Preco’s Vacuum Impregnation Technology Showcased at CastExpo
April 10,2013
St. Louis, MI USA – Preco's HVLV System was exhibited at the 2013 CastExpo by Godfrey & Wing where major automotive OEMs made it a point to visit the booth to see the groundbreaking HVLV lean, front-loading vacuum impregnation system.
The most advanced component impregnation equipment in the world, the HVLV Vacuum Impregnation Dry Vacuum and Positive Pressure Porosity Sealing System uses patented Continuous Flow Impregnation (CFi) dry vacuum and pressure (DVP) technology and is capable of processing up to 15 cycles per hour. Featuring advanced green impregnation technology, the HVLV reduces the time to impregnate by approximately 80% compared with more conventional alternatives and is the solution for 100% pressure tight parts.
This year's CastExpo included more than 450 exhibitors and drew 7,000+ visitors over three days April 6-9, 2013 in St. Louis, Missouri.
Preco Purchases GW Vacuum Impregnation System
August 15,2012
Chino, CA USA – Preco Manufacturing located in Chino, California recently purchased Godfrey & Wing's lean, cellular HVLV Vacuum Impregnation System. By purchasing the HVLV system, Preco expands their service offerings to include vacuum impregnation services to California's aviation and aerospace industries as well as to other leading commercial manufacturers. In selecting a vacuum impregnation process, system and sealant, it was paramount to Preco that they select a partner who had the highest qualifications. Godfrey & Wing's process and products are qualified under Military Standards MIL-STD-276A, MIL-I-17563C Class 1 and Class 3 and also on the QPL (Qualified Product List) 17563 Class 1 and Class 3 for their 95-1000AA high performance thermal cure impregnation sealant.
“After careful evaluation, we chose to work with Godfrey & Wing because of their extensive experience and expertise in vacuum impregnation processes, systems and sealants. The innovative, lean, front-loading HVLV vacuum impregnation system fits our needs perfectly, and we are looking forward to being able to offer this technology to manufacturers in our area,” commented Martin Munguia, President of Preco Manufacturing.
With over 60 years of experience in vacuum impregnation, Godfrey & Wing will develop the impregnation process, perform sealant control and train Preco staff to operate the equipment. The HVLV will be delivered to Preco Manufacturing in late April 2013.