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What type of horizontal machining center technology does it take to achieve next-generation productivity and efficiency? In this presentation, we provide a technical break down of the new nx-Series horizontal machining centers, and discuss what it means to take manufacturing to the next level. Through a series of case studies and test parts, we evaluate the capabilities of the latest 40-taper spindle technology and how it can redefine expectations for capability, capacity, productivity and reliability. See how these new horizontal machining centers can expand capabilities in making lower-cost parts faster than ever.
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Manufacturing Expansion Program, The Next Generation of Horizontal Machining Centers
2. Manufacturing Expansion Program
Makinos nx-Series Horizontal Machining Centers
Topics to be discussed
- What are the nx machines
- Moving 40-Taper Machining to the Next Level
- Expanding Capacity
- Expanding Productivity
- Expanding Reliability
- Case Study
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4. nx Horizontal Machining Centers
a51nx
Pallet Size
Max. Weight
Max. Workzone
APC Time
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a61nx
400mm (15.7)
500mm (19.7)
400 kg (880 lbs.)
500/700 kg (1,100/1,540 lbs.)
630 x 900 (24.8 x 35.4)
800 x 1,000 (31.5 x 39.4)
5.3 seconds
8.5/10 seconds
5. The Original 1-Series Machine
Launched in 2002
New design
Productivity
Reliability
Value
Global production over 2,300
680 in North America
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6. Next Generation 40-Taper HMC
Redefine the boundaries of 40-taper machining by
to levels typically not associated
with 40 taper machines
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7. nx Machines: Expanding Capacity
Soft
Hard
Harder materials
Larger work pieces
Small
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Large
8. nx Machines: Expanding Capacity
How did Makino accomplish this?
Larger work zones
Rigid construction
Higher spindle power
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11. : Expanding Capacities
Expanding Machining Area
Accommodate MORE parts
- Reduced Piece Part Cycle Time
- Multiple Operation Fixtures
Accommodate LARGER parts
- Increased Flexibility
- Reduced Floor Space
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12. : Expanding Capacities
Financial impact of larger work zones
Produce same part on a smaller machine
- 400mm vs 500mm
- 500mm 40T vs 500mm 50T
- 13% Capital equipment reduction
Reduced floor space
Reduced fixture and tooling costs
Reduced energy consumption
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14. : Rigid Casting Structure
One Piece Bed Casting
Provides foundation for all critical
components
Precision machined
vs.
Compensated
Integral chip management
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15. : Rigid Casting Structure
Three Point Support
Simplifies installation
Easy to move / relocate
Maintains geometry
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16. : Rigid Casting Structure
Tiered Column Design
Resists deflection even high in Y-axis
High degree of stiffness
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17. : Rigid Casting Structure
Roller guide rigidity and performance
Improved load capacity
Increased stiffness
Improved life
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18. : High Torque, High Power
Spindles
Standard Spindle
a51nx and a61nx
Horsepower
29.5 cont / 40 duty HP
Torque
240 Nm (177 ft-lbs)
Speed
14,000
Acc/Dec
19% increase in torque and HP
compared to previous model
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1.7 / 1.9 sec
19. : Standard 240 Nm Spindle
Increased continuous HP expands MRR
capacity in non ferrous applications
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20. : High Torque, High Power
Spindles
High Torque Spindle
a51nx and a61nx
Horsepower
29.5 cont / 40 duty HP
Torque
302 Nm (233 ft-lbs)
Speed
14,000
Acc/Dec
Ideal for ferrous applications
Iron metal removal rates of 36.4 in3/min
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1.7 / 1.9 sec
22. : Expanding Productivity
How do the nx machines achieve this?
In-Cut
Time
Cycle
Time
Non-Cut
Time
Direct Drive Rotary Table
Improved Axis Acceleration
Cycle
Time
In-Cut
Time
Non-Cut
Time
Traditional
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a51nx / a61nx
23. : Direct Drive Motor Table
Standard DD motor - NC rotary table
Rotation speed鐚max.125min-1
High-speed positioning
a51nx = 1.05 seconds (90 degree)
a61nx = 0.98 seconds (90 degree)
Reduce cycle time
No backlash
Increase accuracy
Simple design structure
Increase reliability
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24. : Direct Drive Motor Table
IAC (Inertia Adaptive Control)
Acc/Dec control function based on work piece inertia
With IAC
Conventional
Default
Acc/Dec
Heavy workpiece (large inertia)
Light workpiece (small inertia)
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Same
Acc/Dec
for
Maximum
Workpiece
Heavy workpiece (large inertia)
High
Acc/Dec
Light workpiece (small inertia)
25. : 1G Axis Acceleration
Linear Axis Acc / Dec
a51nx: 1G X / Y / Z
a61nx: 1G X / Y 0.8G Z
Rapid: 60 M/min (2,360 ipm)
Capitalize on machine rigidity
and high performance servo
motors to:
Reduce distance to full rapid
Reduce time to full rapid
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26. Expanding Productivity: Case Study
Steering Gear Housing
- 55,000 pcs / year
- Customer defined operation parameters
- 250 days / year
- 20.5 hrs / day
- 85% utilization
- Machining process
- 2 Operations
- 2 Unique fixtures - 2 Parts / fixture
- 26 Unique Tools
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27. Expanding Productivity: Case Study
Steering Gear Housing
15% Lower Cycle Time
Reduced Machine Count
Lower Per Piece Cost
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28. : Expanding Reliability
Life Cycle Cost (LCC)
Acquisition
Cost
Operating
Cost
Maintenance
Cost
Decommission
Cost
Installation
Direct Labor
PM Schedule
Redeploy
Purchase Price
Consumables
Cost of Repair
Sell
Training
Lost Production
Unscheduled
Downtime
Spare Parts
Typically more than the acquisition cost
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29. : Expanding Reliability
Case Study
- Midwest manufacturer
- (16) 1-Series Machines
- Power-on hours: 231,000
- Tool changes: 14,656,152
No tool change component
replacement parts
No way cover replacements
No spindle replacements
Leverage existing systems
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30. Proven Reliability: Way Covers
Have you ever lost a way cover?
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Single piece X-axis (a51nx)
Single piece Z-axis covers
Fewer moving parts
Eliminates telescoping cover
maintenance issues
With nearly 700 a51s in the field
a51 Way cover sales (2005 2010)
(0) X-axis
(2) Y-axis
(0) Z-axis
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31. Proven Reliability: ATC & Magazine
Dual Support Tool Change Arm
Axis with bearing on each side
provides strength and rigidity
Documented case studies of 14
million tool changes without failure
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Ring Style ATC Magazine
Fast highly reliable solution for
production environments
Simple design with fewer parts
Compact design with small foot print
32. : Expanding Reliability
How do you improve on industry leading HMC reliability?
Look for opportunities to improve
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33. Expanding Reliability: ATC Shutter
ATC Shutter Mechanism
New servo driven design
Simplifies setup
Highly reliable
Capable of variable open distance
Reduce ATC magazine
contamination
ATC Shutter
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Ball
Screw
Servo
Motor
34. Expanding Reliability: Drum Filter
Coolant Filtration
Standard system utilizes rotating drum
filter to provide coolant to clean tank side
Nylon filter media susceptible to damage
Drum filter failures lead to
Coolant contamination
Coolant nozzle plugging
nx uses a stainless steel filter media
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