Equipment Update

Originally Published EMDM May/June 2002

EQUIPMENT

The Ultracut Model EG618S, supplied by Everite Machine Products Co. (Philadelphia, PA, USA), is an electrochemical surface grinder designed for burr-free production. The unit's key advantage, according to the company, is its programmable touch screen interface, which makes the Ultracut suited for a wide range of applications and places less responsibility on the operator. The touch screen provides control for all machine functions and features on-screen instructions and error checking.

The Ultracut, which was displayed by Everite at the MD&M West show, is suited for the grinding of complex geometries, fragile workpieces, and thermosensitive materials. The unit has a work surface of 6 x 18 in. and features table travel of 21 in.

The grinding machine has no heat-affected zone, and operates without creating work hardening, a recast layer, or metallurgical damage. The unit features a low cutting force that eliminates heat stress and is reportedly faster than electric-discharge machines.

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