Wednesday, November 17, 2021
HOMAG has responded to the market requirement by launching a new generation of machines for nesting applications, where sustainability, flexibility and performance are highlights. The two new models, CENTATEQ N-210 and CENTATEQ N-510, are now available to the public.
In the area of flexibility, 5-axis processing needs can be met, in addition to the classic nesting tasks by extending the maximum total height in the Z-direction on these new machines. The new generation of machines is available in both stand-alone and automated configurations and carries updated matrix table configurations to increase both performance and flexibility. In addition to the table structure, the vacuum, air cushion concept, and material handling components have been rethought and further optimized. To optimize non-productive times and setup, the tool changing system has also been adapted. The machines were developed under the guiding principles of lower investment amounts for the customer, HOMAG quality standards, and reduced assembly times within our factories, resulting is greater availability for our customers.
The machine can be upgraded to meet the current needs of the customer. In line with the motto “Growing with the HOMAG Group,” lifting tables can be added for easier loading of material, automatic belt conveyors for pushing out finished parts, and even complete integrations in saw and storage-system combinations or with material handling robots. High volume processing is also a focus within the new CNC Machining Centers CENTATEQ N-210 and CENTATEQ N-510 programs. HOMAG offers a lifting table on the left-hand side and a belt conveyor on the right-hand side.
The well-known pendulum operation is extended using a separate vacuum supply and ventilation of the table sections. This highly efficient and seamless alternation between the left and right table sections is extended by “dynamic pendulum operation”. Sustainability is also at the forefront of the utilization of these machines. The aim is to generate as little material waste as possible.
To ensure that the parts are identified for secondary processing, such as edge banding, and for assembly after production, barcode labels can be utilized. Depending on the equipment level of the machine, HOMAG offers individual solutions here. In the new generation of nesting machines from HOMAG, there are many different table sizes available based on specific needs and requirements. Independent of the table size, three configurations of the automated vacuum field layouts are offered: Classic, Advanced and Premium.
With this variant, in the future HOMAG will allow the ability to activate only one field, for even more flexibility and efficiency. New valve technology has been installed in the table for this purpose. It generates the vacuum output required for nesting workpieces and precisely maintains that vacuum pressure throughout the nesting process, so that no excess energy is required.
The matrix table consists of a “raised island” and groove pattern that has a consistent grid dimension to provider for optimal vacuum flow. The transition between the individual matrix table sections has been re-designed so that this transition point is always constant and suction cups can be positioned across these segments without restriction. This is very relevant, especially for 5-axis machining!
The re-designed extraction and ejection device has a modular design and is integrated into the machine housing. The diameter of the machines dust ports and the arrangement of the integrated compressed air nozzles leads to an optimum dust collection result. The required amount of dust collection volume is managed exactly to the point.
For short changeover times, the 8-place tool changer riding along the X-axis of the machine will often be selected as standard. Depending on the variety of machining and application requirements of the customer, versions can also be selected in which 14 or 22 tools can be accommodated.
The new nesting series from HOMAG offers a wide selection of drilling gears to meet the demanding drilling requirements of today’s nested based manufacturer. Up to 21 different drilling gear units are available. Various combinations of vertical and horizontal drilling, as well as grooving, can be handled by these units without the machine requiring a tool change. HOMAG’s patented quick change system for drill bit changes remains available.
The proven HOMAG DRIVE5CS 5-axis head is now available to the CNC Machining Center CENTATEQ N-510 series, bringing extra versatility to our customers. In addition to traditional nesting, this series can also be used as a traditional machining center. Parts can be elevated, referenced, and machined on five sides.
Tags: Centateq, centateq-N, flexibility, homag, nesting
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