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Product Focus 46 MoldMaking Technology —— JANUARY 2018 EDM Machine Control Simplifies Production on EDM The new M800 EDM control is now included in Mitsubishi Electric Automation wire EDM machines to increase productivity and help keep track of production jobs. The M800 series control uses rotational and tilting functionality, while providing job monitoring and important information in a single view. The 19-inch touchscreen enables the user to swipe, pinch and tap to view, which the company says makes the interface easier to interact with over previous models. Additionally, the M800 control enables the user to analyze machine profit- ability and see reserves to optimize processes and boost efficiency. Diagrams are available to depict operating costs and output, and a touch retrieves all operating material statuses and maintenance cycles. Currently, the MV1200-S, MV1200-R, MV2400-S and MV2400-R Advance wire EDM machines feature the M800 control. MC Machinery Systems, Inc., a Mitsubishi subsidiary, is work- ing on incorporating this technology in its laser machines as well. MC Machinery Systems Inc. / 630-616-5920 / mcmachinery.com Mitsubishi Electric Automation / 847-478-2500 / us.mitsubishielectric.com/fa/en EDM Unit Has Power Optimizer to Reduce Machining Time Makino introduces a new EDM machine in its Edge-Series, the Edge2, to the U.S. manufacturing market. The machine was built for general precision machining applications. It provides accurate and reliable performance for standard die and mold components or contract manufacturing with a space-saving design. The Edge2 is configured with a variety of productive, adaptive EDM tech- nologies to efficiently handle many tasks while reducing machining time. SuperSpark4 dynamically optimizes the power discharge levels and jump cycles to reduce machining time up to 50 percent. Intelligent Expert System (IES) has advanced adaptive power to automatically stabilize EDM processes and enhance accuracy. MGH6 Control features a 15-inch touch-screen control system and simplified programming using the Makino Program Generator (MPG) function. The Edge-Series sinker EDM machines feature an integral rise-and-fall work tank designed with unobstructed access to the work zone for setups, which Makino says greatly improves visibility to monitor the machining processes. The machine includes an eight-station automatic tool-changer (ATC) to extend unattended operation, and fully supported robotic automation for greater unattended operations. The machines are equipped with critical safety fea- tures, such as flame sensor and fire extinguisher systems, that are integrated and monitored by the machine control. Makino / 248-232-6200 / makino.com EDM Machine Has High-Column Design for Work on Large Molds Sodick, Inc. has unveiled a new high-column model wire EDM machine, the VL600QH. The VL600QH is Sodick's latest addition to their VL range of versatile wire EDM machines. With a 500-mm Z-axis stroke, the new high-column model is designed to accommodate a wider variety of large workpieces. The unit is therefore suitable for large molds and for automotive and aerospace applica- tions. Like other models in the VL series, the VL600QH offers an improvement to the Sodick SuperJet Automatic Wire Threader (AWT) "Pop-Up" search func- tion. The upgraded AWT is suitable for unattended machining and improves the success of multi-hole threading and the threading of curved surfaces. The VL600QH also offers three-pass fine finish technology that has improved since the variation available on VZ series machines. Sodick Inc. / 847-310-9000 / sodick.com Compact EDM Has Varied Features for Accuracy and Ease of Use GF Machining Solutions's new compact Form E 350 machine is a suitable die sinking EDM solution for small shops. The Form E 350 has sturdy C-axis construc- tion, a cross table and a cast-iron frame for stability and force reduction, which helps maintain a precise spark gap between the part and the electrode. GF Machining Solutions says that regardless of part weight or dielectric volume, the machine delivers consis- tent accuracy. Integrated glass scales preserve long-term repeatability and eliminate the need for recalibration. The Form E 350 also eliminates errors from backlash and wear. The machine features a program- mable dielectric management system with a 270-liter capacity integrated inside the machine cabinet. This system fills and empties the work tank without human intervention to keep the machine in production. The Form E 350 also comes with the Intelligent Speed Power Generator (ISPG) to provide quality surface finishes and precision applications in any conductive material. The generator improves machining speeds by 40 percent and reduces corner wear by 50 percent. GF Machining Solutions / 847-913-5300 / gfms.com/us