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Riveting

RIVSET®

Self-pierce riveting systems for perfect joints

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RIVSET® Automation

RIVSET® self-pierce riveting systems

High-strength and reliable joining of materials

It makes mechanically strong joints of similar or combined material types. Multilayer joints are also possible.

Plus factors

Advantages RIVSET® self-pierce riveting systems

  • Cold joining

    There is no heat input into the joining zone, therefore there is no risk of distortion in the component.

  • Customer-specific solutions

    RIVSET® self-pierce riveting systems can be flexibly adapted to meet your requirements.

  • Easy integration

    RIVSET® self-pierce riveting systems are easy to integrate into existing production lines.

Method and principle

RIVSET® configuration

The product range of RIVSET® self-pierce riveting systems includes manual systems and systems for fully automatic production. Our systems are designed for a wide variety of applications and can be adapted to specific manufacturing environments. Configuration of the various system components – power unit, feed, tool, panel and visualization – is highly flexible. Your application determines the system.

RIVSET® self-pierce riveting Setting process

Find the right solution for your application

RIVSET® setting systems

  • RIVSET® Portable C

    Advantages

    • Defined setting cycle
    • Precise pressure adjustment via display
    • Digital pressure control
    • Battery-powered
    • You can replace self-pierce rivet heads directly at the installation site.

    The Portable C is available in two variants, the tape feed version for tape-collated semi-tubular rivets and the magnetic punch version for inserting a single semi-tubular rivet.
    You can replace the self-pierce rivet heads directly at the installation site.

    The basic device is also suitable for die WELTAC® processing .

    To our RIVSET® Portable C operating instruction

  • RIVSET® Classic

    Properties

    • Rivet feed and setting head with minimal interference contour for optimal access to the joining point
    • Manipulation either of the component or of the setting tool
    • Processing of tape-collated self-pierce rivets or individual self-pierce rivets with manual single-rivet feed
    • Robust and resistant mechanical design for long service life of the setting head components that are subject to load
    • Easy handling

    Robust and flexible self-pierce riveting system

    • Manual and easy handling of the setting tool
    • Manually adjustable setting forces
    • Optional version for street sign production

  • RIVSET® Automation EH

    RIVSET® Automation EH setting tools are modular and can be configured for RIVSET® SKR rivets and for the RIVSET® HDX rivet.

    Properties

    • Components are modularly structured
    • Decentralised hardware configuration with centralized control of the individual modules via BUS system
    • Speed: Optimised process time of ≤ 1.5 seconds per rivet (depending on the setting tool)
    • Stable machine availability > 99.5 %
    • Force for workpiece holder adjusted with pressure springs
    • 7th Axis function included in the activation
    • Multiple visualization of 1 to 5 devices

  • RIVSET® Automation E

    Experience the functionality and flexibility in use. The combination of maximum availability and minimal maintenance effort is the basis for successful production.

    Properties

    • Smart: Modular and extensive machine guidance
    • Fast: Plug & play machine configuration
    • Flexible: Remote access to the control software
    • Strong: Fast, high-performance CPU
    • Plug & play: Mobile panel for more than one control unit when commissioning

    Application areas

    • Large-scale production with maximum production planning flexibility

Optional modules

Modules for RIVSET® Automation

  • Die changer

    Properties

    • Receptacles for up to eight dies
    • Die change approx. 6.0 s
    • Die identification via receptacle position
    • Assignment of die ID for each joining point
    • Die locking in the die receptacle of the setting tool
    • Optional die identification via die shank coding with camera sensor

  • Magazine feed

    Properties

    • Consists of a loading station and magazine holder on the setting tool
    • Up to eight different rivet lengths can be processed in one magazine
    • Capacity of max. 49 rivets per magazine
    • Fast magazine change – approx. 4.0 s

  • New C-frame generation

    Properties

    • The process of designing self-pierce rivet setting tools, whether for new versions or changes, is drastically shortened.
    • The new C-frame offers average weight reduction of 20% and thus contributes to a compact design.
    • Nearly parallel opening of the C-frame supports improved connectivity quality.
    • You can configure the rivet setting tools by yourself.

ready2_rivet

Automation solutions

  • ready2_rivet

    Böllhoff and KUKA simply redefine automation of self-pierce riveting processes.

    As an expert in mechanical joining technology, we developed the ready2_rivet package in collaboration with KUKA, one of the leading providers of intelligent automation solutions.
    Harmonised, pre-configured systems that can be deployed quickly and are easy to operate – this is the result of our cooperation.

    Properties

    • Operation/parameterisation via a control unit for easy handling
    • Robot control/process control in a cabinet to reduce your hardware and the system’s footprint
    • Partially integrated power supply for improved accessibility
    • Predefined configurations for easier commissioning
    • Fast, pre-programmed commissioning with three measuring points allows easier changes of:
      • Tool
      • Magazine
      • Dies
    • Troubleshooting and quality assurance with “process done” monitoring during operation

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