Roemheld’s new subsidiary RömheldRivi will present for the first time at Fakuma, specialising in magnetic clamping technology. Besides the introduction of the company, the focus of the fair presentation will be on magnetic quick-clamping systems for plastics and rubber processing that are also suitable for high temperature processes.
At Stand 1223 in Hall A1, the company presents the diversity of M-TECS magnetic clamping plates for working temperatures of up to 240°C. Processing of thermoplastics polyetheretherketone (PEEK) or polyphenylene sulphone (PPSU) is possible, where conventional magnetic clamping systems fail in the long run. Römheld Rivi is the only global company that offers magnetic clamping plates for such temperatures.
Magnetic clamping systems can clamp moulds of different sizes, weight and geometries. A standardisation of the moulds is not required. All magnetic materials are clamped on the full surface and with a high bending stiffness. The uniform distribution of the clamping force ensures a low mould wear.
Roemheld Rivi team
The technology is targeted at processors of thermoplastics such as PEEK, used for sterilisable and biocompatible material in medical technology, as flexible circuit carrier for electronic components or as heat-resistant material in the aerospace industry.
In continuous use, the high-performance plastic can be used at temperatures up to 260°C; the smelting process only starts at 335°C. This results in high mould temperatures during processing that create the need for appropriate clamping means. Magnetic clamping plates of the M-TECS series which are already used for more than a decade in the rubber industry at working temperatures up to 240°C are applied as quick clamping systems.
Hilma-Römheld joined the Italian clamps manufacturer Rivi Magnetics to start the venture. The company is directed by Hans-Joachim Molka from the Management of Römheld and the owner of Rivi Magnetics, Divide Rivi. The company is headquartered in Hilchenbach, North-Rhine Westphalia.
Sebastian Veit is responsible as team manager for sales in the international field service. He is supported by product manager Matthias Althaus, who also takes care of the back office of the new company. Daniel Szeremly is responsible for design and development.
