Optimization of Setup Time

Clamping Systems for CNC Machine Tools

Do you machine wood, glass, plastic or paving slabs with CNC-guided machining centres? Then you also suffer from downtimes caused by setting up the machines. With our vacuum clamping systems, we minimize the setup time of your CNC machine tools.

Construction of custom-fit templates for small workpieces was tedious, the vacuum suction blocks slipped out of place because the hoses were in the way, and mechanical clamps had to be reset -- all of which took time.

As vacuum technology specialists we set to work on these problems, and we are able to offer you the opportunity to significantly shorten setup times with a complete line of vacuum clamping systems. We carry the appropriate suction blocks for small and large workpieces. The suction blocks are suctioned onto the CNC machine by a vacuum and thus offer maximum flexibility for positioning on the machine. Because of the tension from below, the work piece can be machined from 360° around, without having to be reset.

Matrix-Plate

The Matrix-Plate is particularly suitable for process-safe clamping of large, flat metal workpieces with smooth bottom surfaces on CNC machining centres and guarantees very short set-up times. Even components which are difficult to clamp mechanically can be clamped easily, quickly and precisely without distortion, Therefore a sealing rubber can be positioned close to the edges of apertures and holes. This ensures flexible sealing and minimizes the loss of clamping forces.

All this is accomplished within shortest possible time, without complex retooling.

Gripping Systems for Differing Work Pieces

When using our universal area gripping systems FXC and FMC, as well as our palletizer SPZ, the laborious change of heads when changing applications in a system is omitted. Our heads handle both the workpiece and the intermediate layer, as well as the pallet. This saves space, time and money, because with our gripping systems you can omit changing heads for different layers.

Do you have additional questions?

Your contact:
Schmalz Inc. 5200 Atlantic Avenue Raleigh, NC 27616 USA	Tel.: +1 919 7130880 Fax: +1 919 7130883 schmalz@schmalz.us

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