Friday, September 10, 2010

Used CNC Machines

Used CNC Machines


Even in good times most manufacturing and machining companies have always done their best to keep the cost of their equipment as low as possible. Now that the world economy is in freefall, these companies are trying to cut back even further on their budgets as they try to make ends meet. More of these companies are turning to buying used CNC machines such as lathes, bar feeders and many other pieces of the equipment they have to have to stay in business. However, while buying used equipment may seem like a good idea there are some tips that you can follow that will help make it a good idea.

The most important tip is that you need to take a very close look the overall condition of the used CNC machines you plan to buy as many of them are sold are sold without any kind of warranty to back them up if something goes wrong. This means that you are buying the machinery without ever having seen it actually, run unless you are buying it directly from the original owner and can go to their facility to see it in action.
In most cases you will be buying the used CNC machines from a company that deals in used manufacturing equipment and has the equipment stored in a warehouse ready to be delivered to the first customer who agrees to buy it. While they may be able to tell you where it came from and that it worked when it was taken out of service, they may or may not be able to guarantee that it actually works.

When you are looking at used CNC machines there are several things you can look at that can help you make the best choices and reduce the chance of getting stuck with a lemon. You can start by looking at the manufacturing plate to find the date of manufacture; you can look at the operators console to see how many operating hours are recorded to give you an idea how long the machine has been in service.
You should make a thorough visual inspection of the equipment to see if there any obvious signs of damage, leaks or abuse.

You might also be able to tell a lot about used CNC machines by the type of company that they come from. If it was a heavy manufacturing facility, you can assume they have had a hard life, if on the other hand it was a testing and research facility or a small machine shop you may be latching on to a real gem. The best way to ensure that you are going to get a good deal is to take you time and look around at what is available before you invest in your next piece of CNC equipment.

At Superior Machinery you will find a full range of used machinery that makes it easy to find everything you need to re-equip your facility at prices that are well within your budget. The search the country in search of the best surplus equipment available, if you do not see what you are looking for you can contact them and they will do their best to locate it for you.

Tuesday, September 7, 2010

Finding a Large Selection of CNC Machinery is Easy with Superior Machinery

Finding a company that has a large selection of CNC machinery is half the battle.  Your overall goal shouldn't be finding only what you need right now, but a website that you can continue to shop from in the future. Superior Machinery is such a company; they have a large selection of CNC Machinery and Used Equipment and also offers help finding a particular piece of machinery if is not currently available in their large inventory.  The second half of the battle is to find a used machinery company that can provide you with an instant quote.  Your time is valuable and getting the information you need as quickly as possible is what Superior Machinery is all about.  Check them out today, bookmark them and sign up for email alerts, Twitter alerts or facebook posts to get the latest in Used Machinery and Equipment.

Sunday, August 22, 2010

LATHES, CNC, 2-AXIS, UNIVERSAL 2008 Romi M20 X 80, Machine # 5277







Reference #:
5277
Machine Type:CNC Lathes
Year:2008
Manufacturer:Romi
Model:M20 X 80
Control:Fanuc 21iT
Condition:Excellent
Under Power:Yes
Code:L2150

Capacity:

  • Chuck Size: 15"
  • Swing Over Bed Ways: 20"
  • Swing over Carriage Wings: 17.72”
  • Swing Over Cross Slide: 10"
  • Distance Between Centers: 82.52”
  • Bed Width: 13.4”
  • Bed Height: 12.6”

Spindle:

  • Speeds: 3-2,200 rpm
  • Bore: 2.56”
  • Bar Capacity: 210 FtLbs.
  • Torque: A2-6”
  • Main Motor: 15 HP
  • Full Horsepower at: 375 RPM

Tool Post:

  • Number of Positions: 4
  • X-Axis Travel: 11.02”
  • Z-Axis Travel: 81.34”

Tailstock:

  • Stroke of Quill: 5.11”
  • Quil Diameter: 3.15”
  • Quill Taper: 4 MT
  • Tang Slot: Cast In
  • Tool Knock Out: Yes

Rapids:

  • Rapid Traverse (X & Z ): 295 & 394 IPM

Accuracy:

  • X-Axis Repeatability: .0002”
  • Z-Axis Repeatability: .0002”/ 300mm

Coolant System:

  • Pump: .16 HP
  • Reservoirs: 27.3 Gallons

Equipped With:

  • GE Fanuc 21iT Control with Manual Guidance software
  • Tailstock with manual quill and dual position clamps
  • 12” Chuck
  • 15” Chuck
  • Electrical Transformer, 3 taps, (200-480V, 50/60 Hz, 25 KVA)
  • Rigid Tapping




For more info call, write or email:

Telephone
989-770-4827
FAX
989-770-4873
Postal address
Superior Machinery
1485 W. Rathbun Rd.
Burt, Michigan 48417-9644
Electronic mail

Thursday, August 19, 2010

EDM - SINKER, Hansvedt 1500E, Machine # 5268 - New Inventory

EDM - SINKER, Hansvedt 1500E, Machine # 5268 - New Inventory at Superior Machinery.





