Built for an Italian customer involved in ‘general mechanics’, the
EMCO Mecof Powermill G3 PC3 is a high-performance gantry milling machine that offers a work envelope of 8,000 x 4,500 x 1,500mm, an 8,000 x 3,000mm work surface with a load capacity of up to 15,000kg/m
2 (class II DIN 876), and a universal bi-rotary head with ‘automatic millesimal positioning. This is rated at 38kW/6,000rev/min (615Nm maximum torque) and has an ISO 50 tool interface.
Also featured are a 60-position chain-type tool changer, a chip evacuation system, and a coolant system; and because the tool changer is fixed to the crossbeam shoulder and works in combination with a sliding exchange arm, fast and reliable tool replacement is achieved.\
The coolant system, which is a dual-delivery type (near the spindle and through the spindle) to ensure tool efficiency and longevity, is supported by a multi- stage filtration system up to 25μm. As an option, this system can be served by a collection tank and a filtering tank, each with a capacity of 1,000 litres.
Control is via a Heidenhain TNC 640 HSCI CNC system and Heidenhain’s Industry 4.0 package. This includes: Heidenhain TNC Remo for the remote loading of instructions and part programmes; Heidenhain DNC for the automated connection of the machine to a factory logistics system; and the CAPR, adaptive control option.
Heidenhain options include ‘global settings-virtual axis’, a five-axis machining package including RTCP (rotation tool centre point), and a model HR 550 FS wireless remote control panel as an alternative to the HR520 remote control panel provided with the base machine. Also available is a Renishaw RMP60 radio measurement probe for automated part set up and in-cycle gauging.