Committed to Research
HRE Hidraulic is a company committed to R&D&I. We are convinced of the benefit that this effort entails and as an example of this, below we present the list of research projects developed by HRE Hidraulic in recent years.
HAZITEK Haritz Hostoa project
In 2024, reducing environmental impact and moving toward net-zero emissions in production processes is encouraged; by 2035, it may become not just a solution, but an obligation. This presents an opportunity to anticipate and establish our industrial environment as a benchmark in the circular economy. Hence the title of this project, “Haritz-Hostoa: The Basque Factory 2030 Focused on Circular Production,” which is presented as a competitive initiative focused on developing new products and processes designed from the outset to minimize impact and ensure sustainability throughout the entire production chain.
Unlike other, more technical projects focused on drastically increasing productivity or efficiency, this initiative is driven by circular economy principles and environmental sustainability.
This project addresses the challenge of adopting the requirements and benefits of a circular economy mindset. To achieve this, it focuses on five key pillars of local businesses: raw materials, electricity, tools, digital systems, and labor. Additionally, developments will be made to give a second life to many materials currently classified as waste, such as cutting fluids (reduction and/or elimination), metal shavings (compaction, crushing, and recycling), scrap metal (secondary use for research or training), water with thermal potential, and obsolete equipment.
The main objective of this project is to optimize the Basque factory—particularly the participating industrial partners—from an environmental perspective, taking into account all subsystems and processes. To this end, the following sub-objectives will be pursued: i) provide a circular solution for each type of waste; ii) minimize environmental impact; iii) improve new workshops; iv) refurbish existing workshops; v) establish the circular economy as the cornerstone of production.
BDIH KONEXIO Project
i-BeCold® EQUIPMENT OPTIMIZATION FOR ECO-EFFICIENT MACHINING PROCESSES FOR ADDITIVELY MANUFACTURED COMPONENTS
This project seeks to optimize the use of cryogenic cooling with CO2 as a cutting fluid for the finishing of additively manufactured components through high-speed milling operations, avoiding the use of oil emulsions, which are ecologically inefficient. This proof of concept seeks to introduce this technology into the aeronautical sector where, due to the porosity of additive parts, the use of oil emulsions during finishing involves costly cleaning processes to remove residues. Therefore, the use of i-BeCold® equipment can present a competitive advantage, both technologically and ecologically.
BDIH/DIH AGENTS
Node: Smart and connected machines.
5-axis multi-process milling cell, capable of performing very high-speed operations (UPV/EHU).
BDIH KONEXIO Project
This project aims to analyze, through laboratory tests and simulation, the way to introduce CO2 through the inside of the head for industrial use and the possible effect that the passage of CO2 through the inside of the cutting head of the machine could have, analyzing possible adverse effects such as failures in the supply due to losses in the circuit, excessive deformations in the machine, affectation in the head bearings, etc.
The objectives are as follows:
1. To enable a machine for continuous use under industrial conditions with CO2 passing through the cutting head.
2. To analyze the machine’s response during the continuous flow of CO2 through the machine head.
3. To analyze potential harmful thermal effects through simulations and monitoring due to the use of CO2 inside the tool.
4. To validate an internal CO2 cooling solution through testing for use in high-productivity industrial conditions.
To achieve these objectives, HRE HIDRAULIC will have the support of TECNALIA, with years of experience in the technologies involved. It participates in the Basque Digital Innovation Hub (BDIH) in the SMART AND CONNECTED MACHINES NODE and has assets of interest in this case, such as:
SMART: Applications that provide the machine with advanced intelligence-based features.
HAZITEK GreenLan Project
The companies in the GreenLan consortium will implement an action plan to adapt to sustainable principles, prioritizing the drastic elimination of cutting lubricants and improving the reuse of machined materials. It should be noted that cutting lubricants are linked to more than 100 occupational diseases. The result of the project is a new family of equipment, tools, and machining components with added value that will gain market share and be able to offer advantageous conditions, in addition to making progress in reducing environmental impact. Impact reduction is a fundamental guideline of the new European Post-COVID Reconstruction Plan, and this project is fully aligned with that idea.
The environmental transition of the European Green Deal aims to respond to the challenges of climate and the environment, which is one of the main tasks of current generations. Achieving a climate-neutral and circular economy with an environment free of toxic substances requires the full mobilization of companies and, in this case, of the Basque industrial fabric. The European Union has set a 25-year deadline to transform the industrial sector and all value chains.
HAZITEK TECH4CUT R&D&I Project
New monitoring and variable performance technologies for individual optimization of machining processes.
