Fagor Automation USA Corporation, based out of Elk Grove Village, Illinois, will be displaying the latest complete CNC Solution at the upcoming IMTS 2014.
As stated by Todd Drane, Marketing Mgr, Fagor Automation approach to Technology is the incorporation of all elements of Automation into a single element working together to insure the customer not only has, but can utilize the most advanced CNC technology available today.
Because of foresight to expand our manufacturing over the past few decades, we now Design and manufacture not just the CNC controls, but also the Digital Servo’s and Motors including Spindle Systems as well as and just as importantly, the Linear & Rotary Encoder products. By controlling all aspects of Automation on a Machine Tool…. We are able to Design and Engineer every detail to work together in harmony to provide the best possible performance, not just from the advanced Algorithms of the CNC, but also the Digital Servo System, PLC and Feedback System.
Fagor R&D department went to great efforts to insure the communication between all elements of the machine tool work together in unison. Our CNC speaks to our Digital Drives, which speak to our Servo & Spindle Motors, PLC and Encoders in the same language. Hence each element is able to fully utilize each others capability. This creates a new level of unequaled performance at the Machine Tool. This is actually seen in the speed, efficiency and quality of the part finish.
The Introduction of the all new 8060 CNC System, designed specifically with the intent of bringing Aerospace quality technology to the small and mid-size machines, the Fagor 8060 CNC is equipped with proprietary Advanced features necessary for high speed machining, yet maintaining the best machining surface finish while providing maximum accuracy.
Each 8060 is offered with a 10.4” high resolution LCD TFT Color or touch screen, Ethernet, USB and Tele-Diagnosis capability. The 8060 can control up to 6 axes + 3 separate Spindles with 2 different execution channels and includes Auto-Tuning system set-up capability. 8060 performance ability includes block processing speeds of < 1 ms while analyzing the tool path with advanced high speed block look ahead utilizing nano- metric resolution. This combined with the Fagor Adaptive Real-time Feed & Speed control (ARFS) the CNC analyzes the machining conditions such as Spindle load, servo power, tool tip temperature and adapts both the axis feedrate and the spindle speed for maximum machining performance productivity. The result is a reduction of cycle time
coupled with a superior part finish. Extended Spindle & Servo motor life is also accomplished as well as improved tool utilization.
Also equipped with the HSSA (High Speed Surface Accuracy) machining system the user receives a double benefit of reduced mechanical stress on the machine, thus increased machine tool lifespan. The On-board Bode diagram tool allows the measurement of the machines frequency response, thus allowing the possibility to actually filter the machine vibrations incurred by the various operating conditions and environment. CAD/CAM generated programs used to design parts commonplace in the Aerospace market are large and require a specific CNC System treatment in order to obtain the maximum speed with the desired precision. The solution implemented by the 8060 CNC system to process CAD/CAM generated programs consist of the combination of splines and polynomial transitions as well as the interpretation of the NURB format utilized by CAD/CAM programs. This process helps achieve high feedrate machining while maintaining the accuracy required by all geometries to be machined, thus decreasing cycle execution time substantially.
Ethernet communication allows the 8060 to be quickly and easily set-up as another node within the computer network, thus data exchange is fast and easy. The 8060 also contains the capability of executing a program residing on another PC, through the Ethernet port, thus increasing your shop floor flexibility.
All of this technology is combined with Fagor Automations exclusive IIP Programming (Interactive Icon-based Pages) Conversational Programming made popular by the 8055 CNC series. The ICON key based conversational programming method simplifies programming by allowing the operator to choose the operation based upon an operation associated ICON key. The operator simply enters in the data directly off the blueprint, hence, no prior CNC programming experience is required. As with prior Fagor CNC systems, the ICON key brings the customer a single graphic assist screen that contains all variables necessary for the operation including finishing pass variables, thus eliminating the need to shuffle through various screen pages to input your machining variable data. Fast & easy operation is also accomplished utilizing an easy pop-up browsing operation philosophy ensuring your navigation through the CNC capability is simple and straightforward. Custom browsing is also allowed in which you have the ability to filter the information the operators wish to utilize and hide other non-essential information.
Another advanced feature is the Remote machining control utilizing the Fagor “Process Informer” application, that allows automatic notification to your phone or email of program stoppage or error during lights-out operations.
