Successful Sale of a VDS PLC-350 TPS and a Fondarex VP CHILL 300 Vacuum System
FISS successfully marketed and sold two used vacuum systems for industrial die casting: a VDS PLC-350 TPS and a Fondarex VP CHILL 300. Both systems support the controlled evacuation of the die cavity and help produce low-porosity, pressure-tight and consistently manufactured die-cast parts.
Which vacuum systems did FISS successfully sell?
FISS successfully sold a used VDS PLC-350 TPS vacuum system and a used Fondarex VP CHILL 300 vacuum system. Both systems were developed for professional use with die casting machines and support the controlled evacuation of the die cavity before and during the filling process.
Controlled evacuation reduces trapped air. This can lower gas porosity, scrap rates and quality fluctuations while improving the mechanical properties of the cast components.
Two proven vacuum systems for modern die casting processes
Vacuum systems are among the most important peripheral units in a modern die casting cell. They directly affect die filling, component quality and process stability.
The successful sale of the VDS PLC-350 TPS and the Fondarex VP CHILL 300 demonstrates that high-quality used peripheral equipment remains internationally sought after when its technical data, condition and possible applications are professionally presented.
Technical preparation
Available information regarding configuration, performance, application and condition was structured and prepared for the sales process.
Targeted marketing
The vacuum systems were specifically offered to companies in the foundry and die casting industry through the international FISS network.
Project coordination
FISS supported communication and coordination between the seller, buyer and all other contacts involved in the project.
Why is vacuum technology important in die casting?
Air is present inside the die cavity before molten metal is injected. If this air is not sufficiently removed, it can become trapped inside the component and cause porosity, leakage or inconsistent component properties.
Trapped air can reduce component quality
During the rapid filling of the die, air may become trapped inside the cavity. Possible consequences include gas porosity, sink marks, leakage and limited suitability for heat treatment.
Controlled evacuation before die filling
A suitable vacuum system reduces the pressure inside the die cavity and removes air in a controlled manner before and while molten aluminium or magnesium fills the die.
- Reduction of gas porosity
- Improved mechanical properties
- Higher pressure tightness of cast parts
- Improved surface quality
- Improved weldability
- Advantages for T5 and T6 heat treatment
- Reduction of scrap rates
- More stable and repeatable processes
- Improved process monitoring
- More economical series production
VDS PLC-350 TPS and Fondarex VP CHILL 300 at a glance
VDS PLC-350 TPS
The VDS PLC-350 TPS was developed for professional use in modern die casting plants. It supports fast and precise evacuation of the die cavity and enables controlled management of the vacuum process.
The system is particularly suitable for quality-critical aluminium and magnesium components where low porosity, high process capability and repeatable production results are required.
Fondarex VP CHILL 300
The Fondarex VP CHILL 300 is a proven vacuum system for die casting machines. It was designed for reliable evacuation of the die cavity and for industrial use in automated die casting processes.
According to the available information, the system has a tank volume of approximately 300 litres, a suction capacity of 25 m³/h and a final vacuum of 0.5 mbar. It is suitable for die casting machines with locking forces of up to approximately 800 tonnes.
Which die-cast components require vacuum systems?
Vacuum technology is especially useful where cast components must meet demanding mechanical, visual or functional requirements.
Typical applications include structural components, pressure-tight housings, heat-treatable parts and complex components with long or thin-walled flow paths.
Structural components
Large and thin-walled structural parts require controlled die filling and the lowest possible level of trapped air.
Housings and supports
Battery housings, motor housings and other components for electric vehicles place high demands on tightness and component quality.
Safety-critical components
For parts with demanding mechanical or safety-related requirements, vacuum technology supports stable series production.
How FISS supports the sale of used vacuum systems
Clear technical documentation, a realistic valuation and the targeted identification of suitable buyers are also essential when selling peripheral equipment.
Technical review
Manufacturer, model, equipment, condition and available documentation are recorded for the marketing process.
Market evaluation
FISS assesses the possible applications and current demand in the international used machinery market.
Buyer search
Suitable foundries, die casting companies and industrial partners are approached directly.
Project execution
FISS supports communication, sales processing, dismantling planning, loading and transport.
Experience with die casting machines and complete peripheral equipment
FISS supports foundries worldwide with the purchase and sale of used die casting machines, vacuum systems, spraying units, extraction units, furnaces, trimming presses and other peripheral equipment.
Support ranges from the initial valuation through to technical and logistical project execution.
More than 40 years of industry expertise
Long-standing experience in die casting, foundry and forming technology supports realistic valuations of used equipment.
International buyer contacts
Machines and peripheral equipment are marketed through established channels and direct industrial contacts.
Manufacturer-independent consulting
Recommendations are based on the technical and economic requirements of the individual project.
Complete project coordination
Dismantling, loading, transport, reassembly and commissioning can be coordinated according to the requirements of the project.
Further solutions for die casting companies and foundries
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