artiFACT™, Cincinnati Lamb’s machine monitoring system provides manufacturers an effective tool to achieve higher production rates, reduced maintenance costs and higher machine utilisation. The artiFACT system eliminates guesswork in pinpointing changes in machine alignment and accuracy that affect the quality of your parts.
Designed for horizontal machining centres, the artiFACT can be used on both stand alone machines and in cell configurations.
Features
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Detects geometric and positioning accuracy changes in horizontal machining centres within minutes.
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Alerts the machine operator instantly to any out of tolerance conditions.
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Utilises Windows® based software.
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Indicates the area of the machine tool that requires service.
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Provides detailed graphical results for trend analysis.
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Includes a probe calibration program.
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Requires a dedicated pallet and probe option installed on the machine tool.
Benefits
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It provides a quick method of determining that the machine tool is within specified tolerances, which reduces the requirement for part inspection.
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The artiFACT system frees your maintenance workforce by eliminating the guess work and trial and error methods of repair.
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It increases machine availability; the check takes about 10 minutes.
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The artiFACT system aids in Quality Standards such as ISO 9000 or QS 9000.
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It gives your company a competitive advantage to win machining contracts.
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The artiFACT System pays for itself through reduced maintenance costs and part inspection costs.
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It is currently being used in major U.S companies serving the aerospace and heavy equipment industries.
Included with the artiFACT System
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Calibrated precision fixture
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Machine program for the probe cycle
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Windows based analysis software for a PC or Laptop computer
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On-site training
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Operator's Manual
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Laptop computer with hardened shop case (optional)
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