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HI!
Our company has 2 vertical mills with 1270x570 table (50X26 INCH)
I am looking for a fixture system that has zero point ability
and have looked at several systems, both mechanical and pneumatic.
This one from Gressel seems to be fine in our machine, 2 of these base plates in each machine, and then build on top.
http://www.gressel.ch/en/katalog/mechanisches-nullpunkt-spannsystem-rasterplatte-gredoc-nrs-nullpunkt-raster-system-platten/gredoc-10fach.html
I was wondering if anyone has any experience with them, or maybe guide in direction to other systems that would be suitable that do not cost
the same amount as a new machine!
We have 4 gerardi vices in the machine on the table mostly, but we are now expanding and develop new products, so the 4th axis and plates with jigs on the table will also be
more used in the future, therefore need for more efficient setups.
We can do good with mechanical zero point systems or just more quick changeable systems, just would be good to get pros and cons before deciding and telling the boss the cost!
I have looked at Lang, Schunk, Rohm, Mitebitee and Gressel, any other suggestions please advice.
Miteebite has also an interesting one, this :
http://www.miteebite.com/products/quick-change-mechanical-receiver-and-blank-pallet/
if that is possible to make your own baseplate for and use the parts it may be the winner, i need bigger plate than those as standard to fit all the table in the machine
as i plan to do.
So, have you any good advice on this topic please share, TIA
G
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