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Pioneer Multi-Channel System & Connection Plants
IECI Pioneer System

Multi-Channel Temperature & Flow Management

The IECI Pioneer System is a state-of-the-art multi-channel thermal management platform that delivers individual flow and temperature control to each critical cooling channel of a die casting die. Rather than flooding the entire mould uniformly, Pioneer dynamically distributes thermal energy precisely where needed.

Combined with IECI's pressurized water TCUs, Pioneer maintains controlled temperature and pressure across each channel without evaporation, eliminating scale deposits, thermal shock, and casting distortion.

Pioneer Thermal Camera Screen

Thermal camera validation and per-channel monitoring

 
 
Flow Control Comparison: Constant Flow vs Pulse Flow vs IECI TCU + Pioneer
 

Regulated Proportional Constant Flow

  • Controlling options: opening %, flow, thermal power, return temp
  • Pressurized circuit + continuous = no evaporation
  • Minimized thermal shocks
  • Slow, not reactive on cycle time
  • Controlling range limited

Regulated On/Off Pulse Flow

  • Controlling options: time or thermal energy
  • Fast, reactive, synchronized with DCM
  • Simpler hardware
  • Easier leakage management
  • Standing water in lines
  • Possible thermal shocks

IECI TCU + PIONEER (Best Solution)

  • Flexible on complex projects
  • Simpler connecting plant
  • Pre-heating & Cooling capability
  • Stable, repeatable: all parameters under control
  • Forced pressurized circuit, no evaporation
  • Substantial energy saving
 
 
Turnkey Connection Plants & Distribution Manifolds
Connection Plants

Pre-assembled skid frame with distribution manifolds and insulated stainless piping

Pre-Engineered Foundry Connection Plants

IECI designs and manufactures turnkey Connection Plants installed directly on or beside the die casting machine platen. By eliminating tangled hoses and uncoordinated pipe runs, IECI connection skids achieve:

  • 90% Fewer Connections: Rigid, leak-proof manifold routing.
  • Optimized Hydraulics: Minimized pressure drop through calibrated pump sizing and CFD flow calculations.
  • Fast Mould Change: Integrated multi-couplings for rapid disconnect.
  • Full Plant Design & Build: Including pressurization groups, accumulator tanks, and filtration.
 
 
Advanced Leakage Testing Technology

Preventing water ingress into molten aluminium cavities is of critical importance for safety and casting soundness. IECI units incorporate multi-level leakage testing:

  • Standard Leakage Test: System pressure is monitored continuously to detect rapid pressure drops (≈3 bar/s), triggering an immediate emergency stop and small leakage warning.
  • Enhanced Leakage Test: The system isolates the circuit and precisely measures pressure drop over a set duration. Sophisticated algorithms distinguish genuine leaks from thermal expansion or contraction.
  • Flexibility: Tests can cover the entire manifold or individual channels, balancing cycle speed with testing precision.
Leakage Test Circuit and Screen

Leakage test schematic and HMI test result screen

 
Download Catalogue
Official Technical Catalogue

IECI General Technical Presentation & Product Catalogue

Download the complete high-resolution PDF catalogue featuring technical drawings, hydraulic schematics, temperature control unit specifications (Water & Oil), GigaThermo for Mega & Giga Casting, Quenching Tanks, and Pioneer multi-channel solutions.

Format: PDF Document File Size: 5.9 MB High-Resolution Schematics
 
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