(l-r) FSG-1224ADIII grinder, SMART-B818III grinder and new EM2040L VMC
Chevalier Machinery will be operating three high-performance machines May 12-14 in booth #1058 at the Eastern States Exposition Center in West Springfield, MA. Chevalier's experts will demonstrate the trio, answer dealer and end-user questions and take purchase orders for these and any other of its machines throughout the show.
New EM2040L
The new EM series is a high-speed VMC designed to increase production capabilities. "The series is engineered with efficiency to satisfy the need for large quantity machining with limited floor space," said a company spokesperson. There are three models from which to choose: EM1620L, EM2033L and EM2040L.
The major parts of the machine are constructed of Meehanite cast iron, which is designed for stability. The machine's base is supported by full travel, enabling it to be suitable for high-speed machining. All three axes are built with high-speed linear ways which offer smooth movement without delay.
"The series provides fast interpolation, minimizing machining time with high, rapid speed, up to 1,889.7 IPM," said the spokesperson. "All three axes are driven by preloaded P3 ballscrews and fast linear ways. The powerful 20 HP spindle motor handles up to 10,000 RPM, combining an attractive finish surface in high speed with enough torque in lower RPM. Tool capacity is 24 tools with a random-tool, double-arm tool change."
SMART-B818III
According to the company, the SMART-B818III is capable of producing "mirror" surface finishes on accurately ground workpieces that produce microfinishes of 5 RMS. The positioning accuracy is (+/-) 0.0025 um, and the grinding accuracy is 1 um. The SMART's movements are programmable in increments of 0.001 mm and include a table size of 8" x 8". The maximum distance from table to spindle centerline is 18", and wheel spindle is rated at 1,000-7,000 RPM and 3 HP. The SMART's standard grinding wheel size is 8" x 1/2" x 1-1/4". The machine weighs approximately 2,665 lbs., with dimensions of 80.9" x 82.36" x 82.7". The SMART's PC-based control, combined with a user-friendly conversational TaskLink function, is designed for easy operation.
FSG-1224ADIII
"The new FSG-1224ADIII series is a highly advanced, automatic-precision, surface-grinding machine that offers improved accuracy, quality and ease of operation," said the spokesperson. The series includes a new touchscreen control station that is adjustable to a comfortable position for the operator. Switches, buttons, LEDs and indicating lamps are all combined in a touch display that is ergonomically positioned to provide user-friendly operation.
The FSG-1224ADIII series includes a new PLC controller that provides a grind cycle with rough grinding, fine grinding, spark-out passes and an automatic over-wheel dresser with compensation, which can be added to fully automate the grind process. After the cycle is finished, the table will "park" either left or right of the saddle and at the front to facilitate unloading and loading. The spindle can be set to "stop running" or "continue running." The wheel head can also be set to return to the start position or to park at a reference point. Once the cycle is started, the wheel head will move rapidly to the start point and repeat the grind cycle. If material is required to be removed from both sides, "flip over" can be selected, so that the wheel head position is at the finish grind height, which will start grinding immediately without touching off.
For more information contact:
Herbert Hou
Johnson Lan
Chevalier Machinery Inc.
9925 Tabor Place
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
562-903-1929
info@chevalierusa.com
www.chevalierusa.com
EASTEC Booth 1058