Old grinding machines are brought back to state-of-the-art

Generally overhauled machines can be extended with measurement sensors and fingerprint to support monitoring in preventive maintenance. For the first time, at Metalloobrabotka in Moscow, the werkService (factory service) is presented. In its own “Service & Retrofit Center” old grinding machines are brought back to state-of-the-art, overhauled and on request upgraded, i.e. a complete technological retrofit is done. Whether overhauling or retrofitting, the customer receives a machine made in Germany including factory warranty. The focus is on overhauling standard grinding machines, usually typical standalone- machines such as those used for regrinding in repair shops or for surface grinding in toolrooms. They are being upgraded one-to-one to the latest state of the art whereby the functional area remains identical.

 

An example is the retrofit of an old machine with V-flat guides and hydraulic drive to be replaced by linear guides and linear drive. In addition, measuring systems can be integrated enabling in-process measurement to reduce set-up times. Also highly important is the replacement of the complete control elements so that latest NC-programs can be used. A further benefit is the higher productivity of the machine. When it has been equipped with new, more powerful drives, completely different feed rates are possible, which in comparison with conventional grinding enables high speed grinding.