Ak-U-Rite UK is following a continuous programme of investment in state-of-the-art equipment and technologies.
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Invariably we receive specifications via Internet, E-Mail, ISDN, Modem, CD-Rom or DAT tape, which are loaded onto our CAD/CAM systems. From this information we then produce tool drawings and machining data for the copper or graphite electrodes alternatively the form can be directly cut into hardened steel up to 56Hrc using our High Speed Machining Centers.
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The CAD/CAM office has invested a large amount of money over the past few years in top of the range computers and software. Since this investment we now design in full 3D solids using the latest version of Pro-Engineer and Catia working as a team with the 3D application programmers using PowerShape & Powermill to produce mould split lines 3D programmes which are sent directly via our intranet to the CNC or WIRE department.
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The CNC department allocate the electrodes or inserts to a machine and when ready the machines are drip fed. With spindle speeds of up to 42000rpm and feed cutting rates of 20 metres per/min machining times have been reduced dramaticaly enabling us to achieve very keen deliveries.
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When the electrodes are cut they are passed to the inspection department where they are fully checked on a Co-Ordinate Measuring Machine using the latest full 3D Tol checking software before being passed on to the CNC EDM department for spark-eroding
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The toolmakers final fitting and hand assembly is a process that no machinery can replace, with toolmaking becoming more complex there is a greater need for fully trained and experienced toolmakers to undertake complex & manual machining and assembly.
With the tool fully assembled and checked for functionality, it is then delivered, by either ourselves or an approved delivery service, direct to our customer.