ONA AV130 makes big ideas come true

ONA not only manufactures a wide range of standard-size EDM machines, it also specialises in the design and manufacture of large models such as the AV130, which has a 10 tonne load capacity as standard (expandable to 25 tonne).

According toONA, the AV130 brings great ideas to life, transforming large-scale projects into simple solutions. Of particular note, the ONA AV130 automatically threads of all types of wires and offers a cutting capacity of up to 800 mm in height. The X-axis travel is 2000 mm, with 1000 or 1300 mm in the Y axis. U/V axis travel is 500 x 500 mm, while the maximum taper angle is 30°.

The company says that the AV130’s high cutting speeds equate to a 30% time saving, complemented by minimum maintenance costs and greater autonomy with wire coils weighting up to 45 kg.

ONA’s versatile modular design of its large wire EDM machines allows more than 20 combinations, providing the ability to work with the largest parts on the market. The machineprovidesusers with speed, autonomy, strength and precision, alongsidegreater execution power.

The company says there are many benefits associated with its AV technology. For instance, the numerical control, designed on the concept of usability, has a 23” touch interface, intuitive and visually friendly menus, applications represented by icons, andreal-time information forgreater control of the EDM process. Furthermore, the new interface displays the workpiece in 3D and allows the operator to rotate and move it according to requirements with a simple tap.
For further information www.onaedm.com

Paperless shop floor

AMRC Cymru is set to become the first facility in the University of Sheffield AMRC cluster to run a completely paperless shop floor.Senior manufacturing research engineer Anmar Al-Qutayri devised theidea, which uses computer software and an interlinked touchscreen kiosk to house all the necessary documents for a shop floor to function safely.Al-Qutayri says the system is very easy to use: “One of the best things about it is you can store as many documents as needed, all in one place, and complete updates quickly without the need to use countless sheets of paper.”
For further information www.bit.ly/46orl4N

Excel Precision buys Homerosion EDM Supplies

Excel Precision Group, a major UK EDM specialist, has acquired Homerosion EDM Supplies Ltd,a UKsupplier of EDM consumables and spare parts that has provided an excellent service to the EDM industry for almost 20 years. As a result of the acquisition, Excel Precision Group has changed the name of Homerosion EDM to Excel EDM Supplies Ltd and set up a new website under that name. All other details remain the same, such as company registration number, VAT number and bank account details.

As Excel EDM Supplies, the company will continue to provide all customers with high-quality consumables and spares, on time.However, it will also be increasing both its product range and levels of inventory.As part of a structured growth strategy, Excel EDM Supplies is now able to offer pre-owned EDM machines and chiller units. The company also provides a range of tooling, work-holding equipment, training, design services, software solutions and service packages.

Ultimately, Excel EDM Supplies can support customers through every aspect of their EDM journey.Thousands of items are currently on the shelf ready for next-day delivery. Recent product additions include the company’s new brass and super brass wire. According to Excel EDM Supplies, super brass wire cuts up to 25% faster than standard brass wire.

As a further point of note, Amanda Caffery has joined the team as sales and administration manager for Excel EDM Supplies. Please note that Homerosion Ltd is not part of this acquisition. Martin Homer is still operating Homerosion Ltd and his contact details remain unchanged.
For further information www.exceledmsupplies.com

Engineering skills conference

Engineering and manufacturing leaders from across the West Midlands are set to descend on the inaugural Next Gen Makers Engineering Skills Conference at The Black Country & Marches Institute of Technology for an insightful day of discussion on 2 November.In partnership with MSC Industrial Supply, the free event will see leaders from across the region explore how to tackle the long-standing skills crisis currently posing a significant business challenge for engineering and manufacturing companies throughout the Midlands region.
For further information www.bit.ly/46oVKAg

NCMT appoints NE and Scotland sales manager

Andy Skee has joined machine tool supplier NCMT as sales manager for the northeast of England and Scotland. The company is sole agent in the British Isles for Makino machining centres and EDM machines, and for Okuma machining centres, CNC lathes and grinders. It is also the European agent for photo-activated adhesive work-holding systems manufactured by Blue Photon in the US. From previous roles, Skee has direct experience using Okuma twin-chuck vertical machines at a subcontractor specialising in subsea equipment manufacture, followed by several years in a similar role within the UK MoD.
For further information www.ncmt.co.uk