Utilizing New Portable 4-Axis CNC Thread Milling Machine Provides Reduction in Machining Time and Significant Job Cost Reduction
Category: Forging & Metal Forming
Method(s) Used: On-Site Machining
Location: Indiana
During a recent forging press outage, In-Place Machining Company (IPM) was asked to provide repair services to two M48x3 holes in the bedplate and two inverted M78x4 holes in the ram of the press. IPM utilized its new portable 4-axis CNC thread milling machine onsite and mobilized the team after meticulous planning and process testing to ensure the project stayed on track. As a result, IPM completed the repairs, thread milling, and high-precision machining within the required 9-day shutdown schedule with both time and cost savings for the customer.
The Right Tool for the Job
IPM’s new portable 4-axis CNC thread milling machine allows for fast and efficient on-site removal of damaged hardware and precision threading with demanding applications. It can be mounted in any orientation including in an inverted position and in areas with very tight clearance.
The IPM CNC thread milling machine is built specifically for precise and accurate milling and threading large holes – over 2” and without a need for mockups, guide bushings, large taps, and additional tooling. Using this innovative equipment provided 30-40% reduction in machining time per hole and a 50-60% overall job cost reduction. Additionally, its portability allows for expedited job site mobilization.
The new CNC thread milling machine is an excellent addition to IPM’s portfolio of equipment and processes to meet high-capacity and high-precision drilling, boring, and tapping with stringent requirements.
