The EVO Universal Holding and Fixturing System is a comprehensive solution designed for vehicle body repair, offering anchoring, holding, and fixturing capabilities. It is supported by the Vision2 X3 software, which provides animations and pictures of proposed applications, guiding users in building anchor and fixture points. The system emphasizes the importance of holding undamaged parts of the body as rigidly as possible during straightening procedures, recommending frequent use of a torque bar.
The EVO system is divided into three main kits: EVO 1 (Basic Anchoring kit), EVO 2 (Extended Anchoring kit), and EVO 3 (Universal Holding & Fixturing kit).
EVO 1 - Basic Anchoring Kit
This kit serves as the foundation for anchoring, holding, and providing side support during vehicle repair. It includes:
- Three towers
- Multi-Purpose Clamp (MPC)
- Track plate
- Bushings with adapters
- Chain holder
- Turnbuckle for heavy operations
The EVO 1 kit is typically used with clamping methods recommended on the datasheet and allows for the creation of at least two additional anchors and supports for damaged vehicle bodies.
EVO 2 - Extended Anchoring Kit
EVO 2 is an extension to the EVO 1 kit, enhancing its capabilities for anchoring, holding, and side support. It includes:
- Two additional towers
- Additional track plates
- Special tools for rear axle brackets
- Turnbuckle extensions
- Adjustable holders
With EVO 2, it's possible to anchor multiple points with a single tower, anchor to angled body parts, and secure rear axle and control-arm brackets.
EVO 3 - Universal Holding & Fixturing Kit
EVO 3 is a new generation universal jig kit from Car-O-Liner, designed for holding and fixing new parts during welding, riveting, and bonding in vehicle body repair. It builds upon the track plates, towers, and shafts from EVO 1 and 2.
Usage Features
The manual provides clear guidance on the recommended ways to use the equipment, as well as actions to avoid. Symbols are used to indicate:
- Recommended use (e.g., for mounting parts)
- Not recommended use, highlighting risks of personal injury or equipment damage
- Acceptable but not most recommended use
- Strong force (F)
- Small force (f)
- Force direction
- Correct pull direction
- Incorrect pull direction
The system allows for various configurations, including:
- EVO 101 Low MPC: A basic low-profile multi-purpose clamp setup.
- EVO 102 Horizontal MPC1: A horizontal multi-purpose clamp configuration.
- EVO 103 Horizontal MPC2: Another horizontal multi-purpose clamp setup, potentially for different applications or positions.
- EVO 104 Vertical MPC High: A vertical, high-reach multi-purpose clamp.
- EVO 105 High side support with torque bar: Provides high side support, incorporating a torque bar for added stability.
- EVO 106 Low side support: Offers low-profile side support.
- EVO 107 Horizontal Support: A horizontal support configuration.
- EVO 108 Chain and torque bar: Utilizes a chain and torque bar for anchoring.
- EVO 111 Bushing holder horizontal: A horizontal setup for holding bushings.
- EVO 113 Bushing holder vertical with torque bar: A vertical bushing holder with a torque bar.
For the EVO 2 kit, specific configurations include:
- EVO 201 Angle bushing holder: Designed for holding bushings at an angle.
- EVO 202 Angle bushing holder LOW without nut: A low-profile angle bushing holder without a nut.
- EVO 210 Twin same level: A twin setup where components are at the same level.
- EVO 211 Twin different levels: A twin setup where components are at different levels.
- EVO 212 Single twin with bushing: A single twin setup incorporating a bushing.
- EVO 220 Bracket holder vertical 1: A vertical bracket holder configuration.
- EVO 221 Bracket holder vertical 2: Another vertical bracket holder setup.
- EVO 222 Bracket holder horizontal: A horizontal bracket holder.
- EVO 223 Bracket holder horizontal 90 degrees: A horizontal bracket holder positioned at 90 degrees.
The EVO 3 kit offers configurations such as:
- EVO 301 Vertical 2 with mini clamp: A vertical setup with a mini clamp.
- EVO 302 Vertical with mini clamp: Another vertical setup with a mini clamp.
- EVO 303 Vertical with cone: A vertical setup using a cone.
- EVO 304 Low vertical with cone: A low-profile vertical setup with a cone.
- EVO 305 Vertical with flat bushing: A vertical setup with a flat bushing.
- EVO 306 Vertical with universal joint: A vertical setup incorporating a universal joint.
- EVO 310 Horizontal with flat bushing: A horizontal setup with a flat bushing.
- EVO 320 Strut tower with fixing: A strut tower configuration with fixing capabilities.
Safety Features
The EVO System is designed and tested to meet strict safety requirements. Users are instructed to read the manual carefully before operation. The manual emphasizes:
- Personal safety: Users are responsible for their own safety and the safety of others.
- Correct equipment use: The EVO System must be used in accordance with the descriptions and instructions provided.
- Safety precautions: Observing and following safety precautions ensures safer working conditions.
Specific warnings include:
- IMPORTANT: The owner (user) is responsible for ensuring the equipment is installed and inspected according to instructions and regulations.
- WARNING: Ensure the safety wire is correctly fitted and undamaged to prevent injuries from a loose pulling chain.
- WARNING: Watch out for flying objects during alignment work and do not stand behind or near the draw area during a pull.
- WARNING: Be extremely careful when working with hydraulic equipment to avoid falling or flying objects.
- WARNING: Always wear safety glasses to prevent splinters.
- IMPORTANT: Always use torque bar E175 at high and hard pulling situations.
- NOTE: Use only genuine Car-O-Liner AB spare parts.
Maintenance Features
The manual includes detailed spare parts lists for EVO 1, EVO 2, and EVO 3, categorized by position, object, quantity, and article number. This facilitates easy identification and ordering of replacement parts. Users are advised to contact their local Car-O-Liner distributor for ordering genuine spare parts.
Technical Specifications (from spare parts list examples):
- E100 Trackplate: Art. No. 35188
- B626 Camlock: Art. No. 30862
- E140 Downpull/chainholder: Art. No. 35191
- E110 Tower 110: Art. No. 34783
- E150-15 Adjustable holder (short): Art. No. 34784
- E175 Torque bar: Art. No. 35390
- E180 Rear axle bracket: Art. No. 35392
- E300-30 EVO 3 holder short, cpl: Art. No. 35421
- E360 Universal joint: Art. No. 35412
- E370-10 Threaded bushing 10: Art. No. 35221
The system is designed for universal application, allowing for precise positioning and adjustment. For instance, the E300 holder can be positioned using the Car-O-Tronic measuring system, and the E300 fixture can be released and dropped down to accommodate new parts, then repositioned to the same height. The design allows for various angles of force application, with clear indications of correct and incorrect force directions to ensure safety and effectiveness. The system also includes mechanisms for pretensioning and securing components, such as camlocks and threaded bushings, to maintain stability during repair operations.
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