- Tightest Tolerances.0005¡±
- Product NameCopier Frame
- Material UsedAluminum
Beginning with our design team, we took the concept which was created in solid geometry, analyzed it to suggest modifications to assist in the casting process, then the changes were incorporated heading off future casting issues. The designer then created the complete pattern tool in solids directly from the supplied geometry eliminating any misrepresentation or errors. The job was released to the shop, programmed, CNC machined and prepared for the foundry in our Pattern shop, brought to foundry to be cast in a 356 aluminum alloy then T6 heat treated. At this point the customer had an option to see and approve the raw casting prior to secondary machining. Once the project had met expectations from our customer, and our Quality Control team, the castings were approved to move through our secondary machining centers. Using a large 32" x 64" x 30" 4-axis vertical machining center, the critical areas were machined and fully inspected with our DCC-CMMs and quality control team. Final assembly including dowel pins, threaded inserts and separate steel add-ons were completed. Having the ability to handle all these tasks in-house, we were able to push the product through all necessary steps and deliver the parts within the 5 week delivery period.