Reference #:5268
Machine Type:EDM
Year:
Manufacturer:Hansvedt
Model:1500E
Control:
Condition:Excellent
Under Power:Yes
Code:E2400

Power Supply:

  • Power Supply: 30 A
  • Electrics: 234 VAC/60/1 Ph

Equipped With:

  • SM - 155 Booster Module (20 amp) sn 155-82E
  • Some tooling and Poco graphite

Comments:

  • Condition: excellent




For more info call, write or email:

Telephone
989-770-4827
FAX
989-770-4873
Postal address
Superior Machinery
1485 W. Rathbun Rd.
Burt, Michigan 48417-9644
Electronic mail



1997 Trumpf Trumatic L2503E, Laser - New Inventory

1997 Trumpf Trumatic L2503E, Machine # 5270 get an instant quote now at Superior Machinery.



Reference #:5270
Machine Type:Lasers
Year:1997
Manufacturer:Trumpf
Model:Trumatic L2503E
Control:
Condition:Good
Under Power:Yes
Code:L0850

Capacity:

  • Wattage: 2600 Watts
  • Sheet Length: 120"
  • Sheet Width: 60"
  • Number of Tables: Two
  • Machine Positioning Design: Flying optics
  • X-Axis Travel: 61"
  • Y-Axis Travel: 121"
  • Z-Axis Travel: 4"
  • Rapid Traverse Rate: 2362 ipm
  • Approximate Weight: 26,000 Lbs

Equipped With:

  • Two (2) 60" x 120" pallets with automatic pallet shuttle
  • 2600 Watt Resonator

Comments;

  • New resonator installed in 2008
  • New way bearings
  • New power supply
  • New bellows
  • New screw covers
  • All service has been performed by Trumpf technicians
  • Cuts well
For more info call, write or email:

Telephone
989-770-4827

FAX

989-770-4873

Postal address

Superior Machinery
1485 W. Rathbun Rd.
Burt, Michigan 48417-9644

Electronic mail

Sales: sales@superiormachinery.com

CNC Machines: A Manufacturing Revolution

What is a CNC Machine?  It is a machine used in manufacturing of machined parts usually mass manufacturing.  What does the acronym CNC stand for?  CNC means Computer Numerical Control and CNC machines have been used in manufacturing from the early 1970's.  The precursor to CNC machines was a similar machine called an NC machine, which stood for Numerical Control, e.g., it did not have the computer to program and store the machines movements.

If you are working in manufacturing, then you most likely will be dealing with a CNC machine on a regular basis.  CNC machines are used in almost every step of the manufacturing process; from drilling holes, turning, winding, milling, grinding, cutting and other fabrication processes.  Where to find CNC machines or equipment?  Superior Machinery buys and sells new and used CNC machinery on a regular basis.

The primary advantage of a CNC machine is that it is computer controlled.  No matter how many iterations used in the machining process, it is all programmed and controlled by its computer eliminating most if not all of the manual work otherwise associated with conventional machines.  CNC machines have several advantages:

  •           more efficient (reduces manual labor)
  •          produces consistent quality (reduces mistakes or scrap)
  •          is more productive (reduces time to manufacture parts)
  •          and many other advantages not listed


CNC machines come in many forms
CNC is involved is almost every facet of manufacturing where the machining processes have been improved or enhanced through the use of CNC technology.  Below is a list of some CNC machines used for manufacturing and most of these are available through Superior Machinery as used and new equipment:

  •  CNC Turning Centers include all kinds of turning operations like facing, boring, turning, grooving, knurling, and threading.
  •  CNC Machining Centers  which can be CNC Horizontals / CNC Verticals include all kinds of milling (face milling, contour milling, slot milling, etc.), drilling, tapping, reaming, boring, and counter boring.
  • CNC Milling Machines, CNC Drill and Tap Centers, and CNC lathes are variations of the CNC Turning Centers and CNC Machining Centers.
  • CNC grinders perform a variety of grinding operations like outside diameter (OD) grinding and internal diameter (ID) grinding and Contour grinding.
  • CNC Electrical discharge machining (EDM) or CNC EDM is the process of removing metal through the use of electrical sparks which burn away the metal.