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Stiles Machinery Inc. is proud
to announce that Merlin air humidification systems will
provide relief from the heat for AWFS®Vegas attendees.
Merlin air humidification systems will be on display at
AWFS®Vegas not in the convention hall as expected |
but outside by the bus stops for
relief from the July heat. Providing humidification by high pressure
vaporization, Merlin systems extract warm air to achieve the best
possible humidity balance and quickly reduce temperatures. The
process begins by softening filtered drinking water, and then a
high-pressure pump compresses the water to 1,000 PSI as it passes
through a hose grid to the vaporization units. Arranged in a ring on
the top of the ventilation unit, patented nozzles vaporize the water
and spray the surrounding air. Millions of microscopic water
particles form and evaporate into the ambient air.
In addition to providing relief for AWFS®Vegas attendees, Merlin’s
humidification systems also meet the demands of the industry inside
their production facilities. Controlling the humidity enables
woodworkers to deliver consistent results for increased
profitability, higher raw material yield, and consistent finish
application. Humidification also provides a healthier working
environment by reducing airborne dust and pollutants, which reduces
labor loss due to illness. Uniquely designed according to atmosphere
and room volume, Merlin humidification systems are ideal for any and
all woodworking companies.
Merlin Technology is distributed in the U.S. by Stiles Enhancement
Technologies and is part of the Winning Production Solutions offered
by Stiles on display in booth 16036 at AWFS®Vegas.
For additional information, contact
Steve Waltman,
V.P., Stiles Machinery Inc. at 616.698.7500.
Upcoming Stiles Education
Courses
Stiles Machinery Inc. is proud to
offer the only internationally accredited education program in the
industry, certified by the International Association of Continuing
Education and Traning (IACET). Combining classroom study with
hands-on application, the following courses will be offered during
August:
MC080: WoodWOP Programming for Vacuum Pod Weekes
August 6-8, 2007 in Grand Rapids, Mich.
Students will learn proper programming techniques of WoodWOP 5.0
software relative to Weeke vacuum pod CNC machining centers. Course
instruction includes how to increase utilization of the CNC
machining center and an introduction to parametrics to create
efficient and powerful programs.
MC081: Operation & Programming for Vacuum Pod Weekes
August 9-10, 2007 in Grand Rapids, Mich.
Students will learn proper operating techniques of a vacuum pod
Weeke CNC machining center, utilizing WoodWOP 5.0 software. Course
instruction includes how to operate and program the machine
efficiently, programming of C-axis aggregates and basic machine
maintenance.
PS504:Panel Saw Maintenance
August 7-10, 2007 in Grand Rapids, Mich.
Through hands-on instruction, students will learn preventative and
major maintenance procedures and techniques for single-line and
angular panel saws. Troubleshooting electrical schematics,
mechanical and pneumatic components and systems are covered.
TD380: Homag Edgebander & PC22 Troubleshooting
August 8-9, 2007 in Grand Rapids, Mich.
This course includes step-by-step, in-depth instruction on Homag
Edgebanders using the PC22 controller. Emphasis is placed upon the
Beckhoff modules, interpreting the PLC program list, troubleshooting
with diagnostics and reading electrical prints.
MC090: WoodWOP Programming for Nested-Based Weekes
August 13-15 & August 20-22, 2007 in Grand Rapids, Mich.
Students will learn proper programming techniques of WoodWOP 5.0
software relative to Weeke nested-based CNC machining centers.
Course instruction includes how to increase utilization of the CNC
machining center and an introduction to parametrics to create
efficient and powerful programs.
MC091: Operation & Programming for Nested-Based Weekes
August 16-17 & August 23-24, 2007 in Grand Rapids, Mich.
Students will learn proper operating techniques of a Weeke
nested-based CNC machining center utilizing WoodWOP 5.0. Course
instruction includes how to operate and program the machine
efficiently, programming of nested sheet materials and basic machine
maintenance.
PS801: Advanced Control Systems for European Panel Saws
August 13-15, 2007 in Gastonia, NC
This course covers extensive controller and inverter troubleshooting
and diagnostics for single-line and angular panel saws. Emphasis is
placed on procedures and techniques for diagnosing complex problems.
