Combining different capabilities on one machine improves productivity in processing diverse aerospace parts.In 2019, a European aerospace customer contacted Vision Wide wanting to process aerospace structural parts and engine cases on one machine simultaneously. These operations involve two completely different materials and processing methods. Most structural parts are made of aluminum alloy and require high feed rates and high acceleration/deceleration for high-speed machining, along with a high-power spindle for high removal rates. Vision Wide Tech Co. Ltd. specializes in manufacturing mega-gantry machine tools, ranging from 3-axis machines to 5-axis gantry type machines and turn-mill centers. ![]() Engine cases must be high-strength and high-heat-resistant, so they’re generally made of titanium or nickel-based alloy. To machine engine cases, it’s generally necessary to use a lathe for internal and external turning, then use a milling machine for shaping. These machines require high torque, tool and tool life management, and clamping. Vision Wide’s R&D team responded to the request by building the GSF-TC series gantry-type, 6-axis machining center. Vision Wide’s high-power, high-speed interlocking universal head improves aluminum alloy removal, while an efficient, high-power, high-torque continuous universal head plus coolant through spindle (CTS) and 250rpm rotary table enable milling-turning of difficult-to-cut materials. Kenneth Chen, Vision Wide’s chief technology officer, in charge of product development, works with customers to determine what they need to develop their product and how to improve production efficiency. “Never waste time with workpiece transfer operations,” Chen says. “We can integrate two machining functions into one machine to improve productivity. And, to enhance performance, we make our machines with high-speed or high-powered spindles.” A range of capabilities![]() Vision Wide also has developed machines for optimized for different materials. The GSF machine is designed for cutting aluminum. The ADM series is for cutting carbon fiber and glass fiber. For difficult honeycomb material, they created the UC machine that employs ultrasonic cutting – it’s the fourth machine the company has introduced in the past three years. In addition to improving processing efficiency, Vision Wide offers customers control of regular maintenance with reminders through the machine’s controller. Vision Wide’s professional service team in North America can provide commonly needed spare parts within 24 hours, so customers don’t have to wait for delivery from the factory in Taiwan. Source: Aerospace Manufacturing and Design ![]() Vision Wide Tech Double Column Machine Expert
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