Project conformed by a Consortium led by SAVVY DATA SYSTEMS, participating in the same IBERMATICA, GAI PRECISION WORKSHOPS, WOLCO WORKSHOPS, HRE HIDRAULIC, GERNIKA WORKSHOPS, SORALUCE, FAGOR EDERLAN, GOIMEK, KHEGAL AERICROLOSINTÉANA, with support from KHEGAL AERICROLOSINTÉANA. as RVCTI agents of IDEKO, TEKNIKER, UPV / EHU, EDERTEK and I3B. ZE-2020/00013 Project.
IHOBE – BECOLD’S ECODESIGN AND DEMONSTRATION IN CIRCULAR ECONOMICS project
The aim of BECOLD is to totally or partially eliminate the use of cutting oils and fluids. But not only does it bring benefits in economic terms, if we talk in terms of the environment, this new product can greatly reduce pollution, is not harmful to the environment and helps reduce the contribution to climate change as it has a carbon footprint that is much lower than other processes. Another advantage is that it is not harmful to the health of workers (as can be the case with coolant and other cutting oils that can be harmful to the skin and respiratory system). We can therefore say that it is a circular product and it is based on three main strategies.
Recirculate strategy:.
Contributes to closing the circle (recirculate) as it uses waste from other industries as raw material. This is the case of the cryogenic CO2 it uses, which comes from CO2 generated as waste by other industrial processes. In this way, it allows a new use to be given to what until now was considered waste. Waste that in this case contributes to global warming. On the other hand, unlike other technologies, BECOLD generates chips that come out practically dry and without mineral residues, which facilitates their use as raw material, reusing the material and closing the circle. Therefore, the use of BECOLD favours recirculation compared to other technologies that generate waste that either cannot be used or require costly management processes. BECOLD does not generate any waste or components that need to be recycled or disposed of; all leftovers from its use are used directly as raw material, favouring reuse.
Narrowing the circle strategy:.
This is a technology with circular supplies that allow the circle to be narrowed, as it allows materials of mineral origin to be replaced by materials of vegetable origin. Furthermore, the swarf generated is more easily recirculated, and as it is dry it does not require any treatment, which implies a lower demand for materials and energy for such treatment. In addition, BECOLD significantly reduces machining times, saving time and energy, thus optimising the machining process and minimising the use of energy, which is key to the strategy of narrowing the circle.
Slowing down strategy:.
This technology allows tool life to be increased by providing better performance and savings in material and energy (which contributes to the narrowing strategy above).
In short, it is a technology that combines minimum quantity oil lubrication (MQL) with the cooling provided by liquid CO2. By combining these two systems, excellent performance is achieved in the machining process. In fact, one of the lines of work to be developed is with automotive engine manufacturers, who generate a large amount of CO2 during engine testing, CO2 that can of course be reused in and with the BECOLD equipment.
HAZITEK TECH4CUT R&D&I Project
New monitoring and variable performance technologies for individual optimization of machining processes.
Project conformed by a Consortium led by SAVVY DATA SYSTEMS, participating in the same IBERMATICA, GAI PRECISION WORKSHOPS, WOLCO WORKSHOPS, HRE HIDRAULIC, GERNIKA WORKSHOPS, SORALUCE, FAGOR EDERLAN, GOIMEK, KHEGAL AERICROLOSINTÉANA, with support from KHEGAL AERICROLOSINTÉANA. as RVCTI agents of IDEKO, TEKNIKER, UPV / EHU, EDERTEK and I3B. ZE-2020/00013 Project.
IHOBE – BECOLD’S ECODESIGN AND DEMONSTRATION IN CIRCULAR ECONOMICS project
The aim of BECOLD is to totally or partially eliminate the use of cutting oils and fluids. But not only does it bring benefits in economic terms, if we talk in terms of the environment, this new product can greatly reduce pollution, is not harmful to the environment and helps reduce the contribution to climate change as it has a carbon footprint that is much lower than other processes. Another advantage is that it is not harmful to the health of workers (as can be the case with coolant and other cutting oils that can be harmful to the skin and respiratory system). We can therefore say that it is a circular product and it is based on three main strategies.
Recirculate strategy:.
Contributes to closing the circle (recirculate) as it uses waste from other industries as raw material. This is the case of the cryogenic CO2 it uses, which comes from CO2 generated as waste by other industrial processes. In this way, it allows a new use to be given to what until now was considered waste. Waste that in this case contributes to global warming. On the other hand, unlike other technologies, BECOLD generates chips that come out practically dry and without mineral residues, which facilitates their use as raw material, reusing the material and closing the circle. Therefore, the use of BECOLD favours recirculation compared to other technologies that generate waste that either cannot be used or require costly management processes. BECOLD does not generate any waste or components that need to be recycled or disposed of; all leftovers from its use are used directly as raw material, favouring reuse.
Narrowing the circle strategy:.
