IFDR Systems
IFDR, or Intelligent Fluid Delivery & Recycling, represents the very best of RBM’s filtration technology and is one of the foremost solutions available for machine tools.
This range builds a customisable system depending on the characteristics of the machine tools with which they will be combined, namely:
- Type of machine tool.
- Quantity and type of tools present on the machine tool.
- Integrated automation for machining on several shifts.
- Tank volumes and type of chip conveyors used.
As IFDRs are modular, the system can be customised to the customer’s needs. Allowance can be made to expand the volume of the system and the flow rate of filtered liquid, and there is the possibility of mounting different delivery pumps in terms of both hydraulic characteristics and quantity.
3 basic models are needed for integration; 300, 500 and 800, with the numbers representing the volume of liquid contained in the IFDR tank.
IFDR 300
IFDR 500
IFDR 800
IFDR Systems Frequently Asked Questions
The IFDR range accommodates a variety of needs with standard solutions able to manage coolant flows of 300, 500, 800 and 1000l, efficiently removing fine chips and grinding sludge to achieve coolant that is clear to 10 microns or less and feeding it back to the machine.
However, if larger volume handling is required or, as in a recent case where a single system needed to work with 25 machine tools, a bespoke solution can easily be provided.
Brown & Holmes also provides bespoke engineered fittings for anyone concerned about fitting issues. This is all taken into consideration in the initial survey.
A recent installation of an IFDR fine filtration system for an aerospace manufacturer resulted in 5 systems working with their machine tools.
Before installation, the company had gained 68% compliance on the part, in contrast to an accelerated 96 – 98% compliance post-installation.
A recent installation of an IFDR fine filtration system for an aerospace manufacturer resulted in 5 systems working with their machine tools. Within the first 4 months, they had significant returns on coolant costs alone.
When it comes to coolant filtration, RBM’s IFDR range, distributed by Brown & Holmes has the edge over systems that use paper media.
- The system does not need standard filtering elements, so filters do not have to be continually replaced, resulting in an immediate reduction in the cost of maintenance.
- It also prolongs the life of the coolant with the cost savings made by reducing the number of coolant changes.
