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News Release from: Whitelegg Machines | Subject: CFM-1010SE-TWR wire forming and welding unit
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 08 January 2003
Largest wire forming and welding unit
launched
Wire forming and welding machine specialist's largest machine yet built produces an infinite variety of welded and unwelded components directly from a coil, such as welded wire frames.
Wire forming and welding machine specialist, Whitelegg Machines has announced the launch of CFM-1010SE-TWR, the largest machine of this type that the company has produced since the CFM marque's introduction eleven years ago This latest CFM unit is designed to produce an infinite variety of welded and unwelded components direct from the coil, such as welded rectangular frames up to 80 x 80in (2 x 2m) in 3/8in (10mm) mild steel wire
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 1 May 2003 at 8.00am (UK)
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One of the major features of the new equipment is an automatic frame unloader (AFU) that takes the welded frames and places them in predetermined batches on wagons or other transfer devices.
Also new to the CFM, is a servo-controlled secondary bend head* which, by fitting one of a variety of bending plates, can form tight bends as small as 3/16in (5mm) with 3/8in (10 mm) wire, or 3/32in (2mm) with 5/32in (4mm) wire, forming intricate shapes around pins or blocks, to suit customers' requirements.
Tooling changes are effected in a few minutes with no special tools required.
Programming complex shapes is achieved in just a few moments and, once stored, can be recalled in seconds.
There are a host of performance-enhancing mechanical features built into the CFM 1010 including superior quality drive motors that provide 20% more power than previously attainable and an improved cam design for quieter operation and longer life.
A new feed wheel shaft design eliminates backlash and the pneumatic system and unit framework has been updated.
Using the latest design of air cylinders, the number of moving parts has been substantially reduced with a simplified circuit; the framework design allows easier assembly and access.
To ensure accurate and operator-friendly function, the unit's electronic controls and computer have also undergone a significant makeover.
All electronics are housed in a sealed cabinet inside the machine to prevent contamination by dust and oil.
The computer is mounted on a swing arm to give improved visibility and operator access - and the latest software is even more reliable and easy to use.
A new high definition LCD touch screen eliminates the need for a separate keyboard and avoids any problems of visual interruption for the operator.
Modem connection via landline provides full tele-service capabilities allowing Whitelegg engineers remote access to customer machines for trouble shooting and upgrades.
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