Page 9 of catalogue Cylinder head covers of Reinz-Dichtungs-GmbH

Deformation analysis permits material-, geometry-, and process-specific component deformations to be evaluated after final mold design. This ensures that critical areas are localized more quickly and easily so the mold can be adapted or modified with suitable reworking methods.

and are used for continuous engine runs under real conditions, as well as field tests. ¬ Close-to-production aluminum or steel prototypes supply important data for optimizing the final production tooling. And from VICTOR REINZ you get that decisive extra: Time gained. Our excellent in-house prototyping facilities ensure fast assembly, customization, and adaptation in close cooperation with our laboratories. What’s more, our in-house sealing experts manufacture prototypes for gaskets in and on the cover module within a few hours or days. Modern CNC-controlled measurement equipment ensures optimum quality monitoring, all relevant data recorded in a technical document. Thanks to precise coordination of external and internal resources, our prototyping is extremely cost-effective.

Testing: Tougher than practical use

Individual prototyping with added value

We know all the ins and outs of prototype construction, so a variety of prototypes can be produced on our premises quickly and cost-effectively, based on customer requirements. ¬ Stereolithography (STL) prototypes check accuracy of the fit and provide the first oil separation tests in the laboratory. ¬ Temperature-resistant, vacuum-cast prototypes for first engine runs examine basic functions and determine the performance data of cylinder head cover modules. For this, new materials such as polyamide are used. ¬ Injected space puzzle mold (SPM) prototypes are made of original materials, such as Glass-fiber reinforced materials. These prototypes can be manufactured in small series

Along with the latest engine testing methods, we conduct extensive testing in our chemical and physical laboratories. Leakage tests, dynamic shaker tests, heat aging tests in climatic chambers, and noise tests ensure that our cylinder head cover modules, like the engine, deliver a long service life under all conceivable operating and environmental conditions. A variety of test and simulation possibilities are available, allowing you to determine the testing scope and budget.

Significant time savings are realized with in-house assembly, customization, and adaptation of prototypes.

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Distortion analysis determines component distortion, taking fiber orientation into account.

Cooling analysis: Amount of solidified material in relation to processing time.

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