GF Machining Solutions

Tire Mold Solutions

HPM 800U HDDedicated Tire Mold Technology

The HPM machines are intended for the universal production of high quality parts with 3, 4 or 5 axes.State of the art motor spindles, directly driven circular and swivelling axes and stable construction procide the ideal conditions for economical and accurate machining with modern tools.

Great attention has been paid to the chip flow in the working area. Sharply inclining side walls direct the chips reliably into the machine bed. The chips are then transported on two spiral chip conveyors to a highly efficient lift up conveyor system.

The doors can be opened wide toenable unrestricted access to theworking area. The protecting glass windows offer a unrestricted view of the machining process. Whatever options the MIKRON HPM is equipped with, maximum accessibility is always ensured. The work table, pallet andtool magazine, as well as chip removal are easily accessible, including themaintenance units. Naturally, the work table can be loaded via crane.

With the latest generation of theHeidenhain iTNC 530 and a clearly laid out operator desk, the MIKRON HPM 600U and HPM 800U are processconsistent and user-friendly machining centers.

+Process consistency & safe operation of predefined work cycles+Ethernet connection for rapid CAM data flow+Easy dialog-controlled programming+Parallel programming, unrestricted contour programming, freely definable sub programming

Whichever machine configuration youchoose, with a MIKRON HPM you getthe most state-of-the-art tool spindletechnology: vector control for fulltorque in the lower speed range,highly stable ceramic hybrid spindlebearing, and spindle casing coolingusing a controlled coolant system forconsistent temperatures for the entireduration of the work.

Optimum chip management

Digital Heidenhain control system

Hightech Spindles

Machine Ergonomics

Our LASER 1200 5Ax five-axis Laser texturing machine boast features dedicated to texturing molds for tire sidewalls. A highly rigid mechanical concept with cast iron construction for exceptional positioning accuracy make the LASER 1200 5Ax the solution of choice for accurate texturing of large tire molds.Capable of texturing pieces up to 1600 mm in diameter, the LASER 1200 5Ax boasts oversize doors for easy part loading by an overhead crane.

Texturing is digitized with a bitmap gray scale of the image to be applied, and can be created in house or derived from any natural surface by reverse engineering with a 3D scanner. Further special, holographic effects can be reproduced on the tire itself, allowing our texture, logo or message to change under various lighting conditions.GF Machining Solutions’ LASER 1200 5Ax makes it easy to apply your lettering, for example, along the diameter of a tire mold. Our solution allows you to highlight the text or symbol of your choice on the tires as a point of differentiation. The result : end products that set your tires apart from your competition.

Outstanding workpiece capabilities for applications

Differentiate your products with your own textures

AgieCharmilles Laser 1200 5AxDedicated Tire Mold Technology

GF Machining Solutions LASER CAM and LASER Design software makes the application of lettering, drawings or textures on curved mold surfaces and the diameter of the mold intuitive and effortless.Using the software’s preview feature, you immediately see how your design will be executed. As a result, guess work is eliminated. What you see is what you get.The included software package allows you to create or import any texture you need, including geometric forms or continuous textures like animal skins, for example.

Software engraving & Texturing Setup.

An integrated rotary axis allows for 360-degree rotation of workpieces weighing up to 3750 pounds – and exceptional feature where texturing of large, heavy tire sidewall molds is concerned. In addition, the LASER 1200 5Ax ensures accurate positioning in rotation (0.97 arc second).Accuracy is confirmed by a Tonic T2000 encoder on the machine and repositioning after any premachining is ensured thanks to this feature. Insertion in the roduction process is guaranteed at any time.

Integrated rotary axis for highest accuracy

Quality Swiss manufacturingDue in large part to Swiss qualitymanufacturing and the highest quality flat precision grinding of the guiding and assembly surfaces, the CUT Sp series is built for long-lasting precision that remains unchanged after years of use.

