Development and implementation of a control edge test bench with an integrated flushing and cleaning function for quality assurance of hydraulic valve components.
- Engineering Services
- Manufacturing Services
- Mechanical & Plant Engineering
- Development & Design
- Technical Documentation
- Procurement & Manufacturing
The Project
Initial Situation & Use
The customer’s existing testing system was technically obsolete, spare parts were no longer available and only some of the documentation remained.
A new, future-proof solution was needed to ensure manufacturing quality and reduce the risk of downtime
The system is used to inspect the control edges on valve pistons and to clean control housings after machining.
Our Solution
G+P Engineering AG was responsible for the mechanical redesign, engineering, and implementation of a control edge test bench as well as a separate control housing cleaning station.
The solution was designed for multiple valve sizes and meets the requirements of the applicable machinery directives.
The electrical and control systems were implemented by an external partner.
Technical Specifications
- Edge inspection stand with hydraulic pressure application
- Separate valve body cleaning station with high-pressure flushing
- Design for multiple valve types and sizes
- Portable, standalone system modules
Customer Benefits
- Improved process reliability in valve manufacturing
- Repeatable inspection of the cutting edges after the grinding process
- Effective cleaning of control housings, even in hard-to-reach areas
- Reduced risk of failure and improved maintainability
