TPT May 2014

Bending

Multiple station end finishing and inspection machine

A complex program monitors the results of each operation and accepts or rejects parts based on tight tolerance specifications. A walking beam style transfer system ensures a smooth and complete progression of parts through the machine. Precision ground linear support and servo motion control allow for minimal setup time and a statistically repeatable performance.

This multi-attribute machine has seven stations working simultaneously to complete a finished tube every five seconds. The sequence of operation is: double end-finishing (ID, OD chamfer and end face), chip removal, overall length measuring, diameter confirmation, wall thickness verification, straightness inspection, and full length laser stencilling.

A MAJOR automotive aluminium parts supplier required an integrated multi- function machine for pre-hydroform tube machining, inspection and identification. Haven’s ability to adapt to similar applications has been demonstrated through the creative design and manufacture of a custom machine that meets the customer’s stringent automotive industry specifications.

Laser sensor technology gives the machine a high level of accuracy and repeatability to ensure zero defects reach the final product. The Ethernet operating system allows for integration with existing plant data collection systems. The Haven system will download part recipes and part identification and upload measurement data and part identification to the customer’s data concentrator. Haven Manufacturing Corp – USA Fax: +1 912 264 9001 Website: www.havencut.com

End finishing and inspection machine

Servo positioning flag stop system

tooling to a variety of industries, with machines ranging from 3 / 16 " to 3" OD capacities. Machines and parts can be manufactured for special applications, and the company also provides steel fabricating and production machining services. Manchester Tool & Die, Inc – USA Fax: +1 260 982 4575 Email: testeffen@mtdbkb.com Website: www.manchestertoolanddie.com

THE new servo positioning flag stop system from Manchester Tool & Die is designed to aid setup personnel in quickly adjusting tube out through the machine’s HMI (human machine interface). The system will provide consistent adjustments, resulting in quicker set-up up times. The servo positioning system is available for newer M71 machines that are equipped with HMIs. Manchester Tool & Die supplies tube endforming equipment and

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