The new CUT S 400 Dedicated wire EDM from GF Machining Solutions is specifically for turbine manufacturing applications in the aerospace and power generation sectors. Developed in close collaboration with customers and partners, the CUT S 400 Dedicated builds on GF Machining Solutions’ legacy wire EDM technology for manufacturing fir-tree disks.

Unlike the company’s other wire EDM machines, where the emphasis is on precision, higher productivity is the main focus with the CUT S 400 Dedicated, largely through improved reliability, enhanced process security and ease of maintenance. These features combine to deliver what GFMS describes as an efficient and effective production machine.

The CUT S 400 Dedicated incorporates technologies such as tilting and rotating axes. Further features include the company’s Intelligent Speed Power Generator (ISPG), 3D-printed heads for more effective flushing and proprietary Spark Track technology. The latter optimises spark energy in real time to prevent wire breaks and maximise cutting speed. The machine’s design facilitates easy access for cleaning and maintenance operations, reducing downtime and costs.

GF Machining Solutions’ eTracking software ensures monitoring of the machine’s status, job progress and processing traceability in real time. This functionality is NADCAP-compliant and enables prompt responses to any deviations. Smart wire spools with RFID technology further improve traceability and efficiency in the production process.

The CUT S 400 Dedicated suits lights-out operations with a large wire spool (up to 45 kg capacity) and six high-efficiency filters. Notably, the machine supports easy integration with a range of automation systems to increase its operational capabilities. The CUT S 400 Dedicated offers a 28% reduction in daily energy consumption compared with the previous-generation machine.

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