Mazak Multitasking Machine Enhances Precision With Grinding Capability

Source: Mazak Corp.

Mazak Corp.’s Integrex i-350S Neo multitasking machine is designed to provide high versatility, precision and efficiency. Building on Mazak’s “Done-in-One” concept, the Integrex i-350S Neo offers increased thermal stability and combines high-performance turning, milling, and, for the first time, grinding operations, along with advanced automation features.

The Integrex i-Neo Series of machines offers a wide range of automation solutions that meet diverse customer requirements. For applications utilizing overhead gantry loaders, unloaders or bar feed systems, the series provides a standard ergonomic front-mounted tool magazine that also provides seamless integration with automation. Mazak also offers the option to locate tool magazines at the rear of the machine along with optional retrofittable automatic front doors/robot interfaces that allow the machines to easily accommodate floor-mounted robots.

The Integrex i-350S Neo includes both a main and second turning spindle (S) and a milling spindle headstock. The main spindle accommodates a 10" chuck and features a Y-axis stroke of 12" (304.8 mm) and X-axis stroke of 27" (685.8 mm) for a maximum part diameter capacity of 26.38" (670 mm). Both the main and second turning spindles operate at 4,000 rpm, while the compact milling spindle comes standard as 12,000 rpm (24 hp/22 kW) and 20,000 rpm (24 hp/22 kW) as optional. The machine processes parts up to 59.80" (1,519 mm) long with a 1500 U-style bed and up to 98" (2489.2 mm) with a 2500 U-style bed.

The Integrex i-350S and i-350ST model Neo Series machines incorporate the latest Mazak Mazatrol SmoothAi CNC control technology. For fully optimized machining operations, the AI-powered technologies within the new Mazatrol SmoothAi control make for fast and easy programming as well as controlled spindle speed for reduced vibration and greater machine thermal stability.

These Mazak AI-powered technologies include Solid Mazatrol that allows users to automatically generate programs from 3D part models; Smooth Ai Spindle that automatically optimizes spindle speed based on sensor feedback to minimize machining vibration for superior part surface finishes; and Ai Thermal Shield that adapts to and learns from environmental changes to control the effects of heat on machining accuracy.

In addition to Smooth Technology solutions and control functions, the control also provides access to Mazak’s Mazatrol Twins software, which allows shops to create synchronized digital twins of real machines on their shop floors. The digital twin’s software solutions provide highly efficient machine operation through Smooth Project Manager that promotes efficient job setups and Smooth CAM Ai for an open and interactive interface for CAD/CAM software packages.