Kasto, the German manufacturer of computer controlled, multi-level systems for automatically storing and retrieving material in stockholding operations and factories, has introduced a new service whereby it will produce parts of its Unicompact system at customer premises.
The only prerequisites are sufficient space, a crane and a 400 V, three-phase electricity supply. On-site production is available in the UK and Ireland through Kasto’s subsidiary in Milton Keynes. The option is economically viable for medium- to large-capacity storage systems.
For further information www.kasto.com
Bystronic UK welcomed a record number of visitors (158) to its open house in Coventry last month. The theme of the event was ‘The Smart Factory, a Vision for your Future’.
Visitors learnt how greater efficiency of production in sheet-metal laser cutting and bending can be delivered through the adoption of integrated automation and new software solutions. In this way, manufacturers can achieve a high degree of flexibility and transparency for making more cost-effective products in less time.
Andrew Richert, Bystronic UK’s sales manager, says: “Due to the open house, we received two orders immediately afterwards, one for a press brake and the other for a fibre laser cutting machine with automation. We also progressed many other projects for stand-alone lasers and press brakes, as well as an automation solution. In addition, we received nine brand new enquiries.”
For further information www.bystronic.co.uk
Tooling specialist Walter GB says companies of every size can cash in on the benefits of high-dynamic milling, namely higher process reliability and faster, more cost-effective cutting by using higher speeds and feeds, as well as reduced ‘free travel’ of the milling cutter and longer tool life. P_MR_Flyer_Dynamisches_Fraesen_P02_P_01.tif
Indeed, compared with high-performance cutting (HPC), the advantages of high-dynamic cutting (HDC) can be realised when milling components of every size and in all materials, says the company.
The main differences between conventional HPC and HDC are in the movement of the cutter and the forces generated. During HPC milling, the tool takes relatively small depths of cut, while during HDC milling, the machine and its CADCAM functionality adapt the paths so that the tool delineates during machining to the shape of the workpiece and takes greater depths of cut.
Tool engagement angle is usually very large during HPC milling, so the process forces are accordingly high, which not only creates significant tool wear but places undue stress on the machine spindle. The tool engagement angle for HDC is normally small, so the forces which impact the tool and machine are much lower.
Higher cutting parameters, less free travel and increased process stability result in a much higher metal removal rate for HDC milling.The cornerstones of HDC are the tool, machine, CADCAM system and the workpiece – and the strategy is successful only when all four are in synchronisation.
For further information www.walter-tools.com
Yamazaki Mazak will celebrate a decade of success for its European Technology Centre (ETC) in 2019.
The state-of-the-art facility, which is located at Mazak’s European manufacturing plant in Worcester, first opened its doors in 2009, and has since hosted in excess of 33,000 visitors. The 2900 sq m ETC is home to a regularly changing line-up of CNC machine tools and laser processing machines from Mazak’s portfolio, and is often the first place in the UK where customers can view new models once they have been launched. A 97-seat auditorium and demonstration area is also housed within the ETC.
For further information www.mazakeu.co.uk
The dates for the Matsuura Machinery open house in Coalville have been named as 14-15 and 22-23 May, when the company will also open its new showroom and dedicated Additive Manufacturing Facility (AMF).
Katsutoshi Matsuura, president of Matsuura Machinery Corp, will officially open the showroom and AMF on 14 May. Visitors to the open house will see a range of Matsuura’s CNC machine tools on show, including five-axis models. The AMF will be hosting live demonstrations on the HP 540 and HP 4200 Multi-Jet Fusion 3D printers.
For further information www.matsuura.co.uk/openhouse
