Productive, ergonomic, future-proof
The glass industry has extremely high requirements for precision, efficiency and ergonomics. When it comes to processing and maintaining glass moulds in particular, the ability to reliably remove residues and precisely rework fine engravings is essential. The RCK drive system from PFERD TOOLS offers an innovative solution for this.
Where is the RCK drive system used in the glass industry?
The RCK drive system is used in the glass industry primarily for tool and mould making as well as for repair and maintenance work. Typical applications include glass bottle moulds that consist of two mould halves. These moulds are subjected to high loads during production: This results in adhesions and residues that can impair the quality of the subsequent glass product. This is where the RCK drive system makes precise and efficient reworking possible.
What are some of the typical applications of the RCK drive system?
In practice, key uses include thoroughly cleaning moulds and precisely restoring surfaces. Residues or adhesions need to be removed so that engravings, manufacturer information or production codes remain clearly and cleanly visible in the glass.
The RCK drive system allows controlled processing at optimal rotational speeds – which is a crucial factor when even delicate structures need to be processed reliably and cost-efficiently.
Which tools are most commonly used with the RCK drive system?
In the glass industry, POLINOX tools, mounted flap wheels, brushes and abrasive spiral bands of various grain sizes and diameters are particularly common.
The key advantage of the RCK drive system is that the speed can be infinitely adjusted to suit every tool used.
What special requirements does the RCK drive system have to fulfil for processing glass?
The biggest challenge is ensuring the right rotational speed. Tool wear increases drastically if the rotational speed is too high or too low, which leads to higher costs and frequent tool changes.
With the RCK drive system, users can set the optimal rotational speed for each tool, which:
- Increases tool life,
- reduces costs and
- significantly improves cost efficiency.
What feedback has been received from users?
The response from the glass industry has been positive across the board. Users report significantly reduced tool consumption, less noise and noticeably less physical strain.
Users who have previously worked with other systems are impressed by its advantages after using it for just a short period of time. The GS 4/100 handpiece in combination with rigid extensions is currently popular with many users, as it allows them to access different mould depths.
