Think This Isn’t Automation? THINC Again! (Video)
11.26.2014
Some people would say what I’m showing in this video is not really CNC automation. But take a look and let me show you why I think this definitely IS automation. Here I’m showing an Okuma MB-56V vertical machining center with a Koma Precision 4th & 5th axis rotary table and a Schunk quick change vise, combining technologies from Okuma and Partners in THINC.
Integration of Technologies = CNC Automation
It’s the integration of different technologies in order to complete a six-sided part in one machining cycle that makes this automation. Check out the video and see:
- Machining Six Sides in One Work Envelope: How the Schunk quick change vise and the Koma rotary table work together to machine a part on all six sides in one work envelope
- No Scrap: The additional technologies that are incorporated for probing and tool breakage/tool wear detection, to ensure you’re always making a quality part and minimizing scrap
- Reduced Chatter: How an Intelligent Technology from Okuma called Machining Navi chooses the optimal speed(s) at which your machine can avoid chatter, thereby saving operator time and maximizing productivity
- Enhanced Productivity: How this kind of CNC automation allows the operator to work on other machines at the same time, enhancing the shop’s productivity
What Makes This CNC Automation Possible
CNC automation, such as the example shown in this video , can achieve maximum effectiveness when various “best in breed” technologies are combined. This is the reason Partners in THINC exists – to provide a ready stable of CNC machining technologies that are proven to work together seamlessly. So, if you think this isn’t automation, THINC again!
CNC automation systems are supplied as a complete package by Okuma, and are fully supported by your Okuma distributor both on the application and the service side. Feel free to comment below or contact us with questions – we’re here to help.
Jeff Estes is Director of Partners in THINC, Okuma America Corporation.
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