The road development industry is set to benefit from a new class of milling machine developed by Volvo, it is claimed.

According to acppubs.com, the Volvo MT2000 and Volvo MW500 will be introduced, each with its own benefits and capabilities.

“The MT2000 is a four-track, front-load, half-lane milling machine powered by a 610 horsepower Tier 3 Cummins engine,” the website states, adding that it can run both 2,000 millimetre and 2,185 millimetre-wide drums.

By selecting the lower speed, the website claims users can experience a higher level of torque for deep-cut applications.

The MW500, on the other hand, is a utility-class milling machine, which cuts at a standard width of 500 millimetres, acppubs.com says.

Its compact size makes it ideal for intricate work, the website concludes.

http://www.machinetooldirect.co.uk/machine-tool-news/Volvo-introduces-new-CNC-milling-machines-2009-2-6.asp

The Hyper Quadrex 150 MSY is targeted at production of turned and machined workpieces from bar stock up to 2.56″ in diameter. It features two horizontally-opposed spindles for turning and C-axis control, plus two full-function tool turrets with X-, Y-, and Z-axis motions. It can be fitted with an automatic bar feeder and a robotic part unloader to create an integrated work cell for unattended machining of an industrial component. Each turret offers a full complement of 12 VDI-type tools, including 7.5 hp, 6,000-rpm live spindles for milling, drilling, and tapping operations. The twin turrets can operate independently or simultaneously on the same part for simultaneous machining of two features on the same part, or balanced machining strategies. In balanced cutting, two tools work together on the same feature such as rough and finish turning, rough and finish milling, or opposed feature drilling, tapping, or boring using the Y-axes. The Voice Advisor works in manual mode to verbally remind the operator through the Mazatrol Matrix CNC about selected switch settings and cautionary considerations. The Virtual Machining capability creates and executes an accurate 3D simulation of the cutting program to minimize test cuts and check for tool interferences right at the machine control. It features a 12.6″ swing, 11.4″ maximum machining diameter, and 24.4″ machining length. The main spindle is equipped with a 6″ chuck and C-axis control. Mazak Corp.

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