Last month, we provided an in-depth picture of our full, turnkey grinder remanufacturing services, which include all-new:
- Electrics
- Hydraulics
- Lube
- Pneumatics
- Tooling
- CNC dresser
- Automation robot/gantry
- In/post gaging
- Coolant system
- Mist collection
But a fully remanufactured grinder isn't the only answer for manufacturers looking for productivity or process improvements. Especially for companies on tight budgets or that have only certain grinder components that are worn, GCH Machinery offers a wide range of remanufacturing options
In fact, we can remanufacture any specific area of your grinder – and you don't need to guess what needs to be done. We'll evaluate your machine and provide a complete quote on items that need to be remanufactured.
While meeting your budget and specifications, we can supply a la carte services, such as adding partial or full enclosures, as well as a full CNC dresser. We can also incorporate a number of systems to help improve operations and boost productivity.
In-process/post-process gaging, for instance, allows for:
- Taper/part size monitoring for more consistent parts
- Fewer required actions by the machine operator
- 24/7 operation
A closed loop gaging system also corrects the machine for size changes.
Another possibility is a coolant filtration system, which cleans your coolant and keeps contaminants from wearing down machine components. It also helps maintain part quality, since dirty coolant will affect part finish.
The addition of a mist collection system also is an example of the types of grinder improvements our customers request. These systems reduce airborne contamination, which in turn:
- Minimizes air settlements
- Improves grinder life by preventing air settlements from collecting on surfaces on or around the grinding area
- Keeps the operator from breathing in airborne contaminants
Automation projects can provide some of the most substantial productivity gains. We offer a wide range of automation options, such as:
- Gantry style load/unload systems
- Hoppers and feeders
- Robots from a choice of industry-leading manufacturers
- Infeed conveyors
- Spinning roll feeders
- Vibratory bowl feeders for small workpieces
We design, manufacture and integrate grinder automation modules to meet each customer's specific needs, no matter how basic or how sophisticated.
Our engineering team works with each customer to determine which of our many automation options will best suit each specific application and budget. Contact us today for the automated grinding machines your operation needs.
Next month, we'll wrap up this three-part series with a comprehensive look at the productivity enhancements and other improvements produced by grinder remanufacturing and automation.