The Finecut waterjet cutting machine from Rainford PrecisionCheshire-based
Rainford Precision will be highlighting exactly why it is widely regarded as an expert in micro-machining at
MACH 2024, which is taking place 15-19 April at the NEC, Birmingham (Hall 19, Stand 409). ).
The machine tool supplier will give the Kern Micro HD five-axis machining centre its UK exhibition premiere. Kern is renowned for its unparalleled levels of precision and at
MACH 2024, the Micro HD machine that comfortably achieves precision and repeatability levels of +/-1µm during five-axis machining will be demonstrating its incredible speed, precision and productivity.
Alongside the Kern Micro HD at the exhibition will be a demonstration model of a Finepart waterjet cutting machine. Like Kern, Finepart is a brand that stands out in the ‘micro’ precision field. With three-, four- and five-axis machines in the portfolio, Finepart machines can achieve a positional accuracy of +/-2.5µm with a repeatability of +/-2µm with a typical cutting tolerance of +/-10µm. The machines are perfect for cutting the smallest and most intricate of components from virtually any material, making them ideal for industries from the micro-manufacturing, semi-conductor and electronics sectors through to the dental, jewellery, aerospace and space sectors.
The Finepart machines are available in a range of sizes and specifications with optional extras including everything from precision measuring probes and alarm notifications to CAD/CAM systems, high-pressure pumps, hybrid high-frequency machining spindles, abrasive feed and removal systems.
Rainford Precision will also display its latest cutting tool solutions from world-renowned brands, including Union Tool, Louis Bélet, Delmeco, Gloor, HOBE, Osawa, DTS, Iwata, 6C Tools, Swissceramill and ATOM. The respective partners are industry leaders in the manufacture of drills, end mills, reamers, boring bars, thread mills, slitting saws and more.
Within this diverse portfolio are tools for specialist applications and material types, such as the Hufschmied brand of milling tools. The Graftor range of end mills from Hufschmied have been developed specifically for machining graphite and the range can double productivity rates and tool life when compared to rival tools. With such a diverse platform of specialist cutting tools and micro tool solutions, Rainford has recently invested in a Keyence digital microscope to provide a complete tool investigation and consultancy service for customers in the UK and Ireland.
With a niche in the micro tooling sphere, Rainford has acquired the new Keyence VHX-970FN digital microscope to assist customers in diagnosing issues and maximising the performance of micro and precision cutting tools. With dozens of tooling lines in its armoury below 1mm dia, Rainford operates beyond the remit and scale of other cutting tool vendors. It is here that the new service will optimise and enhance tool service life and performance for clients.
Rainford Precision managing director Miles Evans said: “When you are servicing customers with tools below 0.5mm in dia, diagnosing and optimising tool life and performance is a challenge. The Keyence system will enable us to provide a unique service to our customers within the cutting tool marketplace. At
MACH 2024, we will be able to discuss the challenges of micro-machining and offer manufacturers a solution that was not available before.”