EB504: Maintenance for Medium to Large Size Edgebanders
August 20-22, 2007 in Grand Rapids, Mich.
this hands-on course covers advanced preventative maintenance and
machine setup. Extensive coverage on machine lubrication, reading
and troubleshooting with European electrical schematics and
mechanical/pneumatic systems are included. Course work includes
adjusting gluing stations as well as working with manuals, drawings,
spare parts inventory and cost-effective maintenance programs.
MC051: WoodWOP for CNC Machining Centers - Homag BOF
August 20-22, 2007 in Grand Rapids, Mich.
Students will learn proper programming techniques of WoodWOP 5.0
software for their BOF machining center. Course instruction includes
how to increase utilization of the CNC machining center and an
introduction to parametrics to create efficient and powerful
programs.
CR055: Introductory Operation for BOF Routers
August 23-24, 2007 in Grand Rapids, Mich.
Students will learn safety, fixturing, tooling, operation and
preventative maintenance of the Homag BOF machining center.
Discussions will include increasing machine uptime and increasing
the mechanical life of the machine and tooling.
EB100: Efficient Operation for Med to Lg Size Edgebanders
August 27-29, 2007 in Ontario, Calif.
Students will learn how to maximize the capabilities of medium to
large size edgebanders. Classroom and hands-on exercises will teach
students about rapid changeovers, proper maintenance procedures,
edgebanding materials and adhesives, troubleshooting and safety.
Click here for the entire course schedule.
Click here to register online.
For more information, call
Diana Turner at
616.698.7500 ext. 1625.
Martin
Introduces New Table Moulder
MARTIN introduced its new premium
spindle moulder T27 at this year's LIGNA trade show. The new model
of the Ottobeuren-based engineering company replaces the
predecessors T20 and T26 and will be available as moulder T27 Fix
and tilting moulder T27 FleX. The T27 FleX follows the trend that
the T26 started in 1999: its spindle can be tilted by up to 46° in
both directions.
Focus on Intuitive and Comfortable Handling
The most conspicuous innovation of the T27 is the modern, intuitive
touchscreen control that is located at eye level. The main objective
of the control development was to provide the user with an intuitive
control that would provide much more efficiency by reducing set-up
times by up to 80%. Further savings are possible by skipping the
test workpiece, which was usually indispensable in the past. These
goals have been achieved by means of modern control hardware and
smart software. One feature that stands out at the first glance is a
tidy-looking color monitor. The basic machines of both editions, T27
Fix and T27 FleX, are shipped with a touch-sensitive 5.7" monitor.
Optionally, an even clearer and more powerful control is available
with a 10.4" touchscreen monitor such as those used on MARTIN saws
since 2006. Though the software and control elements on the monitor
are perfectly tuned to the new spindle moulders, the hardware
running in the background is largely identical.
High Efficiency through Short Set-up Times
The self-explanatory and easy-to-use control reduces set-up times,
thereby increasing the efficiency of the spindle moulder. Every time
the machine needs to be set up anew, the user is faced with the
challenge of moving an existing tool on the machine as quickly as
possible to the position that enables safe, efficient use. For this
reason, even the basic T27 machine allows for input and management
of up to 500 tools in a tool database. Moreover, the basic machine
provides for electronic positioning of the moulding height and
electronic display of the moulding stop position. Additionally, the
T27 FleX enables electronic positioning of the moulding angle. When
the user activates the inserted tool, the control displays the
current moulding measurements in relation to the table and the stop.
Subsequently, the adaptation to the measurements required in the
drawing is as easy as can be.
1000 Tools at Your Command
While machines with 5.7" control facilitate the management of up to
500 tools, the larger 10.4" touchscreen supports up to 1000 tools.
In addition to the comfortable search function, the larger unit
enables the user to define groups and favourites within the tool
database for even faster selection of the needed tool.
Once the optimum tool position has been determined for a certain
operation, these settings can be saved. Depending on the machine
configuration, up to 6 axes can be displayed and controlled
electronically, and all these axis positions can be saved. Of
course, the respective tools are also integrated in the program.
The 5.7" touchscreen provides the user with 100 programs; the 10.4"
control provides for up to 1000 memory positions. In addition to the
alphanumeric search function, which is available on all controls,
the large screen supports the definition of groups and favorites.
