Platinum Tooling, a US-based company specializing in importing and distributing live tools, angle heads, Swiss machine products, knurling, and marking tools, has announced that it is now the exclusive importer of Rineck shrink fit tooling and technology for the USA and Mexico. The announcement was made by Preben Hansen, president of Platinum Tooling, at the company’s headquarters in Prospect Heights, Illinois, located near Chicago.
Rineck, established in 1966, began as a job shop for small parts before evolving into a manufacturer of hydraulic components for the mining industry. Today, it is a globally recognized leader in tool holding technology. Rineck’s focus on innovation, research, and development, along with its investment in cutting-edge manufacturing equipment, enables the company to consistently provide high-quality, reliable, and affordable products.
Rineck’s product range includes both standard and custom shrink fit tool holders with various connections such as CAT, HSK, BT, SK, PSC, and straight shank extensions. The company also offers ER shrink fit collets. For added stability, flange or dual-contact holders are available for CAT and BT tapers. The clamping range for both slim and standard styles spans from 3 to 32mm, with both inch and metric sizes available.
Rineck manufactures a wide variety of standard shrink fit tool holders as well as custom options. In addition to standard 4.5-degree taper tools, the company also offers 3-degree slim and extra slim tools. Most holders come with length-adjusting screws, and coolant delivery to the cutting tool can be achieved either through the center or flange of the tool holder via jets or slots.
Along with the shrink fit tool holders, Platinum Tooling will also distribute shrink fit machine technology. These machines feature an elevation cooling system that allows heated tools to be moved to a cooling tank with the press of a button. The machine’s design ensures that accessories are kept close at hand during operation but stored securely.
Platinum Tooling will oversee application engineering, sales, and service for this new line of shrink fit tooling and machine technology through a network of distributors in the USA and Mexico.