Five-Axis Range Displays Complex, Compact Machining

Grob Systems Inc. highlights a range of five-axis machining applications at its booths that are co-located with YG-1 Tool Co. and Allied Machine & Engineering.

Grob machining centers, which are compatible with Industry 4.0 principles, include advanced automation solutions for increased productivity. The company says 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 also feature a distinctive machine concept, including a horizontal spindle position that permits the longest possible Z-travel path and optimum chip fall.

At the YG-1 Tool Co. booth, the Grob G150 five-axis universal machining center (UMC) integrated with the GRC-R12 robot cell is under power. The G150 five-axis machine is useful for moldmakers as it is equipped with features that provide a wide range of benefits including optimal chip evacuation via its a horizontal spindle position.

The G150 provides high-precision, complex machining in a compact size with a small work envelope. Featuring direct and absolute position encoders in all axes and a machine cooling process, the machining center is designed to optimize contouring accuracy. Pairing the G150 with the compact GRC-R12 robot cell can increase productivity further by offering what is said to be a flexible, customizable and affordable automation solution. The cell has a six-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 are being held throughout each day.