Unmatched flexibility in one clamping
Extended travel ranges and swivel angles without re-clamping
Perfect options - e.g. PowerGrind (electro-erosion conditioning process)
Evo Combi - 4-axis grinding center for machining the periphery and 2 K-Lands in a single clamping
Handling
● Agile SCARA Handling
● Two pallets in the work area for separation of blank and finished parts
Compatibility
● Standardized, compatible Agathon tools
● Consistent Agathon operating philosophy and software
● Unique, domain-specific programming language for indexable inserts
Optimized Drives
● Extended travel ranges and swivel angles for the production of indexable inserts without re-clamping
● Fast, enduring B-axis, optimal for round inserts
● Direct drives with optimized performance for the X, Y and C axes
● Internal and external dressing devices can be combined
● Grinding wheel diameter 400 mm
Connectivity
Extensive possibilities for Connectivity and Data Management.
The Evo Combi concept
Evo Combi - basic machine
- Proven design with good accessibility
- Extended travel ranges and swivel angles for the production of indexable inserts without re-clamping
- Fast, enduring B-axis, optimal for round inserts
- Direct drives with optimized performance for the X, Y and C axes
- Internal and external dressing devices can be combined
- Grinding wheel diameter 400 mm
- Grinding area separated from handling area
- Two pallets in the work area for separation of blank and finished parts
Technical Data
Number of pallets | max. 16 |
Grinding cup Ø | 400 mm |
Dimensions (L x W x H) | 3.06m x 2.10m x 2.22m (with lamp 2.60m) |
Weight | 6500 kg |
Swiveling range of C axis | -140° bis +140° |
OD | IC | max. 100mm (120mm) | min. 3.96mm |
Workpiece – Clamping dist. | 28.5mm |
Materials | Carbide, Cermet, Ceramics, CBN, PCD |
Ease of use
- Excellent visibility
- Workpiece spindle head close to machine front for better access
- Consistent Agathon operating philosophy and software
- Unique, domain-specific programming language for indexable inserts
- Simple re-teach
- Proven, perfectly integrated automation
- Comprehensive training program for programming, operation and maintenance
Selected Options
- Electro-erosion conditioning process (PowerGrind)
- Robust U-axis for in-process cleaning, sharpening and profiling
- 2D force measurement system for normal and tangential forces for the process definition, optimization and control
- Extensive possibilities for Connectivity and Data Management
- Vision system for parts alignment and spot recognition
The outstanding advantages of the Evo Combi
Low cost per workpiece
- Shorter grinding times thanks to very high material removal rates
- Short transfers due to agile handling and internal dressing
- Complete machining without re-clamping
- Standardized, compatible Agathon tools
- Fast product change due to off-line programming and graphic simulation
- Up to 50% cycle time reduction with PowerGrind
- Low-maintenance components
Flexibility (materials, process)
- K-Lands on both sides without re-clamping
- Extended swivel angles and travel ranges for significantly more geometries
- Free combination of various dressing methods
- Largest possible range of applications from IC 3.96 mm to OD 100 mm
- Suited for all common indexable insert materials
- Reduced energy requirements through consistent Eco-design
Maximum availability
- High autonomy with storage for up to 16 trays
- State-of-the-art, low-maintenance drives
- Short changeover/set-up times
- Designed and manufactured in Switzerland
- Fast, competent and efficient