,and fuel cavities
Integration
Complete processing or assembly line
Accuracy
Quick and precise data collection and comparison
Assembly Depth Precision
Press-in depth of valve guides
Planar Setting Precision
Exact planar setting of the rings
Cycle Time
Stipulated cycle time assurance
User-friendliness
Designed to be user-friendly and low-maintenance
Construction
Solid and reliable
Cooling Method
Gantry machines with robot handling
Automation level
PLC / Robotic Systems
Integration into Assembly Line
Seamless / Flexible
Batch vs. continuous operation
Inline Continuous
Testing Flexibility
Highly Flexible
Precision Testing
High precision
Leak Localization
Automatic
Error Detection and Repair
Automated error localisation and repair
Assembly Speed
Industry Standard Cycle Time
Technology Integration
Robotics / Automation
User-friendliness
High
Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
Assembly Process
Valve seat rings,valve guides,bearing covers
Machine Footprint
Flexible
Discharge Method
Automated/Manual
Control Panel Type
PLC Controlled
Assembly Type
Overhead Transfer / Flexible Assembly Centers
Control panel type
Touchscreen / Manual switches
Integration possibilities
SCADA / ERP systems
Automation level
Manual / PLC / SCADA
Custom sealing elements
Tailored to customer requirements
Market info
JW Froehlich is known for manufacturing and supplying state-of-the-art testing and assembly systems for automotive and other industrial applications, renowned for precision, innovation, and expertise in tailor-made engineered solutions.