Self-Piercing Technology (SPR)

Semi-hollow self-piercing rivets produce no waste during cutting; the rivet simply penetrates and deforms into the underlying joining material. This ensures optimal force transmission under tensile loads. Semi-hollow rivets are quick to install and offer universal suitability. They can join a wide range of material combinations, from lightweight materials like aluminum, magnesium, or plastic to ultra-high-strength steels.

ZHOTE® riveting technology is the right choice for demanding component joining techniques. Semi-hollow punch rivets penetrate the first layer of material and form in the subsequent sheet metal layer, creating an inseparable connection.

ZHOTE® riveting systems are primarily used in automotive manufacturing. ZHOTE® system suppliers are key players in this field. ZHOTE® systems and know-how are widely used in numerous joints used in automotive bodies worldwide.

Air-Blow Self-Piercing Riveting

Air-blow rivets are fed via a special air tube, unlike automatic feed from a material belt. The advantages of air-blow rivets are high process precision and ease of monitoring. They are most widely used in the automotive and aerospace industries.

Your Riveting, Our Solutions

Regardless of the manufacturer of your semi-hollow punch rivets, we can provide the right system technology for you. From rivet storage bins and rivet sorting and conveying hoppers to riveting tongs, we offer standardized system solutions. You will benefit from efficient project management, maximum process reliability, and minimal spare parts inventory.

Advanced Feeding Technology

Did you know that our system is independent of rivet length? This means: regardless of rivet length, only one feed hose or material belt, one conveying hopper, and one loading station are required.

The ZHOTE® feeder's screw conveyor is equipped with a mis-filling control device to detect incorrectly filled rivets. Dirt particles are collected by a separator. This helps reduce contamination and improve utilization.

Customized Smart Clamps

Our system technology, especially our riveting tongs, can meet all technical requirements. Using the ZHOTE® riveting frame, you can set the force, position, and distance of the rivets, as well as the protrusion and recess of the rivet head.

A key advantage is that these settings, such as calibration coefficients, maintenance counters, and maximum values, can be stored directly on the rivet tongs when needed.

User-Friendliness

One control panel for all systems. Only one software is required for all systems. This reduces employee workload: The multi-technology workstation system features plug-and-play functionality and a standardized appearance, allowing for comprehensive operation and maintenance with only one training session.

Applications

1. Automotive Manufacturing

Used for joining lightweight automotive body materials, including body-in-white, doors, roof reinforcements, sunroofs, seat components, instrument panels, and airbags. Its advantage lies in its ability to join dissimilar materials (such as steel and aluminum) without damaging galvanized or coated surfaces, making it suitable for joining dissimilar materials.

2. Windows, Doors, and Construction

Used for connecting door and window accessories, curtain wall tabs, metal structures, and keels, preserving the original aesthetics of the panels.

3. Transportation

Applicable to connecting a variety of vehicle components, such as motorcycle and bicycle parts, communication cable ducts, and busbar ducts.

4. Industrial

Suitable for riveting busbar ducts, it offers high dynamic fatigue strength and impact energy resistance, enabling automated production.

5. New Energy and Dissimilar Materials

It has limited application in new energy vehicles, but its application is expected to expand into more areas in the future.

ZHOTE® riveting systems are primarily used in automotive manufacturing. ZHOTE® system suppliers are a key player in this area. ZHOTE® systems and technical expertise have provided numerous connectors for automotive bodies worldwide and are highly utilized.

Your riveting, our solutions!