Crankshaft Grinder with FANUC 31i-T CNC Control and Panel i – Courtesy of Weldon Solutions

Crankshaft Grinder with FANUC 31i-T CNC Control and Panel i – Courtesy of Weldon Solutions

Crankshaft Grinding: http://www.fanucamerica.com

FANUC Authorized Integrator Weldon Solutions offers a full line of CNC OD, ID and combination grinders, as well as solutions for machine tending, material removal, material handling, and packaging and palletizing.

This video highlights the new Weldon 120S Midas Pin Chasing Crankshaft Grinder with FANUC Series 31i-TB CNC Control with Panel i. This machine allows a manufacturer to grind two pins on a crankshaft in one operation in a CNC pin-chasing mode, where the grinding wheel follows the part as it rotates to stay in contact with the eccentric pins. To accomplish this, the machine utilizes FANUC’s Learning Function. This function allows the control to learn the following error and compensate part after part after part, improving the accuracy of the finished part and cycle time. To provide the rapid changes in direction the X axis undergoes when grinding this type of part the machine also features FANUC Linear Motor on the X axis. Dressing is accomplished with a workhead, spindle-mounted diamond roll, eliminating the need for a dresser motor and control. The part is clamped and driven by a collet system, with tailstock for support. In this operation there is no need to offset the pin in a pot fixture before grinding. A probing system is used for lateral positioning and to establish radial position of each pin. The probe also serves to verify that the proper part has been loaded. The overall result is improved productivity and better quality control.

Contact Weldon Solutions today to find out how a new CNC grinder can enhance your manufacturing operation, and increase efficiency. To learn more about the Weldon’s full series of CNC grinders, please visit their website at http://www.weldonsolutions.com
Crankshaft Grinder with FANUC 31i-T CNC Control and Panel i – Courtesy of Weldon Solutions



Crankshaft Grinder with FANUC 31i-T CNC Control and Panel i – Courtesy of Weldon Solutions