do things like real-time spline algorithms that result in shorter cycle times, better part quality, and a more consistent/easier to maintain manufacturing process. “This mindset change is a much more difficult effort,” he said, “but the long-term rewards for production facilities is significant.” Specialized part routines that are
geared for aerospace help CNC op- erators cut parts more efficiently, with greater precision especially on the con- toured components often encountered in aerospace machining operations.
Multus lathes. “Right now we see quite a bit of traction there with volumetric errors, and our five-axis auto tuning enables users to easily make adjustments, using an algorithm to set parameters for a machine control.”
Fully integrated precision
New machine control routines like Advanced Dynamic Prediction on the Heidenhain Corp. TNC 640 CNC help users cut aerospace parts with high accuracy.
New trends for aerospace machin- ists include more automated pro- cesses, like automation of setups on five-axis milling and turning machines such as Okuma’s five-axis auto tuning function for its OSP controls, noted Brad Klippstein, CNC product special- ist, Okuma America Corp. (Charlotte, NC). Most of Okuma’s aerospace customers are machining parts on Okuma five-axis MU series machines, he said, particularly on the company’s
Higher volumes, shorter production periods and an ever-growing pressure to keep costs low. In today’s aerospace industry, suppliers are encountering ever-increasing demands. Fortunately, with Walter Valenite, Walter Titex and Walter Prototyp, a solution’s at hand. As professional high-tech tools and operating solutions developed by competence leaders, they yield valuable results throughout the complete machining process. From an increase in productivity of up to 100%, highest machining reliability and extremely long service lives to an innovative chipping process, minimal component costs and a broad range of applications – tailored to the specific needs of your business, of course. This is how we define efficiency – fully integrated into our client’s processes.
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