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The new, small-footprint ANCA FastGrind CNC Tool and Cutter Grinder for high-speed resharpening of tools to 9.4 inch diameter will be demonstrated at IMTS 2010. "In FastGrind, users will find the latest CNC grinding technology, from robust mechanicals to the advanced ANCA iGrind software, at a competitive price," said an ANCA spokesperson.
"The concept behind FastGrind is to provide the grinding quality and reliability of the ANCA range at an economical cost, offering users a favorable price/performance relationship," the spokesperson said. "The machine is priced at $129,000.
"A robust machine, the FastGrind offers high positioning accuracies in all five mechanical axes plus an additional four software axes. Linear axes are ball screw-driven and the two rotary axes are direct-driven.
"Drills, step drills, end mills, burrs, profile tools, routers as well as special tools can be sharpened with the FastGrind. |
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"The machine uses a double-ended HSK40 wheel spindle designed to provide flexibility and reduce setup time. Maximum wheel diameter is 8 inches. A part probing system is standard with the FastGrind and ANCA iView tool inspection software package optional.
"The optional iView includes software, which is designed to work seamlessly with the machine operating software, and a camera which mounts inside the ANCA grinder. iView has a standard magnification of 300:1, other magnifications can be provided and the accuracy of the system is 2 micron, more than enough for most tool inspection needs.
"iView software generates
the ideal shape for standard tool geometries and pro
"All machine axis saddles are made from a single-piece casting resulting in rigidity and reducing vibration during machining. The grinding spindle is also mounted on a single piece casting which ensures machine overall robustness.
"A fire suppression system, manual steady and manual hydraulic Schunk chuck are additional options for the FastGrind."
For more information contact:
Russell Riddiford, President
ANCA, Inc.
31129 Century Drive
Wixom, MI 48393
248-926-4466
Booth #1361
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