Direct clamping of cylinder head using zero point mounting
Roemheld will be showcasing its latest 5-axis workholding innovations at Autosport 2009. On display will be a new range of Hilma 5-Axis jaws that have been specifically designed for use in 5-Axis machining applications. The range enables single set-up on 5-Axis machines and includes step jaws for secure machining on a hold of 3mm for maximum savings on raw material. Together with the market leading Hilma 5-Axis range of vices, designed to grip on just 3mm, these products have been designed to ensure end users maximise the productivity of their 5-axis systems.
Zero point mounting systems will also be on display on the Roemheld stand. These Stark systems provide the optimum interface for the machine tool. Visitors to the stand will be able to see how these zero point systems incorporate a repeatable location and clamping system that allows for the quick changeover of different workholding devices. Reducing set-up times and increasing throughput in the majority of production environments.
Thanks to years of research and development, these Roemheld technologies mean that direct clamping becomes a possibility even for the manufacture of cylinder heads and engine blocks.
For those production engineers looking to make workholding more flexible across the machine shop, the Roemheld flexible clamping system will be on display. So visitors can see for themselves exactly how clamping flexibility can be achieved with a minimum investment.
In addition, there will be a daily competition to win an exclusive, behind the scenes tour of Prodrive. This will be an exclusive chance to see where the Subaru World Rally Cars (WRC) and the Aston Martin DBR9 sports cars are designed and built.
The latest Stark CD and Roemheld Interactive Catalogue on DVD will also be available to take away from the stand.
Hilma vices and jaws, Stark zero point mounting and Roemheld flexible clamping systems are only available in the UK from Roemheld, which specialises in offering a total solution-based approach to workholding.
More information can be found at www.roemheld.co.uk or by telephoning 0121 543 1414.
