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News Release from: Floyd Automatic Tooling | Subject: Quick-change tooling for automatic lathes
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 30 March 2007
Quick-change tooling made for automatics
Quick change, pre-settable tooling is designed for bar-fed automatic lathes; it delivers a reduction in machine downtime and optimises the capabilities of the machine tool.
Applitec has united with other specialist tooling manufacturers Bimu, Dieterle and Utilis, to provide an extensive range of MODU-Line insert holders - the new standard in quick change, pre-settable tooling now available from Floyd Automatic Tooling At the end of 2004, Applitec launched 'MODU-Line', a new modular tool system designed for automatic bar turning machines
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 3 Apr 2000 at 8.00am (UK)
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The enhanced MODU-Line system delivers a reduction in machine downtime and optimises the capabilities of the machine tool.
The simple, but clever groove concept delivers rapid and efficient tool changeovers with ability to preset and adjust tool lengths.
This exceptional new system can also provide the end user with a higher number of tools on certain machines.
These tools have precision grooves along the length to give a positive location and enhanced rigidity without the need of the traditional screw or wedge clamp, thus allowing more room for additional holders.
The end result is improved surface finish, tool life and product quality.
The MODU-Line insert holder is held in place by two screws going through the body of the tool.
The holders are available in either a fixed length or adjustable versions.
Location is assured by small sprung loaded ball.
The two fixing screws are part of the insert holder to guarantee they do not get lost - a common problem in the machine shop.
This makes handling the tool considerably easier.
High pressure coolant delivery is a feature of this system via stainless steel adjustable nozzles for improved swarf control and reduced insert wear.
The MODU-Line range is available for a wide variety of sliding head automatic lathes.
As a concept, but also for the synergy created through the collaboration of the leading specialists in this type of tooling, the MODU -Line system is guaranteed to become a major success for manufacturers pursuing improved productivity.
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