Automatic pallet changer; VMC with more offerings; Turning products for small parts

Automatic pallet changer

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A compact, high-mix autoloader for CNC machines – KMA-60 SmartLoader – simplifies machine loading and helps maximize production and profitability. The KMA-60 SmartLoader offers a user-friendly interface, space-saving footprint, and high-mix capability. With up to 60 pre-loaded work pallets, manufacturers can slash setup times and eliminate downtime between parts, enabling unattended shifts and increased production.

Its intuitive interface allows users to define loading positions, programs, and part mixes with just a few taps. A comprehensive dashboard provides real-time status of all parts, ensuring optimal control throughout the production process.

Key components:

• Precision 4-axis robot arm with a lifting capacity of 44 lb (20kg)
• Schunk gripper for secure and versatile part handling
• Compact three-disc part feed system for efficient material handling
• Heavy-duty, durable touchscreen control panel for intuitive operation
• Streamlined quick-programming interface for ease of use
• Compatible with workholding systems such as 52mm and 96mm 5th Axis RockLock, HWR SOLIDPoint, and Lang Quick-Point

KOMA PRECISION
https://komaprecision.com/kma-60-smartloader/

Vertical machining center with more offerings

The latest addition to the ROBODRILL vertical machining center (VMC) lineup, the α-D28LiB5ADV Plus Y500, features a larger table, shorter drilling and tapping cycles, and more tools coupled with faster tool changes.

Designed for peak performance covering a wide range of tasks from its extended Y-axis stroke (500mm) and increased table size, the ROBODRILL speeds up drilling and tapping operations via a rapid Z-axis acceleration (2.2G) and traverse rate (60m/min). With an expanded tool capacity of 28 tools and lightning-fast changes, the ROBODRILL α-D28LiB5ADV Plus Y500 will boost productivity for any machining application.

The enhanced performance of the ROBODRILL α-D28LiB5ADV Plus Y500 is designed to help machine shops drive down cycle times with faster speeds and improved productivity along with easy integration with FANUC robots for automating machine tending.

FANUC AMERICA
https://www.fanucamerica.com/products/robodrill

Turning products for small parts machining

The addition of a range of inserts and cutting tools broadens Kennametal’s machining capabilities in the small parts and medical machining space. The new products – TopSwiss Turning Inserts and Micro Boring Solid (MBS) tooling – are designed to improve output, enhance component quality, reduce errors, and help customers achieve accurate and clean results.

TopSwiss Turning Inserts are designed for Swiss-type small parts machining and engineered for low feed, high depth-of-cut applications.

The portfolio features:

• Four new carbide grades, one new cermet grade, seven new geometries
• Straight and curved cutting edges for stable cuts, smooth chip flow in low-feed, high depth of cut applications
• Polished finishing geometries for increased welding resistance, improved surface finishing
• Medium and finishing wiper geometries for increased feed rates, superior surface quality
• Several geometries with high chip breaker walls, large pockets for better chip evacuation

Micro Boring Solid (MBS) tooling allows for the machining of even smaller applications with greater versatility and flexibility, delivering sharp cutting edges, low cutting forces, and superior chip evacuation for longer tool life and pristine surface finishes. The latest in the TopSwiss lineup includes high performance internal turning in bores as small as 0.3mm (0.012") diameter, precision ground insert shanks for high accuracy and stability, and more than 1,100 standard items providing the right holder and insert for each application.

KENNAMETAL
https://www.kennametal.com