As an expert in the global trade and B2B marketing field with over 20 years of experience, I've witnessed the rapid development of the shoe mold manufacturing industry. Today, I'm excited to share my in - depth insights into the practical application of the automatic tool - changing system in five - axis milling machines for foreign trade shoe mold processing, specifically focusing on the DC6060A five - axis shoe sole mold milling machine from Ningbo Kaibo CNC Machinery Co., Ltd.
In the shoe mold manufacturing industry, frequent tool changes are a common challenge. According to industry research, traditional shoe mold processing methods often result in an average of 30% of the total processing time being wasted on tool changes and equipment downtime. This not only reduces production efficiency but also increases labor costs. For example, a shoe mold manufacturing company in Italy had to stop the machine every 2 - 3 hours for tool changes, resulting in a significant slowdown in production speed and a decrease in product accuracy.
The automatic tool - changing system (ATC) plays a crucial role in enhancing processing continuity and production efficiency. By implementing an ATC, shoe mold manufacturing companies can reduce equipment downtime and human intervention. In the case of the DC6060A five - axis shoe sole mold milling machine, the ATC can reduce the average tool - changing time from 5 minutes to less than 1 minute, which means that the machine can operate continuously for a longer time, increasing the daily production capacity by about 20%.
When it comes to the tool magazine, the arm - type tool magazine used in the DC6060A has significant advantages over the drum - type tool magazine. The arm - type tool magazine has a more compact structure and a faster tool - changing speed. It can complete a tool - changing operation in about 6 - 8 seconds, while the drum - type tool magazine usually takes 10 - 15 seconds. This difference in speed can have a substantial impact on overall production efficiency, especially in high - volume shoe mold manufacturing.
The tool - changing logic process includes tool identification, path planning, and tool - changing action execution. The DC6060A uses advanced sensors and algorithms to accurately identify the required tool. Once the tool is identified, the system plans the optimal tool - changing path to minimize the movement time of the tool magazine and the spindle. For example, through path optimization, the tool - changing path can be shortened by about 15%, further reducing the tool - changing time.
Proper operation and parameter settings are essential for the efficient operation of the ATC. In the DC6060A, operators need to set the tool - changing parameters, such as the tool - changing speed, tool - changing delay time, etc. They also need to calibrate the tool position coordinates and optimize the tool - changing path. By following the correct operation steps, users can ensure the stability and accuracy of the tool - changing process. For instance, by adjusting the tool - changing speed parameter, the tool - changing process can be made smoother, reducing the vibration of the machine and improving the processing quality.
Even with a well - designed ATC, faults may occur. Common tool - changing faults include tool clamping failure, tool identification errors, etc. In this article, we will provide a detailed troubleshooting guide. For example, if a tool clamping failure occurs, we can first check the hydraulic pressure of the tool clamping system. If the hydraulic pressure is insufficient, it may be caused by a leak in the hydraulic pipeline. By identifying and solving these problems in a timely manner, the normal operation of the machine can be ensured.
In conclusion, the automatic tool - changing system in the five - axis shoe mold milling machine can significantly reduce equipment downtime, improve production efficiency, and enhance product quality. By fully utilizing the advantages of the ATC, shoe mold manufacturing companies can increase their market competitiveness. If you want to learn more about the operation and maintenance of the five - axis milling machine ATC, immediately obtain the "Five - Axis Milling Machine ATC Debugging Manual" PDF version.
