Latest tech for large mill-turning and more

With the latest M100, M120, M150 and M175, models WFL Millturn Technologies represents the premium class of multifunctional turning-boring-milling centres.

Complete machining of complex workpieces up to 12m in length is possible. In addition to the superior performance and torque values of the spindle drives, tremendous feed forces on all axes ensure impressive dynamics and maximum productivity. Perfection down to the smallest detail and a modular machine concept offer the customer a complete package of the highest quality in a new dimension.

Bigger, stronger, faster and with the latest M-series product advances - the M175 MILLTURN - from WFL is a new giant of complete machining. The CNC machine contains significant innovations, ensures the highest precision and an advantageous versatility for customer requirements. The new turning-boring-milling unit offers a maximum swing diameter of 1,750mm and can accommodate up to 15,000kg heavy workpieces with high stability due to the new, large-sized bed guideway for steady rest and tailstock.

The turning-boring-milling unit has an X-stroke of 1,620mm and a Y-stroke of 1,100mm and can therefore be used universally, e.g. for deep radial machining. Due to the large volume box structure of the turning-boring-milling unit cross slide with a very wide bed guide base and multiple arrangement of ground gliding guideways in the X- and Z-axis, the tool carrier system has particularly high stability. This massive construction is combined with proven main and milling spindle systems, whose 113kW and 58kW drives are extremely reliable.

The HSK-A100 tool interface that is provided as standard, in addition to the optional Capto C8, also guarantees full utilisation of the machine’s turning power. High-performance drives maximise the feed strength and ensure a speed of processing that is unrivalled in a machine of these dimensions. Thanks to the B-axis, the workpiece can be machined at any angle and, if needed, using 5-axis interpolation.

The M175 MILLTURN is ideally suited for both heavy machining and high-precision finishing. From a technological perspective, the list of potential applications is endless: large landing gear legs, massive crankshafts, turbine and generator shafts, large valve blocks, and shafts and rollers used in heavy industry are just some of the parts that can be made.

The various types of processing that the machine offers are unlimited, according to WFL. Alongside heavy drilling and deep-drilling operations, the types of processing available for the internal machining of workpieces knows no limits. When it comes to producing special, one-off solutions, WFL says it is the right partner, as its decades of experience in project-related tool building will provide customers with any type of machining process they require.

Tools with lengths up to 900mm and a weight up to 35kg can be stored in the well-proven, forward-accessible tool magazine with up to 200 tool stations and the machine operator can easily equip tools via the large window.

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With the M175 model an increase in productivity is also possible with a large variety of automation solutions. WFL Millturn Technologies and its subsidiary FRAI Robotic Solutions have decades of expertise and offer a variety of automation variations for different requirements to maximise productivity.

The comprehensive range of products includes straightforward loading using articulated robots, a wide variety of gripper systems and gantry loaders with peripheral transport and storage systems for workpieces, tools and jaws.

In cases where there is a lack of staff for night and weekend shifts, automation can be used to increase machine utilisation and therefore remedy the problem of staff shortages. Equipped with a MILLTURN WFL machine, intelligent tools and integrated sensors, customers can get the perfect package for complete manufacturing.

Günther Mayr, managing director sales and technics at WFL Millturn Technologies says: “Our customers look to us for solutions that don't exist yet. Some of the requirements include automation of a mill-turn with heavy workpieces and production of a wide range of gear teeth. WFL is always able to find a solution for these requirements. Many of our customers value our competence and know-how in this application as an argument to buy a MILLTURN.”

WFL mill-turn centres are available in the UK from Kyal Machine Tools.

WFL www.wfl.at

Kyal Machine Tools www.kyalmachinetools.co.uk