Tire Mold Applications for EDM - Wire and Die Sinking - GF Machining Solutions AgieCharmilles

1. GF Machining Solutions
Tire Mold Solutions

2. HPM 800U HD
Dedicated 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 to
enable unrestricted access to the
working 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 and
tool magazine, as well as chip removal
are easily accessible, including the
maintenance units. Naturally, the work
table can be loaded via crane.
With the latest generation of the
Heidenhain iTNC 530 and a clearly laid
out operator desk, the MIKRON HPM
600U and HPM 800U are process
consistent 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 you
choose, with a MIKRON HPM you get
the most state-of-the-art tool spindle
technology: vector control for full
torque in the lower speed range,
highly stable ceramic hybrid spindle
bearing, and spindle casing cooling
using a controlled coolant system for
consistent temperatures for the entire
duration of the work.
Optimum chip management
Digital Heidenhain control system
Hightech Spindles
Machine Ergonomics

4. 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 5Ax
Dedicated Tire Mold Technology

5. 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

6. Quality Swiss manufacturing
Due in large part to Swiss quality
manufacturing 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 Features
Puzzle 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 Sp
Dedicated Mold Technology

7. 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.

8. 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 alternatives
Tracking 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

9. 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

10. Your take away
3D Positive Mold
Machining
Casting
Rubber Patterns
Casting
Metallic Mold
Segments
Engraving
Logos and
Information
Inspection
and Quality
Control
Assembling Mold
Segments
3D CAD
Model
Construction
3D Negative
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
EDM
Milling
Laser
Tooling
Automation
Software
Process
Expertise
Services
GF Machining Solutions
Your global solutions partner delivering complete systems as a sole provider
A complete solutions provider

11. 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

12. At Your Service
GF Machining Solutions
560 Bond St.
Lincolnshire, IL 60069
United States
Phone: 847.913.5300
Email: Info.gfms.us@georgfischer.com
Web: www.gfms.com/us
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