Industry 4.0 Tooling Technology Couples with Advanced Cutting Tools

In Booth W-431546, Haimer USA (Villa Park, IL) will display network-compatible i4.0 shrink fit machines, Microset presetting machines, an expanded Power Mill solid carbide end mill and Duo-Lock™ offering with new cutting tool geometries for aluminum and steel, new high-performance clamping options for milling and turning machines and tooling accessories. Their Power Clamp i4.0 series shrink fit machines are setting new standards regarding digital connectivity and communication of tools and machines for the new world of manufacturing. The i4.0 series is network compatible and Industry 4.0-ready for communication on the shop floor. Tool scanning capabilities allow these shrink fit machines to read and automatically set the shrinking parameters via Data Matrix codes now incorporated on all Haimer shrink chucks. This series offers a new, high quality design, making shrink fit more intuitive than ever. The patented NG coil makes the i4.0 series suitable for both solid carbide and HSS tools for diameters 3 mm to 32 mm.

Customized shrinking parameters can even be set if necessary for easier shrinking of non-standard tooling. Each model in the i4.0 series comes with a 7 in touch display and a new intuitive software package that provides simplified usability. Features like illustrated functions, clear symbols, larger fonts and a robust color display make for an extremely user-friendly interface. This is vital because it allows for outstanding results with less experienced operators.

Also being featured are Microset presetting machines that distinguish themselves through first-class hardware, ideal ergonomics and easy handling. Microset tool presetters includes entry level machines that are very cost-effective for low volume users all the way to fully automated the VIO Linear Toolshrink for presetting with incorporated shrink fit technology. The combination of shrinking and presetting with precise length adjustment on the μm scale makes the VIO Linear Toolshrink the top of its class. It’s the ideal choice for shops that use shrink fit holders, duplicate assemblies, or multi-spindle machines. The VIO Linear Toolshrink comes standard with a fully automatic induction unit, automatic detection of shrinking parameters, automatic length adjustment within ±10 μm, an extractor and contact cooling. The shrink technology permits tool changes of any shrink chuck, regardless of the holder brand. Best results come when used with Haimer shrink fit holders.

Making its North American debut is the Tool Dynamic Preset machine that creates a perfect combination of the Tool Dynamic balancing and Microset UNO Premium presetting machines. Integrating balancing and presetting technologies allows for the highest efficiency and time savings by combining two production stages into one seamless operation. The TD Preset Microset utilizes a high precision balancing spindle with a proven adapter system and boasts a small footprint that maximizes productivity in small and large workspaces alike. This machine is network compatible and i4.0-ready with post-processing and RFID integrated technology capabilities. It also comes equipped with a large 27 in touch-screen display for optimized ergonomics and usability.

Also being introduced are new cutting tool geometries for Power Mill and Duo-Lock, including designs for aluminum and mold steels. Haimer high performance cutting tool technology utilizes unequal flute and helix designs to provide chatter free high-end machining. These cutting tools are made from K20-K40 grade fine grain carbide developed to be complemented by Haimer premium tool holders. A few highlights include aluminum 2-flute and 3-flute end mills available as a solid carbide end mill or as a modular interface (Duo-Lock), 4-10 flute end mills designed for working in steels, and a variety of specialty cutting tools. Specialized cutting tools include a multifunction chamfer spotting tool, 4-flute and 5-flute roughing mills for steel, a quadrant end mill and ball nose end mills for steel and aluminum, all available as solid carbide end mills or Duo-Lock.

Also being introduced is a line of Basic Mill affordable high performance solid carbide end mills and Duo-Lock milling heads suited for roughing, finishing and drilling. Fine balanced with superior runout accuracy, vibration-dampening qualities and available with or without the patented Safe-Lock anti-pullout system, this cutting tool portfolio was built to handle a wide variety of materials and applications that give shops the highest productivity available on the market.

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Also on display will be an array of high performance clamping options for milling and turning machines. New shrink fit and Duo-Lock collets are compatible with ER collet chucks ranging from ER 16 to ER 32 with multiple collet length configurations. These new shrink fit collets can also be used with driven tool holders and are available with optional Cool Jet slots to ensure even more process reliability and optimal coolant delivery. New collets with Duo-Lock threads make it possible to preserve the advantages of the milling tools even when turning. The modular tool interface of Duo-Lock collets delivers maximum stability and resilience thanks to its unique double-cone thread design that provides very high precision and productivity. These collets are designed with a monoblock structure that offers more stability and the highest runout accuracy to ensure an easy set-up and quick tool changes in the machine tool.

Duo-Lock milling heads can be changed directly in the machine tool and have a controlled length dimension within ±10 μm that ensures precise repeatability from one tool change to the next. In addition to the collets, the Duo-Lock range also includes solid carbide, heavy metal or steel extensions, as well as solid carbide blanks for maximum flexibility in customer geometry design.

Haimer USA, 134 East Hill Street, Villa Park, IL 60181, 630-833-1500, Fax: 630-833-1507, www.haimer-usa.com.