Vertical Machining Center
Mori Seiki's new NH5000 is built for stable running 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The 30 HP peak Direct Drive Spindle (DDS) accelerates from 0 to 14,000 RPM in just 1.4 seconds. High axis acceleration rates along with one-second tool-to-tool time yield a chip-to-chip time of only 3.2 seconds. Changing the 19.7" square pallets takes only six seconds even when loaded with the maximum payload of 1,102 lbs.

This level of productivity produces a great amount of chips. The NH5000 delivers unmatched chip disposal capability so the machine can run without stopping to clear chips from the work area. The triple trough design has a center conveyor that moves the bulk of the chips with the remainder removed by dual spiral chip conveyors. The spiral chip conveyors, positioned at the outer edge of the machining area, extend to the setup station for added chip removal convenience.

Maintenance procedures are optimized: air valves and proximity sensors can be accessed without removing any covers. Where covers are required for safety, they are easily removed and replaced in seconds. Devices are mounted in functional groups to quickly find any component during troubleshooting.

The optional linear pallet pool (LPP) is a material handling system combined with one to eight horizontal machining centers. An automatic guided vehicle (AGV) carries pallets among machining centers, setup stations and pallet stands. After setting up a job for the first time, store it in the LPP and recall it at any time. With the next order for parts, simply schedule it, then with zero setup time, complete the order. The N5000 can also run lights out by loading up the LPP with blank parts.

For more information, contact David Austin, Mori Seiki, 9001 Currency Street, Irving, TX 75063, 972-929-8321, Fax: 972-929-8226, Web: www.moriseiki.com.