Romi has introduced a complete line of hybrid manufacturing machine tools that combine traditional machining operations with 3D metallic additive manufacturing (AM). Romi's New Generation D Series vertical machining centers (VMCs) are the basis for this family of hybrids and include the D 800, the D 1000 and the D 1250.
The three models have a robust and heavy casting, roller guides on all axes, BIG PLUS direct-drive spindle and a maximum machining volume of 31" x 24" x 25", 40" x 24" x 25" and 50" x 24" x 25", respectively. Also available as a hybrid is the Romi DCM 620-5X 5-axis VMC.
Romi has made switching back and forth from subtractive machining to AM as simple as making a tool change. The additive head is brought into position via an automatic toolchanger, and the laser deposition/additive process on the workpiece can begin. Material can then be added to the piece in the exact profile, amount and location desired. It is suitable for part repair, adding features or intricate work where subtractive manufacturing would take more time and produce more waste material.
Romi teamed with Hybrid Manufacturing Technologies, led by Dr. Jason Jones, to make the D Series Hybrids a reality. Hybrid Manufacturing Technologies makes over 10 AMBIT FLEX processing heads for the hybrid D series machines. This enables high operational flexibility for a variety of applications including machining with AM (metal, polymer or composites) and inspection (surface and subsurface).
According to Rafael Boldorini, General Manager at Romi USA, "While we did not invent AM, we have made it more accessible for smaller shops with our standard line of hybrid CNCs. Previously, customers had to spend well over $1,000,000.00 to take advantage of these capabilities. By building our D Series specifically for hybrid manufacturing, we can offer an entry level machine starting at a much more affordable price point. That has opened the door for a lot of shops to take advantage of this powerful technology."
The D series solutions are equipped with thermal compensation monitored with sensors to improve precision. Each model is equipped with a FANUC 0i-MF i-HMI CNC with 15" touchscreen, and a High Speed and High Quality package that allows better performance during machining.
For more information contact:
Romi Machine Tools, Ltd.
1845 Airport Exchange Blvd.
Erlanger, KY 41018
877-ROMIUSA
sales@romiusa.com
www.romiusa.com
SOUTHWEST
AR, OK
W.D. Distributing
807 S.E. 83rd St.
Oklahoma City, OK 73149
918-894-8001 / 405-634-3603
www.wddistributing.com
NM
Magnum Precision Machines
3614 E. Southern Avenue #1
Phoenix, AZ 85040
602-431-8300
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www.magnumprecisionmachines.com
LA
Troy Schexnayder
S & S Mechanical Services, Inc.
46044 Irah Rd.
St. Amant, LA 70774
225-675-8825
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GA, FL, AL, MS
Skip Thompson
Applied Machine Solutions
2200 Airport Industrial Drive
Suite 300
Ball Ground, GA 30107
678-880-0893
s.thompson@appliedmachine.com
www.appliedmachine.com
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Dave Waddell
Machine Tools of Virginia, Inc.
8147 Shady Grove Rd.
Mechanicsville, VA 23111
804-569-6147
machinetoolsofva@hotmail.com
www.machinetoolsofvirginia.com
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Precision Technologies
852 County Road 422
Englewood, TN 37329
423-887-5656
www.precision-tec.com
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Rice Machinery, Inc.
1104 Pontiac Avenue
Cranston, RI 02920
401-781-3010
www.ricemachery.com
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Glenn Weiss
Northeast Precision Machinery
410 Camars Dr.
Warminster, PA 18974
215-672-8112
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www.northeastprecision.com
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KY, IN, OH
Clayton Andrello
Direct Sales Manager
Romi Machine Tools, Ltd.
1845 Airport Exchange Blvd.
Erlanger, KY 41018
859-322-3965
candrello@romiusa.com
www.romiusa.com
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Machine Ethics Inc.
1889 Sun Dolphin Dr.
Muskegon, MI 49444
231-739-7800
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Greenway & Associates
PO Box 253
Orange City, IA 51041
712-737-8700
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Machine Tool Diagnostics
2059 Albright Rd.
Montgomery, IL 60538
630-229-6220
www.machinetdinc.com
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Alternative Machine Tools, LLC
300 Venture Drive
Dousman, WI 53118
262-965-3655
www.alternativemachinetool.com
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W.D. Distributing
807 S.E. 83rd St.
Oklahoma City, OK 73149
918-894-8001 / 405-634-3603
www.wddistributing.com
WEST
CA, N. NV
People Tech, Inc.
Northern CA Office
3006 Lawrence Expressway
Santa Clara, CA 95051
408-598-2200
support@peopletechmt.com
www.peopletechmt.com
People Tech, Inc.
Southern CA Office
15910 Ventura Blvd., Suite 1410
Encino, CA 91436
949-398-0400
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Clark Smith
Smith Machinery Co, Inc.
41 W. Guest Ave.
Salt Lake City, UT 84115
801-236-6403
csmith@smithmachinetools.com
www.smithmachinetools.com
AZ, CO, S. NV
Magnum Precision Machines
3614 E Southern Ave. #1
Phoenix, AZ 85040
602-431-8300
sales@magnumaz.com
www.magnumprecisionmachines.com