Higher productivity and lower costs in machining
Higher productivity, lower costs
Increasing the productivity of machine equipment is key to reducing the costs of entire manufacturing technologies. In both new and existing machining processes there is always potential to shorten production time. This can be achieved through the following approaches:
Optimal tuning of control systems and machine drives
Properly tuning servo-drive control parameters and the control system’s interpolator parameters to the specific manufacturing process and the machine’s dynamic capabilities makes it possible to raise machining productivity while maintaining the required part accuracy and surface quality.
Optimal NC code and machining strategy
The final productivity of a machining process is often determined by how the NC code is prepared and by the chosen material-removal strategy. Adjustments to CAM-generated toolpaths or to finished NC programs can shorten machining time while ensuring the required part accuracy and quality and an appropriate machine load.
We design and implement custom post-processors for various types of machine tools. To verify the NC code, we prepare a virtual machine model that enables full simulation of the manufacturing process.
Optimization of cutting conditions for efficient, cost-minimized machining
By selecting suitable cutting conditions, machining productivity can be balanced against tool wear, thereby reducing overall manufacturing costs. We have extensive experience machining a wide range of materials, including stainless steels, Ti and Ni alloys, and composites.