NEWS NEWS NEWS HiGHer ACCurACY COntOurinG AnD POsitiOninG Mitsui Seiki describes its ‘Ultimate Mother Machine’ being able to realise jig borer levels of positional accuracy within +/- 1 micron with the ability to contour with ultra-high accuracy due to the introduction of MAMS (Mitsui Accurate Milling Support) thermal monitoring system. The ‘Mother Machine’ term is widely used in Japan to describe an ‘ultra-high accuracy’ machine tool with the capability to produce critical features on further machine tools that have high accuracy potential. Available through 2D CNC <strong>Machinery</strong> based in Hinckley, the Mitsui Seiki PJ812 vertical spindle precision profiling centre has been developed to accommodate higher precision machining demands such as those required in machine tool and quality equipment, aerospace and defence, medical, optical and specific mould and die applications. Here, the combined advantage of high static rigidity, some six times greater than a conventional vertical machining centre, has been built into the 3-axis machine frame with the absolute benefit of thermal growth and deflection control that is greater by some 30 per cent over previous ‘incorporated’ production machine technologies. MAMS is a multi-sensor based thermal growth monitoring system able to minimise the influence of temperature changes on workpiece accuracy and cut temperature generated displacement by up to 60 per cent. This system is also able to control the thermal growth and deflection in the Z-axis by some 30 per cent compared with previous generation technologies employed. Further contributing to higher accuracy ‘Mother Machine’ capability is a planer-style symmetric construction with hardened and ground steel slideways and special contact elements to enhance acceleration. Mitsui Seiki’s latest development of a ‘sliding mechanism’ that is able to reduce ‘stick-slip’ helps achieve an accuracy of 0.1 micron for axis feed. The PJ812 also has centralised coolant system for its ballscrews to stabilise the precision of axis feeds, slideway lubrication and other critical surfaces. As a result, heat deformation is reduced and the distance between the Z-axis drive and the spindle is minimised. tel: 0844 8718584 email: info@2dcnc.co.uk Aberlink - Xtreme meAsures Aberlink staff will be demonstrating the company’s recently launched Xtreme CNC Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) on stand H55, at the forthcoming Advanced Manufacturing Exhibition. The unique CMM was designed with a novel non-Cartesian structure and uses advanced linear motors and precise mechanical bearings. This advantageous configuration ensures that the CMM maintains its accuracy at very fast measurement rates and does not suffer from the accumulative inaccuracies that occur in conventional 3-axis Cartesian arrangements. As its name implies, the cost effective Xtreme CMM offers customers a robust solution for undertaking precise inspection routines wherever they are required. Too prove its versatile nature and ability to quickly swap between tactile and noncontact measuring routines, Aberlink’s bestselling Axiom Too CMM will be used to illustrate the latest, MK IV Aberlink vision software. Aberlink 3D CNC Inspection software now enables the extremely accurate, rapid scanning of features and profiles. The Mk IV software version delivers enhanced functionality and boasts an improved CAD Comparison module and the easiest to use ‘off-line Programming from CAD’ software module currently available. tel: 01453 884461 email: chris.davies@aberlink.co,uk stArt YOur sPrinG CleAn-uP With Spring in the air, Nederman is giving industry a chance to clear the air and the workshop with its irresistible Spring promotion. The seasonal offer from the world leader in industrial filtration includes huge discounts on its FilterBox 10A fume and dust extraction unit, the Suction Blaster SB750 dust free sandblasting system and the ever popular 216E industrial vacuum cleaner. The best-selling FilterBox 10A is a mobile or fixed unit for 'at-source' dust and fume extraction. Ideal for welding, fabrication and other workshop dust or fume applications, the FilterBox 10A is equipped with automatic compressed air cleaning and a signal indicates when it is time to clean or change the filter cartridges. The FilterBox has multiple fan options for different applications and can be supplied without an extraction arm for connection to extract ductwork. Also in the Spring promotional offer is the portable Suction Blaster SB750. This innovative mobile blasting system provides a dust-free abrasive sandblasting solution that will guarantee a cleaner and healthier work environment. Unlike many alternative systems, the groundbreaking Suction Blaster SB750 recycles the blast material numerous times to reduce operational costs and provides a mobile economically viable option for companies regularly conducting blasting operations. Mounted on wheels with a 230V power supply and an overall weight of just 14kg, the SB750 with a powerful 1000W motor is efficient, cost effective and extremely easy to use. Also avalable is the FilterBox or the Suction Blaster then you will undoubtedly need to buy the Nederman 216E Dry Vacuum. This extremely powerful industrial dust collector has a rugged and robust design for the most demanding shop-floor environments. Suitable for the collection of dry and hazardous materials, the 216E has cyclonic pre-separation and the filter system is enhanced with a cartridge that is separated by a protective plate. tel: 08452 743434 email: info@nederman.co.uk Web: www.nederman.co.uk 8 <strong>Machinery</strong> <strong>World</strong>, <strong>April</strong> <strong>2017</strong>
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