The new FTC of GF Agie Charmilles allows the change of electrodes between sparks
December 30, 2010
In contrast to conventional linear and rotary tool changers, the FTC allows the change of electrodes between Sparks, including the time required for the device to move the right tool to change position, her release and take the next tool. In less than 15 seconds, the change is complete, and during the course of any manufacturing process saves time, which is equivalent to saving money.
The extremely fast but uniform movement of the FTC makes it ideal for the tooling and machining of small cavities for applications such as mobile phones, smart phones, tooling for connectors and conductors framework essential for the production of diodes (LED) light emission and other segments with small pieces dedicated to complex mechanisms. Many of these applications involve the pieces with a size of 1 to 100 mm in diameter, and which relates to mass production, each second account.
The manufacture of moulds is another area where FTC offers different advantages. In the manufacture of moulds, is required a large number of electrodes, often with times of erosion of sparks that vary from a cavity to another. The time it takes to change an electrode is crucial, especially when erosion of ignition time is very short. Therefore, the rapid change of electrodes is more operating time.
In addition, the FTC has an area of work that allows the operator to prepare electrodes before placing them in the tank. The vertical position of the tank makes it easy to access, allowing a quick and smooth electrode placement. In addition, rigorous checking of GF AgieCharmilles has demonstrated that the FTC offers a process of change of tools without problems from loading to complete the fast switching of tools.
Inspired by the success of the milling
Developed in the period of one year and inspired in the rapid tools changers of GF AgieCharmilles for milling, the FTC is a direct response to the needs of the customers of higher productivity and flexibility in their processes.
The FTC offers 20 positions 7 kilos per position or a maximum of 120 kilos for the deposit. The small space occupied by the changer of tools makes it easy to integrate further.
In addition to this amazing speed, ease of access to the depot, small occupied space and attractive price, the FTC has the support of the network of suppliers and components of quality of GF AgieCharmilles, and offer services to customers of the Groupincluding preventive maintenance.
