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Honing Machine Optimizes Gear Finishing



Available from German Machine Tools of America (GMTA), the Präwema SynchroFine 205 HS gear honing machine features direct-driven, digitally controlled spindles for the tool and the workpiece, enabling precise, rigid synchronization. "The Präwema Honing gear finishing process produces quality comparable to grinding results for spur and helical gears, as well as shafts. The machine's software checks the stock allowance and workpiece runout and then optimizes the X-axis approach distance. Measuring the workpiece does not add to the cycle time and the process can reduce cycle times by 3 to 5 seconds," said a company spokesperson.

The machine features a pick-up design to enable automation. The workpieces and dressing tools are loaded and unloaded by the workpiece spindle. The large X-axis travel enables placement of additional stations adjacent to the loading/unloading station inside the machine, such as a two-flank roll-checking device. External robots and conveyor systems can also be integrated by GMTA engineering.

The honing machine is constructed on a natural granite bed to promote stability and control thermal fluctuations. The X- and Z-axes are equipped with linear motor drives. The cutting tool is clamped with a hydraulically operated system and the tool spindle can be swiveled into a vertical position. Additional options are available for machining oversized drive shafts as long as 850 mm and the Präwema SynchroFine 205 HS-D model, equipped with two spindles, is also offered.

For more information contact:

Scott Knoy, VP of Sales

German Machine Tools of America

4630 Freedom Drive

Ann Arbor, MI 48108

734-973-7800

sales@gmtamerica.com

www.gmtamerica.com

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