CONWAY, Ark. — Snap-on Inc. has introduced the Hofmann geodyna 9000P Wheel Balancer featuring advanced non-contact 3D imaging technology.
"The innovative non-contact 3D imaging technology on the new Hofmann 9000P scans the rim and tire profile to measure radial tire run-out, bead seat run-out on the bare rim and radial and lateral rim run-out on both sides," said Adam Brown, product manager for Hofmann.
"In addition, the wheel is also scanned to within 0.1 millimeter accuracy to examine all externally visible scratches, cuts, bulges, blisters, flat spots and uneven wear-out that could potentially lead to safety issues. Simple to use, all a service technician needs to do is clamp the wheel, close the guard and let the geodyna 9000P do the rest."
The balancer can be used on all types of cars and light trucks, the company said.
Other features of the Hofmann geodyna 9000P include:
- Automatic acquisition that provides automatic and non-contact detection of wheel dimensions, balancing mode, number and position of spokes, amount and position of weights, lateral and radial run-out of tire and rim, match mounting and geometric issues;
- 3D imaging with five high-resolution laser cameras that scan the rim and tire profile to provide visual evidence of results; and
- Run-Out Force Vectoring (RFV) which determines the virtual loaded run-out contact patch of the wheel assembly and calculates the spring rate by measuring tread width, sidewall height, surface singularities and estimated tire pressure.
For more information, visit www.hofmann-equipment.com.