Additional Fagor products on-display at IMTS 2014 include Fagor’s best selling CNC in our long history, the popular and intuitive 8055 series CNC, which utilizes a very simple to program Icon Key based conversational programming system and also a built-in ISO G-code programming system within the same control. This full featured CNC control for Milling, Turning, Grinding or General Purpose applications ranges from 2-7 axes. Provided as standard with a broad variety of high performance features including a color LCD monitor with Advanced block processing speeds and an on-board Profile Editor for easy geometry creation and insertion into the G-code program right at the CNC keyboard. All 8055 controls are equipped with 500+ MB flash memory and a USB port for quick and easy program uploading plus optional Ethernet Capability. The 8055 Series CNC is available in both compact or modular configurations and provided as the economical FL (First Line) series for applications up to 4 axes or the Power series for high speed applications ranging up to 7 axes.
Fagor Automation will also be displaying the all new Exposed Linear Encoders models EXA, EXG and EXT- based on glass , adhesive steel tape and profile steel tape configuration. Available with TTL and 1 Vpp signals and sub-micron resolution these expose scales can run at a speed of up to 18,000 inches per minute. Designed specifically for applications requiring greater accuracy at extremely high speeds and limited mounting space they are suitable for inspection & metrology machines, printed circuit boards, high speed linear motors, semi-conductor and even the high speed precision machine tool market. The exposed linear encoders are available with selectable reference marks and in lengths ranging from 70mm up to 30,040 mm.
Additional Feedback products include the GA & SA Absolute Linear Encoder lines for all applications requiring high accuracy Absolute positioning capability. The GA series line utilizes a full sized sturdy extrusion and is offered in lengths from 5.5” up to 120”. The SA/SVA series incorporates the mini-style extrusion size for applications with limited space and is offered in lengths from 2.7” to 80” in length. For maximum accuracy, utilizing a patented Thermal Determined Mounting System (TDMS) exclusively offered with the G & S series scales, contraction and expansion can be controlled. In addition, the LA series absolute steel tape encoders allow for travels up to 100 feet which allows this series to also offer the longest Absolute Linear Encoder offered in the world. Fagor offers Absolute protocols for most major CNC control applications.
Fagor will also be introducing the new nano-metric resolution precision linear encoders at IMTS 2012. The all new GZ and SZ series precision high performance linear encoders will offer maximum performance resolutions. Nano-metric resolution ensures highest quality part finish by providing maximum positional accuracy. Accuracy will be guaranteed up to 3 microns per meter. The SZ series will be offered in travel lengths of up to 2040 mm and the GZ series in lengths up to 3040 mm. Every Fagor Linear Encoder is provided with a laser interferometer generated accuracy chart allowing Fagor to guarantee accuracy.
In addition, also on display will be the Fagor line of High Resolution Angular Rotary Encoders. Designed primarily for machine tool applications requiring high resolution and accuracy. Current applications include rotary tables, swivel heads, C-axes of lathe, Metrology and for electrode positioning in EDM machines. Signal quality is achieved utilizing patented opto-electronic components and advanced techniques utilized during the manufacturing process which remove the un-wanted signal harmonics and allows resolutions & accuracy of up to 1 arc second. Absolute Encoder protocols utilize 23 bit or 27 bit signal outputs for maximum accuracy and resolution. These encoders consist of a range of 12 models and are available with a stub shaft or hollow shaft and can be ordered with either 1Vpp or differential TTL signals.
Also to be displayed is the Fagor 40i True Vision Digital Readout. The True Vision has been designed as a high performance Digital Readout Solution, which includes standard features such as a high resolution LCD TFT Color screen that provides unbeatable clarity as viewed from any angle. Programmable conversational graphic screens provide optimum ease of operation and advanced features such as Pocket, Bolt-hole, Linear Hole & Turning Cycles remain standard. In addition, every True Vision DRO includes Solid Graphics, built-in calculator, audio feedback & travel limit alarms for maximum safety. Part Centering plus plane and angle operator selection coupled with 20 offsets and tool compensation help optimize productivity. The 40i True Vision is offered within the popular FAGOR PROKIT DRO Systems which are conveniently packaged together as a complete system including the precision linear scales, cable assemblies and associated application bracketry for easy single line item ordering for most machine applications.
See us at Booth # E-5224