- 8th November 2023
A full machine refurbishment & CNC retrofit of this Schiess model DKE22 CNC Vertical Turret Lathe.
The machine refurbishment included re-grinding of the slideways to re-establish machine accuracies, refurbishment of the Jaeger Table Bearings, replacement of the Axis Drive Ballscrews, refurbishment of the Indexing Turret, re-engineering of the Table Drive system to provide infinitely variable Table speeds in 2 ranges (to 200rpm), replacement of all machine hydraulics, lubrication & coolant systems, fitting of a complete new Guarding System to meet with PUWER regulations and fitting of a new Swarf Conveyor.
The CNC retrofit comprised fitting of a new Siemens 840D sl Control, new Siemens AC Table Motor & Drive, new Siemens Digital Axis Servo Motors & Drives and a complete new Electrical Interface, including all new control gear; in addition, the machine has been completely re-wired.