Automatic riveter

Product Description

The machine supports automatic switching between 2 rivet types, eliminating manual changeover time during production. Operating on AC220V at 2.5kW with a 300 x 300mm working platform and maximum electric cylinder pressure of 2 tons, it is designed for integration into thermal module production lines alongside flatness detection and performance testing equipment.

Key Specifications

Supported MaterialsAluminum plate / Copper plate / VC (Vapor Chamber) plate
Rivet TypesAutomatic switching between 2 types of rivets
Electric Cylinder PressureMaximum 2 tons
Working Platform Size300 x 300 mm
Positioning SystemCAD drawing guidance programming positioning
Vision SystemCCD vision correction (optional)
MonitoringReal-time riveting position and pressure monitoring
Voltage / PowerAC 220V / 2.5 kW
Machine Dimensions1,400 x 1,280 x 1,600 mm

Where the Automatic Riveter Is Used

The Cooling-Thermal Automatic Riveter is designed for manufacturers producing thermal modules, heat sinks, and vapor chamber assemblies at scale. It handles the riveting step that mechanically fastens aluminum, copper, or VC plates together — a critical assembly process that determines structural integrity, contact pressure consistency, and long-term reliability of the finished thermal module.

It is widely used in the following production environments:

  • Thermal module manufacturers — riveting aluminum and copper plate assemblies for CPU coolers, server heat sinks, and high-power electronics cooling modules
  • Vapor chamber (VC) assembly facilities — riveting VC plates into heat sink and module structures for AI server, GPU, and data center chip cooling applications
  • New energy & EV thermal management producers — riveting thermal interface assemblies for battery pack cooling systems and power inverter modules
  • Consumer electronics manufacturers — precision riveting of thin aluminum and copper thermal components for laptops, workstations, and compact computing devices
  • Contract thermal module assemblers — multi-product riveting using CAD-guided positioning and automatic rivet type switching to handle different product specifications in the same production run

If your production involves aluminum, copper, or VC plate riveting with precision positioning requirements and consistent pressure control, the Cooling-Thermal Automatic Riveter is designed for your assembly line.

Why Choose Cooling-Thermal’s Automatic Riveter?

Cooling-Thermal Automatic RiveterTypical Market Alternative
Supported materialsAluminum, copper, VC plateOften aluminum only
Rivet type switchingAutomatic — 2 types, no manual changeoverManual changeover required
Positioning systemCAD drawing guided programmingManual or basic teach pendant
Vision correctionCCD vision (optional)Not commonly available
Pressure monitoringReal-time position & pressure monitoringLimited or none
Max pressure2-ton electric cylinderOften lower or pneumatic only
CustomizationOEM/ODM availableStandard spec only
Sample testingAvailable before orderRarely offered
After-sales supportDedicated 5-person maintenance teamLimited
Line integrationFull thermal module production line availableEquipment only

Cooling-Thermal designs, builds, and services all equipment in-house from our Kunshan factory. Our thermal module equipment — including the automatic riveter, laser flatness detection equipment, and thermal module performance testing machines — is developed by the same engineering team that has delivered complete production lines to Foxconn, Nidec, Cooler Master, and Furukawa Electric. Every machine is factory-tested before shipment and supported by our dedicated 5-person maintenance team after delivery.

Delivery, Installation & After-Sales Support for Your Automatic Riveting Machine

Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) Before Shipment

Every automatic riveter undergoes a full Factory Acceptance Test at our Kunshan facility before dispatch. All parameters — CAD positioning accuracy, CCD vision correction function, electric cylinder pressure calibration, rivet type switching, and real-time monitoring system — are verified against your confirmed specifications. You are welcome to attend the FAT in person or via live video.

On-Site Installation & Commissioning

Our engineers travel to your facility to install the machine, load your product CAD programs, calibrate the CCD vision system (if applicable), and commission the riveting cycle with your actual workpieces. We do not sign off until the machine is producing to your required positioning accuracy and pressure consistency targets.

CAD Program Setup & Operator Training

We provide hands-on training covering CAD program loading and editing, rivet type setup, CCD vision parameter adjustment, pressure monitoring interpretation, and routine maintenance procedures. Complete technical documentation is provided in English.

Long-Term Maintenance Support

Our dedicated 5-person maintenance team provides remote support and on-site visits for the life of the equipment. Electric cylinder servicing, CCD vision system calibration, and control system updates are all covered. Most technical issues are resolved remotely within 24 hours.

Export & Shipping

We handle full export documentation and support FOB, CIF, and DDP shipping terms. Our equipment has been exported to Japan, South Korea, India, Turkey, Vietnam, and Taiwan. Our team is experienced in international logistics for industrial automation equipment.

 

Complete Your Thermal Module Production Line — Related Assembly & Testing Equipment

The automatic riveter is one step in a complete thermal module manufacturing and assembly process. Cooling-Thermal supplies all equipment across the thermal module production line as a single-source automation partner:

 

Production StepEquipment
Flatness inspectionLaser Flatness Detection Equipment for Radiator (400x400mm platform)
Riveting assemblyAutomatic Riveter — aluminum, copper & VC plate riveting
Performance testingThermal Module Performance Testing Machine (150W-1200W heat source)
Heat pipe productionAutomatic Welder, Shrinking Tube Machine, Pipe Bender
VC productionVC Vacuum Degassing Machine, VC Hot Press Welding Equipment

All equipment is available as standalone units or as part of an integrated thermal module production line. Contact our engineering team to discuss the right equipment configuration for your product specifications and production volume targets.

CAD Program Loading & Rivet Type Selection 

CAD Program Loading & Rivet Type Selection

The operator loads the CAD drawing for the current product into the machine’s programming system. The CAD guidance automatically defines the rivet placement positions across the 300 x 300mm working platform. The machine selects the correct rivet type from its automatic dual-rivet switching system — no manual changeover required when switching between rivet specifications. 

 

Plate Loading & CCD Vision Correction 

Plate Loading & CCD Vision Correction

The aluminum, copper, or VC plate assembly is loaded onto the working platform. If CCD vision correction is enabled, the vision system captures the actual position of the workpiece and compares it to the programmed CAD coordinates — automatically correcting for any placement offset before riveting begins. This eliminates positioning errors caused by manual loading variation. 

 

Automatic Riveting Cycle 

Automatic Riveting Cycle

The electric cylinder descends to the first programmed rivet position and applies up to 2 tons of pressing force to set the rivet. The system monitors both riveting position and cylinder pressure in real time throughout the cycle — flagging any deviation from the programmed pressure profile for quality control purposes. The machine then moves to the next rivet position automatically, following the CAD-defined sequence. 

 

Automatic Blanking & Discharge 

Automatic Blanking & Discharge

After all rivet positions have been completed, the machine performs automatic blanking and the finished assembly is discharged. The production cycle is then ready for the next workpiece — with no manual intervention required between units in fully automatic mode. 

All positioning, pressure, and rivet type parameters are programmable via the machine interface, allowing the same unit to handle different thermal module product specifications without hardware changeover.

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