Moulding Stop for Maximum Precision
In contrast to the innovations in the control, which are quite
obvious, the advantages of the newly developed moulding stop are
rather concealed. However, the benefit that this new design provides
to users is no less important. Its elaborate bilateral guide enables
an unprecedented level of repetition accuracy: ± 0.025 mm. Extensive
referencing is not necessary even after the stop is removed from the
machine table, e.g. for curved moulding operations. A strong
mechanical fit makes sure of this. By means of this high repetition
accuracy, which also applies to the moulding height and moulding
angle (± 0.005°), operations like cutting of counter profiles can be
performed easily and with maximum accuracy. In the basic edition,
the stop is adjusted by means of a hand wheel on the basis of the
integrated, computed display in the control. The infeed jaw is also
adjusted with the hand wheel using a scale with nonius.
Control for 6 Axes
While the "controlling effect" of the control is limited to the
moulding height on the basic machines or the moulding height and
spindle tilt on the T27 FleX, up to 6 axes can be motorised and
controlled by means of additional equipment. Each of the additional
axes moulding depth (stop), cut (infeed jaw), table opening
(electric table rings), and feed support (height) can be added
selectively. Thanks to this freedom of choice, every machine can be
adapted to the specific needs of the customers. Coordinated by the
control, all axes operate within a networked array. Thus, even very
complex moulding patterns can be speedily be set and processed
perfectly even without a test run. Of course, the referencing of the
two axes moulding height and, if available, moulding angle is fully
automated. The same applies to the patented electric table rings,
which enable variable adaptation of the gap between the machine
table and the tool.
DornFix or HSK?
The new HSK tool interface is ideal for users who consider their
spindle moulder as an effective supplement to their CNC processing
centre. If the basic machine is equipped with MARTIN's proven
DornFix quick-change system, the toolless clamping system HSK can be
selected optionally. The advantage of the MARTIN solution is the
customer's freedom of choice. Apart from HSK 85 "PowerLock", HSK 63F
or HSK 63E are also available. The machine can even be refitted
later on at reasonable costs. Thanks to this technology, the user
can directly use suitable CNC router tools on the spindle moulder,
thereby relieving this expensive machine from capacity-consuming
traversing moulding jobs.
Versatile for Workshops and Industry
The T27 was especially designed for enterprises that focus on
individual, flexible, and versatile manufacturing, e.g. a 3 to 5-man
shop that uses the machine for all moulding operations or a large
furniture manufacturer that uses the spindle moulder as an efficient
and flexible supplement to the processing centre.
Biesse
America Acquires AGM Glass Machinery |
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Biesse America has acquired certain
assets of AGM Glass Machinery Inc. Founded in 1982, AGM was the
recognized leader in the US and Canada for Stone and Glass
fabrication equipment, specifically the INTERMAC line of CNC
machines.
Biesse America is a wholly owned Subsidiary by BIESSE, which is one
of the largest world industrial groups producing CNC machines for
the Stone, Glass, and Wood industries, employing over 2200
employees, totaling 168 employees in North America alone, with
consolidated sales revenues of over 396.6 million Euro (equivalent
to 515.5 million Dollars)
This acquisition is pursuant to the Biesse mission to provide direct
and superior customer support through controlled Subsidiaries. The
Parts and Service support will be based on the proven structure
currently offered by BIESSE AMERICA, that will implement its “best
practices” to insure that all current and future Customers will
experience a new level of support and satisfaction, equal to those
offered to their Wood Division Customers, including 90% same day
parts shipments, 45 minute average response time for phone or
teleservice support 24/7.
Our Service, Parts and Tooling departments are reachable from US and
Canada calling 1 877 5BIESSE (243-773).
New
AirCenter Offers Compact Footprint and Low Noise Levels
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Kaeser Compressors is pleased to introduce the new SK
AirCenter series! Featuring our energy-saving rotary screw
compressors and reliable refrigerated dryers, the SK
AirCenter is available in 15-20 hp models producing 40-78
scfm at pressures to 217 psig.
All AirCenter models are tank-mounted, and their
space-saving design offers an extremely small footprint.
Plus, Kaeser’s split cooling air flow design and insulated
enclosure offer amazingly quite operation
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with noise levels as low as 65 dB(A) –
that’s almost 10 dB(A) less than the competition!
Kaeser offers the AirCenter package in a wide range of sizes and
configurations with stand-alone or integral refrigerated dryers and
optional filtration packages. For more information on the compact,
quiet Kaeser AirCenters, please call 800-777-7873 or visit us at
www.kaeser.com/packages.
RT Machine Co. Acquires Conrad's |
