Solving every component cleaning task

Ecoclean (Hall 6, Stand 549) will showcase several new developments, including the EcoCwave for challenging aqueous cleaning tasks. Designed for immersion and spraying processes, the system has a vacuum-tight work chamber and is capable of anything from preliminary and intermediate cleaning, right up to precision cleaning. To achieve this, the all-rounder comes with two or three tanks as standard, which are arranged vertically and designed for optimal flow conditions. This prevents chips and dirt from accumulating. Each tank has a separate wash solution circuit with full-flow and bypass filtration.

For further information www.ecoclean-group.net

Taking business to the next level

CGTech (Hall 19, Stand 218) says that visitors can find out from the NC code simulation specialist how its software can take their business to the next level. With Vericut, CGTech offers a wide range of products and solutions that ensure CNC machine tools run collision-free and manufacturing processes operate more efficiently with increased profit levels.
Demonstrations of the latest features in version 9.2, plus an exclusive preview of what is to come in 9.3 of Vericut CNC machine simulation and optimisation software, will take place on the stand.

For further information www.cgtech.co.uk

Reliable saw line for shipbuilding

The Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire uses large quantities of profile steel in a wide variety of geometries, lengths and bends, which is why it has invested in a modern production line featuring an automatic mitre bandsaw from Behringer. The Behringer HBP410-723GA saws round profiles up to a diameter of 410 mm and flat material up to 600 mm wide.

The saw line is loaded on the infeed side by means of a transversal lift truck, which enables the buffering of round, square and flat bars with an initial length of up to 12 m. Material is positioned using two grippers, one on the infeed side and a section gripper on the outfeed side. The combination of the two grippers ensures safe material handling; even short sections sawn on a mitre are transported away reliably. The system is supplemented by an automatic marking system with inkjet technology for marking the sawn parts, eliminating manual labelling and reducing sources of error.

Cuts and offcuts are removed from the machine using a section gripper and disposed of on a material table directly behind the mitre bandsaw with a push-off device. The operator does not need to do anything. The sawn good parts are also removed by the gripper on the discharge side, moved over the discharge roller conveyor and placed on a material store arranged parallel to the roller conveyor with another push-off device. The discharge gripper easily clamps and moves cuts, offcuts and parts from 50 mm to 12 m in length.

Using this sawing solution, Chantier de l’Atlantique was able to reduce its cycle times by 50% compared with the old sawing system and drastically increase throughput – all with fewer personnel.

For further information
www.behringer.net

Kerf to unveil cutting technologies

In Hall 17 on Stand 309, Kerf Developments will be expecting its RUR2500P high-definition plasma cutting machine (pictured) to create a spark of attraction for show visitors. The machine, with its UltraSharp cutting technology, incorporates a rigid frame design that is ultrasonically stress-relieved and manufactured to highly accurate tolerances to provide high performance. The RUR2500P has a cut width of 2 m, while the modular design permits the tailoring of table dimensions to the requirements of the end user.

Alongside the RUR2500P, Kerf will be introducing innovations like the new Fineline 300 Plasma unit from Lincoln Electric that incorporates advanced piercing technology and a new water mist system. The Fineline 300HD allows full user control from a single interface, so customers can rapidly change plasma current and gas pressures for better cut quality and longer consumable life.

For further information
www.kerfdevelopments.com

PL Lehmann turning the tables

Making its MACH debut will be the 900 series of direct-drive rotary tables from PL Lehmann (Hall 17, Stand 28). The new range of versatile rotary tables is suitable for HSC milling, mill-turn machining, modern hobbing (power skiving) and even demanding grinding operations. With the 900 series, users are able to transform simple three-axis milling centres into multi-functional five-axis machines. The durable housing is fully sealed to IP67 and able to withstand rotational speed in excess of 2000 rpm. A range of accessories and clamping options is available for the standardised front and rear interfaces.

For further information
www.lehmann-rotary-tables.com