- ARS26 and ARS26H machines for suitable alloy wheel straightening work.
- Both current model tables list a 10–26 inch repair range and 0–300 r/min spindle speed.
- Check repair eligibility, wheel mounting, tooling, and inspection requirements.
Hydraulic Alloy Wheel Straightening Machines
Inovatec hydraulic wheel straightening machines apply controlled force to suitable deformed alloy rims. The ARS26 and ARS26H provide different working-position arrangements for wheel inspection and repair. Machine capacity alone does not establish repair eligibility. Check the wheel manufacturer’s restrictions, damage, material, repair history, and acceptance requirements before considering straightening.
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The ARS26 uses a hydraulic station and piston cylinder for controlled straightening work. The current table lists a 10–26 inch wheel repair range, four tool posts, a 1.5 kW motor, and a spindle speed range of 0–300 r/min. Confirm wheel width, offset, mounting details, and tool clearance.
The ARS26H provides a raised working position and stepless spindle-speed control. Its current table lists a 10–26 inch wheel repair range, four tool posts, a 1.5 kW motor, and 0–300 r/min spindle speed. Review loading access, working height, fixtures, and inspection needs for your workshop.
Straightening Machine Features and Options
A magnetic indicator stand and suitable measuring instrument support wheel runout checks. Define the mounting reference, measurement locations, and required limits. A runout reading measures geometric variation; it does not detect every crack or establish structural condition.
Adjustable spindle speed supports inspection and positioning within the machine’s specified range. Follow the equipment instructions for each operation. Spindle-speed adjustment does not control or justify the straightening force applied to a wheel.
The cylinder applies force at the selected contact point using the approved support and tooling arrangement. Force application requires trained operator control and repeated measurement. It is not an automatic guarantee that every damaged rim can be repaired.
Support and contact blocks provide different arrangements for compatible wheel shapes. Select their geometry and contact position for the intended procedure. Confirm the supplied block set and fixture compatibility in the quotation.
A lathe function is available for limited machining where the approved procedure calls for it. Confirm its tooling, access, and scope for the selected model. It does not replace a CNC diamond-cut wheel lathe or restore structural suitability by removing material.
Wheel adapters, fixtures, and service parts must match the machine and wheel mounting dimensions. Define the items supplied with the order and the spare parts required. Check compatibility before substituting fixtures or components.
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A CNC wheel lathe provides controlled face machining when a diamond-cut finish is required. Select this as a separate process from straightening. Check wheel condition, allowable material removal, fixtures, and finishing requirements before defining the refurbishment sequence.
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- Provide wheel diameter, width, weight, offset, mounting dimensions, material, and photographs of representative deformation.
- Describe the permitted repair method, inspection process, target runout limits, and expected workshop workload.
- Confirm loading access, working height, fixtures, electrical supply, available space, training, and service requirements.
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- Before & After
The minimum order is one machine. Specify the model, tooling, controls, and options so the quotation defines the supplied package.
Machines are packed in wooden boxes for export. Confirm the packed dimensions, weight, lifting points, and handling requirements before arranging transport.
The stated standard terms are a 30% deposit before production, with the balance paid before shipment. Confirm the payment method and terms in the quotation. Alternative arrangements require agreement before ordering.
Send the required model and configuration to Inovatec. Current stock, preparation or production time, and the proposed shipment date will be confirmed for the order.
Shipment can be arranged through Ningbo, Shanghai, Tianjin, or Qingdao, depending on the freight plan. Delivery to another supplier in China for consolidation can also be discussed. Confirm the destination, handling requirements, and freight scope.
Hydraulic Alloy Wheel Straightening Machines: Process and Equipment Selection
Inovatec hydraulic wheel straightening machines apply controlled force to suitable deformed alloy rims. The ARS26 and ARS26H provide different working-position arrangements for wheel inspection and repair. Machine capacity alone does not establish repair eligibility. Check the wheel manufacturer’s restrictions, damage, material, repair history, and acceptance requirements before considering straightening.
In This Guide
- What are the main straightening machine components?
- What does a straightening workflow involve?
- Can every damaged alloy wheel be straightened?
- What is wheel straightening?
- How is wheel deformation assessed?
- Which wheel types fit these machines?
- What determines the machine price?
- How should the cost of a repair job be assessed?
- What problems can a deformed wheel present?
- How is an out-of-round wheel accepted after work?
- How long does straightening take?
What are the main straightening machine components?
The listed equipment includes a hydraulic station and cylinder, wheel mounting, support blocks, and runout measurement arrangements. Variable spindle-speed control and the available lathe function have separate roles. Confirm the supplied fixtures and options for the selected model.
What does a straightening workflow involve?
Inspect the wheel and determine repair eligibility, establish the mounting and measurement reference, apply controlled force through the approved procedure, and check the result. Trained operators must follow the machine instructions and wheel-specific repair limits.
Can every damaged alloy wheel be straightened?
No. Wheel material, cracks, deformation, previous repairs, and manufacturer restrictions affect eligibility. Some manufacturers prohibit straightening or heat repair. Do not use unapproved heating or improvised repair methods; establish the permitted process before work begins.
What is wheel straightening?
Straightening uses controlled force to address suitable deformation in a wheel. It differs from face machining, polishing, and coating. A corrected shape alone does not prove unchanged mechanical properties or suitability for service.
How is wheel deformation assessed?
Use an appropriate mounting reference and measure the required radial and lateral variation at defined locations. Inspect damage and critical dimensions. Compare the findings with the manufacturer’s restrictions and agreed acceptance limits before considering repair.
Which wheel types fit these machines?
The current ARS26 and ARS26H tables list a 10–26 inch repair range. Check wheel width, offset, weight, mounting details, and tool access as well. These machines are not selected from bicycle spoke-truing instructions or diameter alone.
What determines the machine price?
Model, working position, fixtures, support blocks, measurement tools, optional machining functions, packing, freight, and support affect the quotation. Ask for an itemized package for your wheels rather than relying on a generic price range.
How should the cost of a repair job be assessed?
Account for inspection, wheel handling, permitted repair work, repeated measurement, finishing, rejection, and workshop overhead. Costs vary with the wheel and process. Establish them from actual workshop trials and local operating costs rather than a universal per-wheel charge.
What problems can a deformed wheel present?
Deformation may affect runout, balance, mounting, or tire seating, depending on the wheel and damage. Have the wheel assessed against appropriate inspection criteria. The availability of a straightening machine is not proof that the wheel should be repaired or returned to service.
How is an out-of-round wheel accepted after work?
Define the required measurements, dimensional limits, and inspection method before repair. Check radial and lateral runout and other required features after the approved procedure. There is no single tolerance or acceptance result that applies to every wheel.
How long does straightening take?
Time depends on inspection, wheel condition, mounting, permitted force application, repeated measurement, and final checks. Some wheels must be rejected. Evaluate a representative workflow and agreed criteria rather than promising a fixed repair time for every rim.
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