Rotoform shell removal tools
Rotoform shell removal tools
Easier, safer removal of the outer shell and metering bar on IPCO Rotoform systems.
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One such task is the removal of the outer shell and metering bar, and continuous development work means we are now able to offer a pair of tool upgrades that will make the whole process simpler, faster and safer.
The puller
This highly effective 2-in-1 tool is designed for removing the metering bar and then the perforated outer shell. Its use simplifies handling, particularly when working with strongly adhering products and/or high temperatures.
Operation is simple. The end of the tool screws into the metering bar and the hammer action is used to remove the bar from the cylindrical stator.
The same tool is then screwed onto a pulling extension featuring a semi-circular slot that fits snugly over the ring at the end of the outer shell. Once again, the hammer pull action creates the force necessary to release the shell, even if it is adhering strongly to the stator.
Shell grips
Once the outer shell has been loosened, it can be pulled along the stator and removed from the Rotoform unit using a pair of purpose designed manual grips. These are applied to the shell by squeezing the handles together. PTFE pads on the upper surface and heat- and chemical-resistant plastic pads on the lower surface of the jaws prevent scratching of the outer shell.
Easy handling and a firm grip ensure that the shell – often hot or soiled/contaminated with product residues – can be removed and carried at a safe distance from the operator’s body. As well as enhancing operator safety, the use of IPCO shell grips also minimizes risk of damage to the shell.
Purpose-designed tools for Rotoform servicing
Safer, easier handling – complete operator safety
Faster removal of outer shell for greater productivity
No direct contact with outer shell – no risk of burns
No direct contact with product/chemicals being processed
Supplied in their own protective cases for storage/transport
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