GT 112-E Bar Feeder Loads Small Bar Diameters
LNS’ GT 112-E automatic magazine bar feeder has a dual U-shaped guiding channel with a sectional guiding channel cover, combined with a self-centering bar clamping system that matches the entire diameter range of the lathe.
Preparing for Lights-Out Production
As manufacturers face the challenges of reducing cost-per-part while meeting quality and delivery demands, adding a workerless third shift is a tantalizing possibility. It’s also a bit scary.
The Impact of a Bar Feeder
Whether you’re experienced in the many intricacies of workhandling or are only beginning to learn, these overviews can help you to identify the keys to finding the bar feeder best suited to your turning applications.
Choosing an Automatic Bar Feeder
The bar feeder is the most common form of automation for turning operations. Selecting the right one requires consideration of the applications for which it will be used.
The Collet is the Answer
A small workholding change helped this shop deliver the required part finish by resolving vibration and runout issues.
Video: Parts Accumulator Allows for Unattended Machining
One of the advantages of a Swiss-type lathe is that once you’ve set up the bar feeder, you’re good to go until you run out of barstock. This accumulator simplifies the other end of the operation.
Bar Puller Features Self-Adjustment
The EZ-Puller, from Accudyne Corp., addresses a series of bar puller concerns with its own approach to pulling barstock.
Bar Feeder Automates Part Production
Designed to boost productivity through streamlined operation, Haas Automation's latest bar feeder model is built for use with Haas ST-10 through ST-35 and DS series CNC turning centers.
Load and Unload Pre-Processed Workpieces
The best application for this loader is in shops that process saw-cut, semi-finished, extrusions, forgings or castings and near-net shape blanks in CNC turning centers and multitasking machines.
Peak Performance in the Machining Lab
Matching the right equipment for the job and having quality employees to handle the work is paying big dividends for this precision shop.