UNISIG, a manufacturer of deep hole drilling systems and technologies, engineered its new B700 Drop Bed machine to effectively generate the critical, high-precision features on large and irregularly shaped aerospace components such as landing gear struts. "Conversely, the extreme flexibility of the new machine allows it to also process medium sized, more uniform shaped workpieces with minimal changeover time from one to another," said a company spokesperson.
"The B700 offers an expansive working range with its servo programmable workpiece headstock capability, yet it sports a streamlined overall footprint that makes for space-saving installations and enhanced ergonomics," said a company spokesperson.
A 63" (1,600 mm) swing over bed size along with the programmable moving headstock allow the B700 to process parts as long as 157" (4,000 mm) or as short as 20" (500 mm). In addition to high-precision deep hole drilling, the machine's operational capabilities include other complex deep hole machining operations necessary in the production of other aerospace parts such as axles, beams, control rods and components for actuators. These include capabilities such as internal contouring via an optional servo bottle boring axis.
The B700 packs a preloaded drive system together with high horsepower and precisely controlled in-process feedback system for real-time monitoring. With a 126-HP tool spindle and 90-HP work spindle, the machine productively solid bores up to 8" (200 mm) diameters and counterbores to 12" (300 mm) diameters. "Another productivity-enhancing feature is a 250-GPM coolant flow for excellent heat reduction, efficient chip evacuation and superior surface finish quality," said the spokesperson.
The B700 machine expands UNISIG's extensive B-series line designed for on-center drilling of cylindrical workpieces in applications such as aerospace, defense and oil & gas. In addition to standard BTA drilling methods, these machines are also capable of counterboring, trepanning and skiving and roller burnishing processes, achieving the strict tolerances required by manufacturers.
UNISIG engineers and manufactures all of its equipment in the United States with high-performance components. The company provides machines with all necessary durable tooling and machine accessories. Upon installation, UNISIG provides comprehensive training on machine operation and application support to help customers achieve production goals.
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UNISIG
N58W14630 Shawn Circle
Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
262-252-3802
sales@unisig.com
www.unisig.com