Select Machining Technologies' Multitasking Machines Feature Enhanced Dynamics
The Gen 6 ZVH series of four- and five-axis traveling-column machining centers from Ibarmia are well suited for manufacturers seeking precision, efficiency and the capacity to handle large, complex workpieces.
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Select Machining Technologies offers the Gen 6 ZVH four- and five-axis traveling-column machining centers from , which feature an expanded workspace, enhanced dynamics and a fully redesigned automatic tool changer. These upgrades make the Gen 6 ZVH series well suited for manufacturers seeking precision, efficiency and the capacity to handle large, complex workpieces.
The most significant upgrade in the Gen 6 Ibarmia ZVH is a 20% increase in the work envelope for five-axis machining. This improvement was achieved by reducing the distance between the spindle nose and the swiveling axis, from 14.76" to 12". When positioned horizontally, the spindle nose can now be lowered to just 9.8" above the table, compared to the previous 14.76" in the Z series.
The Ibarmia ZVH Series traveling-column multitasking machines are available in two configurations, the ZVH Extreme four-axis and five-axis models, as well as the ZVH Multiprocess, which seamlessly integrates both five-axis milling and turning capabilities in a single machine.
In terms of capacity, the ZVH series machines are available with X-axis travel ranging from 63" to 472", Y-axis travel from 24" to 43.3" and Z-axis travel from 31.5" to 51.2". All configurations include a swiveling B-axis with a swing of up to ±115 degrees, enhancing flexibility. For additional versatility, integrated C-axis rotary tables are available, with swing diameters ranging from 35.4" to 86.6".
Spindle options include choices of 57.7 hp or 61.7 hp at 20,000 rpm, or a powerful 112.6 hp at 12,000 rpm, enabling the machine to handle a wide range of demanding machining applications.
Another upgrade found on the Gen 6 ZVH series is in the automatic tool changer, with the tool magazine now located on the side of the machining area instead of behind the traveling column. As a result, the operator is able to exchange tools while the spindle is actively making chips. The system has been designed in a way that the tool change is done outside of the working area to avoid interferences. The changed position of the tool magazine enables even further improvements for the new generation of machining centers. The moving column is stiffer and moves more dynamically. The additional acceleration of approximately 0.5 m/s² represents an improvement of 30%.
A wide variety of options will be available from 60-120 tools, in different spindle tapers that include SK 40, BT 40, SK 50, BT 50, HSK 63 and HSK 100. As with all Ibarmia machining centers, control options include FANUC, Heidenhain and Siemens.
In addition to these improvements, the width of the machining center has been reduced by nearly 20 inches, which provides for a narrower footprint on the factory floor, and reduces shipping costs.
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