At a glance: The ASS®– Prime apps

Inflatable forming system ASS®- Prime
for pipe Ø 50 mm - 1200 mm

The inflatable forming system ASS®- Prime finds its greatest strength in 30 years of experience, KNOW HOW and the manufacturer's interest in offering an inflatable forming system that aims to achieve the difficult-to-achieve absence of temper colour on the back of the weld seam in the pipes. Thus ASS®- Prime particularly suitable for the requirements of the pharmaceutical and food industries.

Sizes & versions

After positioning the forming unit (localisation of the pipe centre using phosphor tape on the connecting hose), the two forming bags (primary and secondary bag) are filled with forming gas or air.

Pipe weld purging system for the highest welding quality

The ASS®– Prime Weld purging system delivers the highest welding quality by rapidly reducing the residual oxygen content to a minimum of around 5 ppm, thereby preventing discolouration and other effects at the root of the weld. The innovative design and increased gas flow ensure a significantly shorter purge time compared with conventional systems and simplify the entire working process.

Efficient welding preparation with impact purging

ASS®– Prime is specially developed for pulse purging, where an increased gas flow rate (approx. 35-50 L/min) flushes the purging chamber quickly and efficiently. This process displaces oxygen and moisture, thereby creating the most oxygen-free environment possible for the welding process. Pulse purging saves preparation time and ensures high weld seam quality by preventing discoloration and other undesirable effects.

One system for 6 applications

The 6 application options that have been developed for the „gas outlet at the rear“ & „gas outlet at the front“ involve the possibility of adapting the direction of the gas outlet to the respective situation.

Rear gas outlet
Front gas outlet
T-piece
Reduction
End piece
Barrier

System overview (rear air outlet)

1
Gas supply line

Gas supply line complete with pull rope, double branch valve for filling hose and gas hose as well as connection to the gas cylinder, filling hose with pressure gauge and pressure relief valve. Plug-in connections to primary bag with screwable chain link.

A cover hose encases the filling hose, gas hose and pull rope with screwable chain link for safe and easy handling. Available in 3 lengths (10m, 20m and 30m). Special lengths can also be manufactured on request. Standard length is 10m.

2
Primary bag

Primary bag with plug-in connections for filling and gas hoses as well as a pull loop for secure positioning and removal of the forming unit in and out of the pipe, plug-in connections for sintered metal and pull loop for connecting cable.

3
Connecting hose

Connecting hose with Phosporband (30cm/60cm) and with plug connections to secondary bag and sintered metal.

Connecting cable with screwable chain links for a secure connection of the forming unit

4
Sintered metal

Sintered metal with plug-in connections to primary bag and connecting hose

5
Secondary bag

Secondary bag with plug connection to connecting hose and pull loop. Diffuser for rear blow-out, safety valve and pull loop for safe removal of the forming unit.

Advantages of ASS®- Prime

The forming system is easy to use and the rinsing process is straightforward. In our step-by-step guide, we show you how to proceed in order to achieve the best welding results.

ASS®– Prime - Made by Holzer

The ASS®– Prime Weld purging system is manufactured entirely in Upper Austria. From design and development through to sewing and final assembly – every stage takes place at our modern production facility. We place great emphasis on sourcing components locally. This regional manufacturing process guarantees the highest quality, flexibility and fast delivery times, which benefits our customers all over the world.

Preparation for the flushing process

Our system is used in many industries and different applications. Based on practical experience, a wide range of possible applications and advantages can be recognised, which underline the flexibility and performance of the system.

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Application examples from practice

Feedback on experiences with ASD®– Prime also always provide the basis for new challenges, to expand fields of application. It is not just the modular design that makes the ASS®– It is not only Prime Weld purging system’s flexibility that makes it so versatile, but also our understanding of the approaches required for a wide variety of welding tasks, as well as our in-house production capabilities.

ASS®– Prime - at a glance

Holzer ASS® Service for your practice

Your efficient partner for services, consulting and trade for metalworking companies and trade. The company Holzer ASS®based in Upper Austria and represented in Vienna and Styria, is a specialist company in the fields of forming, centring, measuring and welding for pipeline, boiler and tank construction.

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