BOF 700 - Router A whole new standard in flexibility

A whole new standard in flexibilityThe growing complexity of customer requirements, new products and dwindling delivery periods call for a process engineering solution which is both flexible and efficient. The new BOF 700 gantry series addresses these demands with a whole new standard, combining high flexibility and high output for the first time in a gantry machine requiring a low financial investment. The unique flexibility achieved by the series is made possible by modular-based unit technology and the varied equipment possibilities offered by the gantry design. Coupled with the use of two independent processing tables and up to three processing units (profi line), the BOF 700 gantry series opens up exciting scope for above-average productivity, flexibility and quality.Save time with faster set-up periods .The special gantry design with its two independently operating processing tables and up to three independent processing units offers a number of decisive benefits: It is optionally possible to process two different workpieces simultaneously or to use the units in an alternating mode at the two tables without the need for a tool change. The benefit here lies in drastically reduced nonproductive and processing times.Save space through a compact gantry design Depending on your processing requirements, both tables can be used independently or in tandem mode: Either for alternating processing (while workpieces are positioned on one side, production is in full swing on the other), or for processing large-scale workpieces in a minimum of space. The gantry design cuts down on distances covered by the operator, as the work areas for the two tables are directly adjacent to each other. The patent-protected safety monitoring system eliminates the need for extra space allocated to safety devices or step mats. Alternating mode to minimize set-up timesAlternating mode to minimize set-up times With simultaneous workpiece changeover on one table and workpiece processing on the other, set-up times for workpiece changeover are eliminated.Individual mode and fast tool changeThe two spindles are deployed simultan to process a single workpiece.While one continues to work, the other spindle engages a new tool and moves into position, drastically reducing downtimes. For large workpieces, the two tables can be used together in tandem mode. Synchronous modeTwo spindles process two workpieces synchronously on one table which means that the output is doubled.Independent modeTwo or more spindles process different workpieces independently of each other on the two tables. This is also possible in conjunction with a 5-axis spindle. 5-axis spindlefor high-performance 3D processing operations afforded by direct access to the tool changer. Wide-ranging application possibilities, for example by exchanging saws for shift cuts, routing tools for engravings or for processing curved components.When used in combination with an additional spindle (see page 5), output can be maximized by processing several workpieces simultaneously. A drilling head with an extra dimensionThe modular structure of the drilling head optionally encompasses either 12 or 17 spindles. The double spindle bearings lend the drilling head greater resistance to stress. In addition, one or two adapter units can be mounted, allowing more tools to be used without any tool change, or it is possible to extend the number of vertical spindles up to 29. Downloads Brochure BOF 700 top ?Homag Group 2006 Imprint