Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Repeatability",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Manufacturingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Global search reduces moulding prices ten-fold from
MFG.com, which we summarised at the time by saying "Originally looked at sourcing mouldings in the UK, a safety systems manufacturer used a Web service to find suppliers iand was able to reduce prices by a factor of ten".
The day before,
we featured the news release Grip titanium by only 3mm with a 5-axis vice from
Roemheld UK: "Instead of gripping a titanium workpiece by 20mm for machining, a Hilma 5-axis vice needs only 3mm to grip the workpiece".
In February 2008, we covered the news from Kingsbury Machine Tools
concerning its Index SpeedLine C-type bar automatics
- take a look at Mill-turn centres increase metal removal rate
which says: "German CNC lathe builder has redesigned its mill-turn centres that are over twice as rigid as earlier models, allowing an increased depth of cut to be taken to maximise metal removal rate".
Take a look also at the news release from Parker Hannifin, Hydraulics system sensors are very compact,
as well as Prototyping/production system is 'entry-level' from Stratasys,
and Automated tube bending cell runs at EUR7/day from Unison.
See also:
Open centre X-Y stages are sub-micron precise
(January 2008)
Open centre X-Y stages are for a wide range of applications needing not only nano repeatability and accuracy of position but extreme flatness and straightness of motion
Control technology raises tube bending versatility
(January 2008)
Ethernet-compatible control technology used in an automatic tube bending cell controls four axes of motion and all the I/O connections and allows the cell to be used for volume or batch work
Engineers help save on 5-axis machining costs
(January 2008)
Machine tool supplier's applications engineers helped a subcontractor reduce aerospace component cycle times and tooling costs by identifying improvements to the cutting cycles
GBP 8 million invested in 5-axis milling
(January 2008)
UK subcontactor has invested over GBP 8 million in advanced machining over the last three years including five-sides, 5-axis milling and multi-axis mill/turn centres
Motors offer more power, less inertia
(January 2008)
The addition of higher power/low inertia motors to belt-driven systems makes the building of a complete system - from actuator to gearhead to motor - easier than ever
Automatic lubricators on robots save EUR 45,000
(January 2008)
A coatings company has installed automatic lubrication systems on its electroplating robots and saved EUR 45,000 over three years by ensuring bearings and guideways were well lubricated
Five-axis machining ups instruments output
(January 2008)
To machine complex parts out of stainless steel and aluminium, an instruments manufacturer reports that a 5-axis machining centre has improved productivity, performance and profitability
Lasers reduce tube fabrication costs
(January 2008)
Sheet metal tube fabricators can reduce operational costs up to 70% by using tube laser cutting technology, which reduces labour, simplifies processing and improves quality
Vertical machining centres precisely cut Inconel
(January 2008)
Latest high speed vertical machining centre used by an aerospace subcontract machining firm is maintaining 5 micron accuracy in the complex machining of Inconel components
UK photo etching service expands
(January 2008)
Precision component manufacturer uses phopto etching to process the exotic, corrosion resistant materials used widely in the aerospace and chemical processing industries
CNC turning centre loads bar or components
(January 2008)
Pick-up horizontal turning centre is fitted with a bar feeder and/or component loading unloading system and gives ease of access for manual loading
Machining centre uses micro tools for HSM
(January 2008)
Machining centre uses micro tools for high speed machining and its large machining table full enclosure feature a solid steel base for safety and stability
Water jet cutting increases revenue by 79%
(January 2008)
Within two years of buying its waterjet systems, an Alabama, USA, company saw its annual revenue increase by more than 79% and it grew from 10 employees to 25
Five-axis machining centre has 150 deg tilt table
(January 2008)
A 5-axis, 5-sided large capacity machining centre has spindle speeds up to 20,000 rev/min and can machine parts up to 400mm diameter and 300mm high with a tilt capability up to 150 deg
Servo drives are intelligent, compact, dynamic
(January 2008)
For the general machinery market, a range of servo drives is offering unprecedented connectivity, feedback options, intelligence and functionality
Self-contained collet chuck takes larger parts
(January 2008)
A self-contained collet chuck works with standard B60 collets, offering more options for collet chuck users to machine larger sizes of parts
Compact clamping sleeves are programmable
(January 2008)
Programmable lamping sleeve offers a made-to-order fit for every application and lasting reliability and repeatability so it can simply be installed and then forgotten
Rotary indexer takes heavier loads
(January 2008)
Robust rotary indexer takes heavier radial and axial loads and offers greater accuracy and more spindle clearance and tooling access
High speed CNC laser cutting system installed
(December 2007)
Tier One automotive supplier has invested in a 'latest generation' high-speed laser cutting and work handling equipment to ensure low cost, consistent quality and dependable product delivery
Slip-on geared motor saves space
(December 2007)
Designed for repeatable positioning and reversing tasks, a slip-on geared motor provides 22 output speed options and offers a wide range of power and duty cycles
Service keeps product colours constant
(December 2007)
A range of services are intended to ensure the ongoing maintenance and performance of colour measurement instruments to ensure colour continuity
Describing anatomy of an industrial robot
(December 2007)
Robotic system integrators describe the anatomy of an industrial robot to provide greater understanding of the technology is capable of and where it might be integrated into production lines
Advanced and well-proven linear drive systems
(December 2007)
DMG of Luton is introducing new levels of simultaneous five-axis contouring precision in a futuristic design for machining materials as diverse as hardened steel, aluminium, copper and graphite
Thermal imaging camera aids maintenance
(December 2007)
A low cost lightweight portable image camera is used for preventative, predicative maintenance, machine diagnostic and detecting abnormalities in a variety of manufacturing applications
Flexible machines grind turbine components
(December 2007)
Turbine components manufacturing operation has added four flexible, travelling column type grinding systems after an in-depth period of trials and tests
Touch trigger probe has low contact force
(December 2007)
Latest touch trigger workpiece probe has a a low probing force along with an infra red system to transmit the trigger signal to the machine control
Pulsed YAG laser welds reflective metals
(December 2007)
A range of pulsed YAG rod lasers, with power ratings from 40W to 500W, can weld delicate components and highly reflective metals, such as aluminium and copper, up to 2.0mm thick
Rotary motion simulators test instruments
(December 2007)
Rotary stage and control system for simulating rotary motion provides highly accurate angular rates, acceleration and position profiles for inertial component test systems and instruments
Wireless probing controls chassis production
(December 2007)
A wireless machine probing system has shortened earthmover chassis 'make-ready' time dramatically and introduced guaranteed precision and quality control - avoiding costly errors
Vision software raises seat-making efficiency
(December 2007)
Automotive seating manufacturer is improving manufacturing efficiency by using vision systems software in checking various processes during the building of car seats
CNC machine improves prototypes costing
(December 2007)
A prototyping company, not satisfied with more traditional processes, now machines solid models using a PC-driven CNC router to work wood, plastics, MDF, and non-ferrous metals
Specialised drills save machining costs
(November 2007)
Six drilling developments shown by Kennametal at EMO 2007, included hole making in SS and carbon-fibre reinforced polymers, deep-hole drilling and a modular drilling system, reports Mike Page
60m robot system welds aluminium rolling stock
(November 2007)
Robotic welding systems on a 60m long overhead track are reducing fabrication costs and shortening construction times in building railway rolling stock, writes Walter Lutz
Three turning centres give a racing advantage
(November 2007)
Three CNC turning centres installed at a motor sport Formula One's workshop have produced a ten fold improvement over their previous manufacturing capability