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Realizing a compact automated production system by consolidating four manually-operated machines into one machine equipped with a loader!

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Realizing a compact automated production system by consolidating four manually-operated machines into one machine equipped with a loader!

Challenges

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We would like to introduce an automated production line by renewing four  very old machines, but purchasing four automated machines would be over budget.

Points of the problem faced by the customer
  1. The four manually operated machines were severely getting older and were subject to renewal, but it was difficult to replace the four old machines with new ones at once in terms of budget.
     
  2. When renewing the old machines, the customer wanted to “increase worker’s productivity” by not simply replacing the old manually-operated machines, but by automating the production method.

Solutions

Process integration with one machine equipped with a flexible gantry loader and compact turnaround unit to perform two processes with the machine! That has realized a space-saving and efficient production!

1 . Examination of machining process

We examined the customer’s four separate machining processes to integrate them into two processes.

For that purpose, we proposed redesigning the shape of the spindle jaw so that both the 1st and 2nd processes can be performed with the same jaw.

2 . Reduced loading time for changing workpieces

We proposed installation of a compact turnaround unit, which has many proven track records at Muratec, outside the machine.

This was because the turnaround operation performed outside the machine could shorten the loading time for changing workpieces as much as possible, greatly increasing production efficiency.

50% floor space saving

Effects after introduction

By consolidating the previous machining processes into one machine and automating the operation with the loader, now the operators need to do is check quality and supply workpieces.

⇒ As a result, they have more time to do other tasks, and the worker’s productivity has been increased accordingly.

Product Information

CNC Shaft Turning Machine ML400

The product in the case study introduced here is the CNC Shaft Turning Machine ”ML400”

  • With a machine width of 1700 mm, the ML Series is the smallest size of its class.
     
  • With servo tailstock and roller support, retooling time is significantly reduced.

 

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シャフト加工用CNC旋盤 ML400

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