Author: Ganesh Gavhane
Completely new possibilities in grinding with metal bonded CBN and Diamond wheels: This is made possible by WireDress® from STUDER. Not only does this innovative, electro erosive integrated dressing technology save massive downtime, it also enables sintered metal bonds to be dressed with the highest precision in the grinding machine at full wheel speed. Fischer AG in Herzogenbuchsee, manufacturer of high-precision spindles, has been using this technology for several months and cannot hide their en-thusiasm. Alfred Mair, Head of Grinding Technology at Fischer in Herzogenbuchsee, faced a challenge. The aim of Fischer AG was not only to increase productivity, but…
FARO has announced the first arm-based solution to include high resolution, 3D color scanning capability. This exciting introduction includes full color 3D scanning as standard, out-of-the-box functionality in the new FARO Design ScanArm® 2.5C The Design ScanArm 2.5C is compatible with the FARO 8-Axis FaroArm® system, which effectively doubles the arm reach and substantively improves the ease of use, is specifically designed to address design challenges across a range of industries including Computer Graphics, Industrial Machinery, Auto Manufacturing and Engineering Services. A color 3D representation is the perfect baseline for product visualizations and special effects. This innovative leap forward enables…
With the intelligent SCHUNK EGL PROFINET parallel gripper, the competence leader for gripping systems and clamping technology SCHUNK has been exploiting the potential for highly flexible applications for users in the diverse Industry 4.0 environment The world’s first universal gripper with integrated electronics,certified with the highest standard of category C, uniting power, diversity, and intelligence. Its high-performance PROFINET interface creates the optimum conditions for real-time process regulation and maximum performance. With a variable gripping force between 50 N and 600 N, the compact gripper covers an extremely wide range of components. In force-fit gripping, it can handle a wide range…
In the automotive industry, there are measurement tasks which require simultaneous detection of several measurement values or three-dimensional detection of measurement objects within short cycle times. For example, when assembling the windshield, a scanCONTROL laser line sensor is used to detect detailed distance values. The automotive industry is the sector where most industrial robots are used. Therefore, the requirements regarding cycle time, degree of automation and repeatability are increasing. In production and joining processes from the shock absorber to the front spoiler and the lights, many steps must be carried out during which different parts are joined. Previously, the production…
You might think that minimising probing cycle time on a machine tool would be as simple as just increasing the feedrate; unfortunately, it’s not as simple as that. Based on its years of metrology experience, Renishaw knows that to minimise probing cycle time whilst maintaining machined component accuracy, intelligent optimisation is needed. SupaTouch – an optimisation routine within Renishaw’s industry standard Inspection Plus macro software – intelligently optimises on machine probing cycles, leading to a cycle time reduction of up to 60% on CNC machine tools. During 2018 Renishaw will introduce a new version of Inspection Plus, with updated SupaTouch…
Vadodara-based Solitaire Machine Tools Limited is a leading manufacturer of Precision Centerless Grinders, with a standing and reputation spanning nearly three decades. Solitaire focuses on designing and manufacturing centerless grinding machines of superior quality, high accuracy and superlative performance. The company is also recognized for timely delivery, installation services, training and after-sales technical support, reveals Ashok Sheth, Chairman, SMT in an interview with P.K. Balasubbramaniian. Excerpts:Q. You are a prominent name in Centerless Grinding. What precisely is your niche?We have been in Centerless Grinder business of manufacturing and remanufacturing since 1980. The association with Cincinnati Milacron and its grinders made…
Solapur-based Precision Camshaft Limited, a leading manufacturer of camshafts for the automotive industry, has recently been in the news for its acquisition of two companies that will help it generate a bigger footprint across the globe. The company is headed by Yatin Shah, Chairman and Managing Director. Huned Contractor reportsPrecision Camshaft Limited is one of the world’s leading manufacturer and supplier of camshafts, a critical engine component, in the passenger vehicle segment, based on estimated global market share by volume according to the ICRA research report. It supplies over 150 varieties of camshafts for passenger vehicles, tractors, light commercial vehicles…