Specifications and Key FeaturesPuzzle molds which are made up of numberous segments is made easier by using Wire EDM to machine the ventilation grooves. This allows air exhauestion through micro gaps between individual segments, but not the liquified rubber.

+Active thermo stablization for highest precision.+High precision linear glass scales on the X, Y, Z, U, V axes.+Easy and intuitive CUT HMI (Human Machine Interface) CNC.+Collision protection on all axis.+Auxiliary axis interface options for maximum flexibility.+In process inspection options for process traceability.

AgieCharmilles Cut 400 SpDedicated Mold Technology

System 3R Tooling & Automation

GF Machining Solutions Automation includes Automation systems and system software for configuring machine tools, recording and exchanging data between various system components, as well as tooling for fixing workpieces and tools. GF Machining Solutions Automation solutions help customers achieve increased process control, greater efficiency and faster time to market.

Transformer:A scalable automation solution for various types of machines. Whatever the automation requirement, the Transformer can be tailored to serve your needs.+Begin with a single machine and small magazine capacity.+Add a second machine and a rotary magazine for more capacity.+Extend the rails and place the Transformer on rails and add magazine capacity to serve addition machines. +Diversify your cell by mixing technologies (ie. Milling, EDM, Laser)+Save yourself time and money by adding work stations, draining, cleaning stations, loading station and much more. +Manage your cell remotely by creating, executing, monitoring and running statistics on your process.

Privilege Club: The new standard in customer satisfaction. As the first program of its kind in the industry, Privilege Club rewards customers with valuable exclusive benefits. All GF Machining Solutions customers are immediately eligible to participate in the program through automatic enrollment. For every dollar you invest in consumables and wear parts, you will earn one Privilege Club point. These points can be used to improve your productivity and lower costs.

Club Access:Privilege Club not only rewards you with points to use towards future purchases of good and services; it also provides you with tools to maximize your efficiency.

Once you complete the quick and easy Privilege Club online registration pro-cess, you will gain secure access to your account, as well as additional resources including:+ Personal account information+ Privilege points and rewards+ Customer workshops+ Customer services+ Machine enhancements+ Consumables and service alternativesTracking your account status is as simple as logging on to our Privilege Club website. It’s free, secure and up-to-date with your current account information.

Privilege Club

Training:100% performance is a must. Without the proper training and support, your machine’s potential drops 50% on average. To ensure machine from GF Machining Solutions is meeting its full potential, your operators must gain the expertise needed to capitalize on its capabilities. GF Machining Solutions training programs will transform your employees into productive and motivated experts.

Maintenance Program:+Maintains the value of your equipment+Ensures maximum service life of your investment+Offers comprehensive evaluation and adjustment of your machine+Employs over 100 maintenance technicians locally and nearly 700 world wide+Real-time, web-based links to all GF

Your take away

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CastingMetallic Mold

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Assembling MoldSegments

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Mold Machining

Direct Machining

+ Direct machining avoids a significant part of the processes compared to casting+ However the mold being a positive or a negative, this still requires Milling, EDM and laser technologies

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GF Machining Solutions

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A complete solutions provider

GF Machining Solutions is the world's leading provider of machines, automation solutions and services to the tool and moldmaking industry and to manufacturers of precision components. The product range includes: electric discharge machines, high-speed and high performance milling machines, and laser texturing machines as well as clamping and palletization systems, services, spare parts and expendable parts, consumables and automation solutions. High precision tools and molds are the competitive edge in the serial manufacture of demanding consumer goods.

As a globally active company, GF Machining Solutions is part of the Swiss Georg Fischer Group and has 50 sites worldwide. Its 2,873 employees generated sales of CHF 867 million in 2013.

GF Machining Solutions at a Glance

HPM 800U HD

Laser 1200 5 Ax

Cut 400 Sp

System 3R Transformer

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GF Machining Solutions560 Bond St.Lincolnshire, IL 60069United States

Phone: 847.913.5300Email: Info.gfms.us@georgfischer.comWeb: www.gfms.com/us

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