There are many distinct advantages that heatstaking has over other methods of assembly such as ultrasonic welding, riviteng, hot air systems and infared

Advantages

 

  • Fast Cycle Times
  • Unlimited Tooling Design
  • Lower Capital Investment than most other methods of assembly
  • Minimal tool wear
  • There are no horns or converters to worry about
  • Very low maintenance costs
  • Extremely quiet operation
  • Will not produce metal, flakes, chips, or dust
  • Minimal hoop stresses applied to boss
  • Works on thin wall designs without cracking
  • 10% to 20% more holding retention

For further information about heat staking:

www.sonitek.com