The i9 is an internal forming machine that covers a wide range of applications. For example, the i9 can be used to produce lightweight sheet metal clutch disc carriers, ring gear carriers for planetary transmissions, as well as thick-walled components with internal grooves. This machine also opens new possibilities in joining technology, such as direct forming or riveting-based joining.
The newly developed internal impact stamping process for generating grooves or similar geometries provides engineers with greater flexibility to overcome current design limitations. For components that have been challenging, if not impossible, or costly to design, this new machine model sets new standards.
Typical Applications
The i9 internal cold forming machine covers a broad spectrum of potential applications. For example, the i9 can produce not only classic lightweight sheet metal carriers and hollow gears for planetary gear assemblies but also thick-walled components with internal grooves.
This unique machine concept enables the processing of both ring-shaped parts and those with closed base contours. Additionally, the i9 opens up new possibilities in joining technology, such as direct joining through forming or riveting.