Q. Would you like to briefly introduce the Rollon Group and his global strategy?The Rollon Group is a global company specialized in the production of components for linear motion. Rollon is having worldwide presence, the companies headquarter is in Italy (Milano) and the global sales activities are organized by our German Branch in Dusseldorf. Furthermore, our presence is very strong all around Europe and US market, today we are focused on India, China, Japan, Korea, Russia and Brazil, because our interest is developing the international market.Rollon is the global leader for linear motion products in many different industrial sectors, especially…
Q. Can you please tell us a little about Dutch Tech Tools’ Indian and global reach?Dutch Tech Tools was founded with the primary purpose of being an internationally recognised Indian player for manufacturing New Age Solid Carbide Round Cutting Tools and basically exporting our products as we are based out of a Special Economic Zone. Over the short span of time that we have been operating, we have set up distributor and dealer networks in over 22 countries to sell our tools. Firstly, we needed to be confident in our products and more importantly, showcase India as a quality producer…
Capable of achieving a surface finish better than 0.2ra with run out of less than 2 microns the four axes grinder complements ANCA’s full machine range Launched at IMTS 2018 the CPX Linear has a large working envelope and powerful grinding spindles to achieve the highest precision and productivity for blank preparation in the market today. Using the pinch peel method of grinding it offers the same strength, rigidity and thermal stability expected from an ANCA tool grinder. Simon Richardson, Product Manager at ANCA said: “We have taken the best aspects of our technology to build a fantastic machine. For…
Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers’ Association (IMTMA) organized the 12th edition of National Productivity Summit (National Productivity Summit 2018), from 24 – 25 August 2018, at ITC Grand Chola in Chennai. The theme of the summit was “Showcasing Competitiveness in Manufacturing.” Over 300 delegates participated in the summit. The summit was inaugurated by Mr. M.M. Murugappan, Executive Chairman, Murugappa Group and Dr. V. Sumantran, Chairman, Celeris Technologies. Speaking at the inauguration of the summit Mr. Murugappan said, “India is poised to be one of the largest manufacturing economies in the world as Industry 4.0 gains wider acceptance and reshapes manufacturing as…
In the era of digital commerce, fast distribution of goods is a requirement that every company should be able to respond to. The desire for internationalization aimed at overcoming geographical and temporal barriers, has determined that companies – which look for new opportunities – accelerate the supply and delivery processes, leading to a series of changes on a global scale. In this scenario, an increase in the flow of goods has been recorded, from raw materials and auxiliary components up to the distribution of finished products. Road transport remains the most common and cost-effective way for the handling of goods,…
EuroBLECH 2018, the 25th International Sheet Metal Working Technology Exhibition, takes place from 23 – 26 October 2018 at the Hanover Exhibition Grounds in Germany.Around 1,550 exhibitors from 40 countries will present the complete spectrum (link: https://www.euroblech.com/2018/english/event/exhibition-profile/) of intelligent solutions and innovative machinery for modern production in sheet metal working through numerous live demonstrations at the exhibition stands.The digital transformation is currently playing a major role in the industry, which enables an increased efficiency and thus a higher level of automation and predictive maintenance. These developments are reflected in this year’s motto for EuroBLECH “Step into the digital reality” since…
ANCA Motion’s LinX M-Series linear motor offers a highly dynamic and efficient automation solution for OEMs with improved performance, accuracy and reliability ANCA Motion designs and manufactures flexible control systems, specialising in high precision solutions for CNC machines. Unique to ANCA Motion is the LinX M-series linear motor which is housed within a slim body, is highly energy efficient and delivers precision CNC applications or high-speed automation systems every time. An early adopter to new technology, ANCA Motion will also reveal its Single Cable Motion System that adopts the Hiperface DSL protocol technology by using a single cable to simplify…