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Mill/turn centre has a lower turret equipped with a 60mm Y-axis traverse that increases capability for new processing applications and cutting tools

With a lower turret equipped with a 60 mm Y-axis, Yamazaki Mazak UK said that the versatility of its Integrex e-420H-ST II mill/turn centre is considerably expanded. It delivers increased capability for new processing applications and cutting tools. The ability to mount turning tools, tailstock, steady rest attachment or special fixtures on the lower turret opens up numerous machining possibilities for delivering maximum productivity from a single machine tool.

The Integrex e-420H-ST II has upper turret axis travels of 845mm and 420mm (X and Y) complemented by a lower turret with axis travels of 232mm and 60mm (X and Y) and upper and lower Z-axis movements of 2088mm and 1893mm respectively.

Yamazaki Mazak told manufacturingtalk.com that the machine can meet almost any kind of production requirements.

These large and multiple axis movements are combined with powerful main and second spindles (4000 rev/min, 30kW), both equipped with C-axis, which is capable of the smallest of incremental movements.

For rotary tool applications the upper B-axis spindle is a 12,000 rev/min, rated at 22kW, while the lower rotary tool spindle is a 6000 rev/min, 5.5kW unit.

* Reducing manufacturing costs – this combination of machining capacity and power makes the Integrex e-420H-ST II a complete fusion of machining centre and turning centre to provide a machining platform capable of reducing manufacturing costs through improved productivity.

The Mazak e-machines fully embrace the Information Technology age and bring the idea of the ‘intelligent machine tool’ to reality.

The Mazatrol Matrix control has been developed with a number of intelligent functions that assist the operation of the machine and allow communication between the machine tool, control and the manufacturing/production system in operation within a factory.

These functions also provide both management and operator with a wide range of relevant production information and feedback.

For example, the e-tower, which is integral with the e-machine, provides the operator with, for example, set-up support and access to operating and maintenance manuals and work schedules.

Management, in turn, can download programs, scheduling data and component drawings, while receiving real-time information relating to machine and job status.

** Yamazaki Mazak UK at MACH 2008, NEC, Birmingham, UK, April 21-25, Hall 5, Stand 5360. Request a free brochure from Yamazaki Mazak UK….

North Haven, CT – IBAG North America announces the addition of new 20 and 22mm diameter high speed milling & drilling spindles for Swiss turning applications. Utilizing synchronous, DC motor technology, the spindles operate up to 100,000 rpm with 260 Watts continuous power and high torque. Ideal for machining applications involving micro-milling and drilling tools, as well as engraving and fine milling, these new, more compact spindles feature high rigidity and ultra precision (less then 2 microns run-out) to dramatically enhance surface quality, machining accuracy, and reduce the need for secondary operations. Models are available in standard length,shorter length than competitor models to better suit compact tooling areas as well as 90 degree versions. In addition, for turning center users, IBAG offers a ready-to-install kit that includes the spindle and drive, all electrical and pneumatic lines, and optional spindle mounting blocks. The 20 and 22 mm spindles complement the existing line of 25 mm diameter spindles from IBAG, offering high-speed, precision milling and drilling capabilities for smaller Swiss turning equipment.

IBAG North America offers a full line of machine-tool high-speed spindles with complete repair and rebuilding services, as well as vacuum workholding systems to serve metalworking manufacturers and precision product and component applications.

SOURCE: IBAG North America