Haffner unveils machine to support Part F changes

With the update to Part F ventilation regulations that is due to come into effect in June 2022, Haffner has launched its new MAC 145 night vent router.

Dave Thomas, Haffner CEO, said: “With the change to regulations as part of the Governments’ Future Home Standards, we have launched our new MAC 145 night vent router to allow single or double routing on both PVC-U and aluminium profiles. This new innovative twin motor machine will support fabricators routing profiles for trickle and night vents as they work to achieve the updated Part F ventilation requirements.”

The MAC 145 incorporates an intelligent barcode scanner which reads and sets the machine for accurate single or double routing. Controlled by a Beckhoff PLC system and offering a 2.5m maximum routing capacity, the machine is capable of routing both sides in one automated operation to further improve manufacturing efficiencies and routing accuracy.

Dave said: “The speed at which we have developed and bought the machine to market is nothing less than incredible and demonstrates the strength and capability of our design and manufacturing teams.”

Haffner, which recently increased its FIT Show stand space to a record 610m2, will be showcasing a vast range of machines at the NEC in May. It will also be the first ever fully seamless machinery stand in the UK because it will showcase the complete Graf Synergy range, as well as machinery from both Haffner and FOM ranges.

Dave concluded: “The amendments to Part F have caught many fabricators by surprise but the new MAC 145 night vent router is a machine that will help them to accurately deliver this new requirement as well as free up capacity on their existing machining centres.”