BLUFFTON, OH U.S.A. (June 10, 2024) – GROB Systems, Inc., a global leader in the development of manufacturing systems and machine tools, announced it will demonstrate a range of 5-Axis machining applications at the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) in the West Building Booth #431400 (YG-1 Tool Co. booth) and Booth #431436 (Allied Machine & Engineering booth) at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL from September 9th -14th this year.
GROB machining centers, which are compatible with Industry 4.0 principles, are made in the U.S.A. at the GROB Systems full production facility in Ohio and often include advanced automation solutions for dramatically increased productivity. Having the machining center and automation come from the same builder offers customers streamlined service and support to keep the entire cell running at long-term high efficiency. GROB machines feature a unique machine concept including a horizontal spindle position that permits the longest possible Z-travel path and optimum chip fall.
Booth #431400 (YG-1 Tool Co. booth)
The GROB G150 5-Axis Universal Machining Center integrated with the GRC-R12 Robot Cell will be under power. The G150 provides high precision, complex machining in a compact size with a smaller work envelope. Featuring direct and absolute position encoders in all axes and an innovative machine cooling process, the machining center provides exceptional contouring accuracy. Pairing the G150 with the compact GRC-R12 Robot Cell increases productivity even further by offering a flexible, customizable and affordable automation solution. The cell has a 6-Axis FANUC M-10iD/12 Robot with 4.7′ (1,441 mm) reach, capable of handling a maximum load of 26.5 lbs (12 kg). The GRC-R12 features a pneumatic single-or double-gripper system. The drawer feed system can have up to six drawers that can be unloaded and reloaded while the robot cell and machining center are in operation. Multiple machining demonstrations will be held throughout each day.
Booth #431436 (Allied Machine & Engineering booth)
The GROB G550T 5-Axis Mill/ Turn Universal Machining Center is capable of machining a part by milling and turning in a single setup, saving time, costs and floor space. The machine is equipped with a Siemens 840D SL control, 14,500 rpm spindle, and an HSK-T100 tool interface. For maximum stability and machining performance, the G550T features a powerful mill-turn table with t-slots arranged in a star shape. Three linear and two rotary axes permit 5-sided machining, as well as 5-axis simultaneous interpolation, with a swivel range of 230 degrees in the A-axis and 360 degrees in the B-axis. The drive design is based on two symmetrically located ball screws, weight compensation in the Y-axis, and wear-free torque motors in the A and B axes.
Attendees will see demonstrations including an aerospace hydraulic manifold milled from 4140 steel supported by hyperMILL® CAM programming from OPEN MIND Technologies.
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About GROB Systems
For over 90 years, GROB has been known worldwide for the development and manufacturing of machines and production lines. GROB is a family-owned company with global headquarters located in Mindelheim near Munich, Germany and has full manufacturing capabilities in the United States, Germany, Brazil, China, Italy and India. Approximately 900 employees at the 400,000 square foot U.S.A. facility in Bluffton, Ohio support GROB customers across North America.
GROB has in its portfolio several universal 5-axis machining centers as well as a variety of automation solutions. The unique retractable spindle provides unmatched accessibility to the workpiece, is the most rigid when extended to the workpiece, and even allows for upside-down machining which provides superior chip control. The Z-axis design also allows tool changes to happen outside of the work area which enables users to machine the largest part that fits in the machine regardless of tool length requirements. For more information contact GROB Systems, 1070 Navajo Drive, Bluffton, OH 45817 U.S.A. Telephone: 419-358-9015, email: info@us.grobgroup.com, internet: https://www.grobgroup.com/en/.
