IMPROVE YOUR CENTERLESS

GRINDING OPERATIONS

8 tips for

better

machine

performance

A clean

machine is a

happy

machine

Dirty or contaminated coolant can cause a number of problems

for your centerless grinder, including diminished part quality,

surface finish problems, increased machine maintenance and

shortened tooling, component and machine life, as well as safety

risks for operators exposed to bacteria-ridden fluids.

Eliminate the additional costs

and worry of unplanned and

costly service by scheduling

regular machine maintenance

and upkeep. Preventive

maintenance on your

centerless grinding machine

will reduce downtime,

decrease emergency repairs,

diminish scrap and enhance

productivity, ultimately

maximizing your machine’s

return on investment.

Regular checkups are important

• Machine Features: A little planning

goes a long way

To prevent extended downtime when your machine needs a

new part, it’s important to know which parts you should keep on

the shelf, just in case. List all the spare parts you might need at

some point and assign each one a letter – A, B or C:

A. Parts that can be purchased at a local hardware store

B. Parts that the machine supplier has on the shelf and can

deliver in 24 hours

C. Items that are part-specific to your machine or product, or

items your supplier does not stock. These are the ones

you should stock.

Pick the right grinding wheel for your

centerless machine. Proper wheel

selection effects part size, part quality,

surface finish requirements, and machine

production. Pick the right wheel and

you’ll enjoy lower costs and increased

machine output.

Avoid an

unneccessarily

bumpy ride

• Machine Features:

Line ‘em upBe sure that your tooling is properly aligned. Proper size and

surface finish depend on the placement of your part between the

grinding wheel and the regulating wheel. Misaligned tooling

will lead to bad parts, which make their way onto the scrap heap

and add cost to your manufacturing process.

• Machine Features:

Don’t put

off the oil

changeAs swarf accumulates in hydraulic oil, your Babbit bearings will

be at risk for damage. These soft, pliable bearings will eventually

become embedded with swarf, leading to bearing failure and

subsequent engine lockup. Dirty hydraulic oil also damages

critical machine components such as machine spindles.

Assign chores

Be sure to show operators how to

complete and regularly perform these

tasks:

1. Check the level of coolant in the

coolant tank

2. Remove all swarf and debris from

machinery

3. Check for any abnormal noise, oil

leakage or heating of motors

4. Ensure that the hydraulic oil is

clean

5. Ensure that the wheels are

dressed properly

Get the

swarf outCenterless grinder components

and swarf are not compatible.

A filtration system may be a

welcome addition to your

centerless grinder cell in

2016. Consult with your supplier

who will partner with you to

determine the most compatible

system.

Following these easy tips will ensure

better centerless grinding machine

performance for increased prosperity

and success.

Pocket the

savings

View more centerless

grinding tips:

• Installing a new centerless grinding wheel

• How technology can work for you in centerless grinding

• Safety considerations when working around centerless grinders –

Part 1, General safety measures

• Safety considerations when working around centerless grinders –

Part 2, Focus on the grinding wheel

• 3 ways to get more production out of your centerless grinder

• 3 ways to lower the cost of operating your centerless grinder

Learn about TGS’

centerless grinder

• TGS-CL-6020 centerless grinding machine overview• CNC centerless grinding machine specs• Grinding machine controls• Automation

www.totalgrindingsolutions.com

sales@totalgrindingsolutions.com

Tel. 001-734-604-3936

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