Imbalance goes digital • The finish balancer LPi from Hofmann
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Balancing Techniques is designed for fast, simple, one-man balancing on the vehicle. It is a single-spin operation, and is suitable for workshops with large commercials or mixed fleets.
The LI) works by infra-red, replacing the traditional strobe light. The imbalance amounts are shown on a digital display — a more precise alternative to the older needle readings, and guidance for positioning the balance weights is given from a circular dial-shaped LEI) display.
The unit is powered by a 5hp motor, and is provided with axle supports (which act as the sensors) suitable for trucks (3,500kg capacity), as well as the lighter duty unit (500kg) for use with vans or cars.
For balancing the drive wheels, the operator will use a small handset, and carry out the job from the driver's seat, running up the wheels by use of the throttle. In most instances, correcting the static imbalance of the wheel will do the trick, but when the need arises for dynamic correction, the LH will handle this, too.
Hofmann Balancing Techniques Ltd
48 Sutton Park Avenue Reading RG6 LAZ