Kinshofer Hydraulic Ram Rods – Machined and Welded In-House

Replacement hydraulic ram rods for Kinshofer grab buckets can be manufactured in-house, machined, weld prepped and welded to new clevis ends, ready to build straight into a ram. Simply Welding manufactured a batch of new Kinshofer hydraulic ram rods. We made this batch in our workshop, from machining the threaded ends through to welding on the clevis ends.

Job Description

We made new hydraulic ram rods for Kinshofer grab buckets in our workshop. Each rod was machined, weld prepped, preheated and welded to its clevis end, ready to be built into a ram.

Machining

The threaded end of each rod was machined first, so the rod was ready to take its piston.

Weld Preparation

The clevis end of each rod was then machined and prepared for welding, giving a clean, strong joint with the clevis.

Preheating

Before welding, the rod end and clevis were preheated with a gas torch, and the temperature was checked with an infrared thermometer.

Welding

With the rod held upright in a rotating welding positioner, the clevis was MIG welded on, running the weld right round the joint in one continuous run.

Result

A batch of finished ram rods with their clevis ends welded on, ready to be assembled into Kinshofer hydraulic rams.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the rod preheated before welding the clevis on?

Preheating the rod end and clevis before welding slows the cooling of the weld, which helps prevent cracking and gives a stronger joint. We check the temperature with an infrared thermometer before welding.

Why is the clevis welded with the rod in a positioner?

Holding the rod upright in a rotating welding positioner lets us run the weld right round the joint in one continuous run, giving a consistent, even weld all the way round.

Do you stock Kinshofer KM602 and KM622 ram parts?

Yes. We hold Kinshofer KM602 and KM622 ram parts in stock, so most Kinshofer ram repairs can be completed the same day.

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