This is a technology with circular supplies that allow the circle to be narrowed, as it allows materials of mineral origin to be replaced by materials of vegetable origin. Furthermore, the swarf generated is more easily recirculated, and as it is dry it does not require any treatment, which implies a lower demand for materials and energy for such treatment. In addition, BECOLD significantly reduces machining times, saving time and energy, thus optimising the machining process and minimising the use of energy, which is key to the strategy of narrowing the circle.
Slowing down strategy:.
This technology allows tool life to be increased by providing better performance and savings in material and energy (which contributes to the narrowing strategy above).
In short, it is a technology that combines minimum quantity oil lubrication (MQL) with the cooling provided by liquid CO2. By combining these two systems, excellent performance is achieved in the machining process. In fact, one of the lines of work to be developed is with automotive engine manufacturers, who generate a large amount of CO2 during engine testing, CO2 that can of course be reused in and with the BECOLD equipment.
HAZITEK HARDCRAFT R&D&I Project
New cutting tools and accessories aimed at improving the demand for productivity and reducing takt-time.
Project led by NUEVA HERRAMIENTA DE CORTE (NECO), participating in the same HRE, SUSENSA, ZUBIOLA and LAIP with the support of TECNALIA and the UPV as agent of the Basque Network of Science, Technology and Innovation. ZL-2019/00720 Project.
HAZITEK HARDCRAFT R&D&I Project
New cutting tools and accessories aimed at improving the demand for productivity and reducing takt-time.
Project led by NUEVA HERRAMIENTA DE CORTE (NECO), participating in the same HRE, SUSENSA, ZUBIOLA and LAIP with the support of TECNALIA and the UPV as agent of the Basque Network of Science, Technology and Innovation. ZL-2018/00744 Project.
HAZITEK HEMATEX R&D&I Project
Rotary tools for superfinishing extra hard materials.
Project led by NUEVA HERRAMIENTA DE CORTE (NECO), participating in the same HRE and ZUBIOLA with the support of TECNALIA and the UPV as agent of the Basque Network of Science, Technology and Innovation. Project ZL-2017/00486.
GLOBAL LEHIAN BECOLD R&D&I Project
The final objective of the BECOLD project is to put on the market an innovative lubrication and cooling system solution based on low cost cryogenic gases (CO2) for machining processes by chip removal. The purpose of using this solution is to be able to totally or partially eliminate the use of coolants and cutting oils without losing productivity quotas during machining processes, thus reducing costs and the environmental impact derived from current cooling systems. File 2017-PBEM-000038-01.
HAZITEK HEMATEX R&D&I Project
Rotary tools for superfinishing extra hard materials.
Project led by NUEVA HERRAMIENTA DE CORTE (NECO), participating in the same HRE and ZUBIOLA with the support of TECNALIA and the UPV as agent of the Basque Network of Science, Technology and Innovation. Project ZL-2016/00391.
GAITEK SIMULIND R&D&I Project
Design and development of an industrial simulator for the acquisition of skills in operation, maintenance and safety of CSP concentrating solar power generation plants.
Project led by HRE, participating in the same AGLA4D with the support of TECNALIA as agent of the Basque Network of Science, Technology and Innovation. Project IG-2014/01076.
GAITEK MANUNET ERA-NET BECOOL R&D&I Project
Alternative lubrication systems based on low cost cryogenic gases (CO2 and LN2).
Project led by HRE, participating in the same KONDIA, MECANIFRAN, METAL ESTALKI, NUEVA HERRAMIENTA DE CORTE (NECO) and SUSENSA with the support of TECNALIA as agent of the Basque Network of Science, Technology and Innovation. Project IG-2014/00235.
GAITEK SOLTEST R&D&I Project
Design and development of the minimum functional unit to validate technological developments in concentrating solar technology and didactic equipment for the teaching-learning of said technology. Project IG-2013/00302.
MANUNET ERA-NET BECOLD R&D&I Project
Alternative lubrication systems based on low cost cryogenic gases (CO2 and LN2).
Project led by HRE, participating in the same KONDIA, MECANIFRAN, METAL ESTALKI, NUEVA HERRAMIENTA DE CORTE (NECO) and SUSENSA with the support of TECNALIA as agent of the Basque Network of Science, Technology and Innovation. Project IG-2013/01106.
GAITEK MANUNET CHUCKS R&D&I Project
Innovative Chucks with self tool lubrication. The final objective of the CHUCKS project is to develop a collet holder or group of collet holders for CNC machining centers that are capable of self-lubricating the cutting tool, without having to involve the central lubrication system of the machine tool.
Project led by HRE and NECO, with the support of TECNALIA as agent of the Basque Network of Science, Technology and Innovation. As european companies, OLMA, SCM, L. A. OFFICINA MECCANICA, METEC, GORENJE and TECOS. Project IG-2012/00135.
ETORGAI DACINOX R&D&I Project
Development of a new DUPLEX stainless steel with improved performance. HRE Hidraulic’s role in this Project has been based on developing the new optimal conditions for Dry Machining (MQL) for a new Stainless Steel with performance far superior to the current ones on the market.
Project led by OLARRA, participating in the same HRE, IBARMIA PRECISION, KENDU, IBARMIA INNIOVATEK and ZUAZO, with the support of TECNALIA as agent of the Basque Network of Science, Technology and Innovation. Project ER-2010/00031.
GAITEK MANUNET CHUCKS R&D&I Project
Innovative Chucks with self tool lubrication. The final objective of the CHUCKS project is to develop a collet holder or group of collet holders for CNC machining centers that are capable of self-lubricating the cutting tool, without having to involve the central lubrication system of the machine tool.
Project led by HRE and NECO, with the support of TECNALIA as agent of the Basque Network of Science, Technology and Innovation. As european companies, OLMA, SCM, L. A. OFFICINA MECCANICA, METEC, GORENJE and TECOS. Project IG-2011/00385.
ETORGAI DACINOX R&D&I Project
Development of a new DUPLEX Stainless steel with improved performance The role of HRE Hidraulic in this Project has been based on developing the new optimal dry machining conditions (MQL) for a new Stainless Steel with performance far superior to the current ones on the market.
Project led by OLARRA, participating in the same HRE, IBARMIA PRECISION, KENDU, IBARMIA INNIOVATEK and ZUAZO, with the support of TECNALIA as agent of the Basque Network of Science, Technology and Innovation. Project ER-2010/00031.
GAITEK PRENSINT R&D&I Project
Optimization of the ultra-high-strength steel sheet cutting process through the development of intelligent damping systems.
Project led by HRE with the support of UM University of Mondragón as agent of the Basque Network of Science, Technology and Innovation. The developed system has been patented. Project IG-2010/00127.
GAITEK MANUNET CHUCKS R&D&I Project
Innovative Chucks with self tool lubrication. The final objective of the CHUCKS project is to develop a collet holder or group of collet holders for CNC machining centers that are capable of self-lubricating the cutting tool, without having to involve the central lubrication system of the machine tool.
Project led by HRE and NECO with the support of TECNALIA as agent of the Basque Network of Science, Technology and Innovation. As european companies, OLMA, SCM, L. A. OFFICINA MECCANICA, METEC, GORENJE and TECOS. Project IG-2010/00462.
ETORGAI DACINOX R&D&I Project
Development of a new DUPLEX Stainless steel with improved performance The role of HRE Hidraulic in this Project has been based on developing the new optimal dry machining conditions (MQL) for a new Stainless Steel with performance far superior to the current ones on the market.
Project led by OLARRA, participating in the same HRE, IBARMIA PRECISION, KENDU, IBARMIA INNIOVATEK and ZUAZO, with the support of TECNALIA as agent of the Basque Network of Science, Technology and Innovation. Project ER-2010/00031.
MINI-WIND End of Degree Project
Definition of the specification notebook for a new concept of solar tracker.
Project developed between HRE and the Department of Mechanical Engineering of the MU – Mondragon Unibetsitatea.
INNOTEK PRENSINT R&D&I Project
Optimization of the ultra-high-strength steel sheet cutting process through the development of intelligent damping systems.
Project led by HRE with the support of UM – University of Mondragón as agent of the Basque Network of Science, Technology and Innovation. The developed system has been patented. Project IT-2009/00242.
INNOTEK EKOGRIND R&D&I Project
For an ecological rectification.
Project led by DANOBAT participating in the same HRE, UNESA, with IDEKO and UPV/EHU as agent of the Basque Network of Science, Technology and Innovation. Project IT-2008/00495.
End of Degree Project PAMS
Modeling project of the state of an “On Line” Hydraulic Group to ensure its correct operation, based on the reading of the different signals (inputs).
Project developed jointly with the Engineering department of the IMH, HRE and MASER companies, also counting on the collaboration of TEKNIKER.
INNOTEK PRENSINT R&D&I Project
Optimization of the ultra-high-strength steel sheet cutting process through the development of intelligent damping systems.
Project led by HRE with the support of UM University of Mondragón as agent of the Basque Network of Science, Technology and Innovation. The developed system has been patented. Project IT-2008/00550.
INNOTEK EKOGRIND R&D&I Project
For an ecological rectification.
Project led by DANOBAT participating in the same HRE, UNESA, with IDEKO and UPV/EHU as agent of the Basque Network of Science, Technology and Innovation. Project IT-2007/.
INNOTEK EKOGRIND R&D&I Project
For an ecological grinding.
Project led by DANOBAT participating in the same HRE, UNESA, with IDEKO and UPV/EHU as agent of the Basque Network of Science, Technology and Innovation. Project IT-2006/004023.
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