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Posted By GavinR
Hi Guys,
I am writing to request some information regarding the guarding of Manual Milling Machines. We are currently reviewing guarding of these machines and need advice for installation of guards that would be suitable for:
1)Vertical Milling operations
2)Horizontal Milling Operations
3)Compound Angle Milling Operations
Standard swivel guards, table guards and cutter guards cannot be used due to the variety of jobs completed on the machines. We have contacted a guarding specialist and still having very little success. Has anyone can across this problem before and could maybe help? Work cannot be completed on the fully enclosed CNC milling machines due to the delicate and 'feel of touch' skill required for the designated works on these mills. CNCs don't give the operator any indication or feeling for the works so increasing the potential for damage and scrapping of very expensive product.
Thank you for your help.
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Posted By Barrie (Badger) Etter
Gavin
We like you have similar problem with manual milling m/c that until recently had no guards at all. To overcome this we modified x2 magnetic base units to carry a 'shield' each. This is a temporary solution as our guys reckon the specialist solution is too restrictive. So until you know who comes to visit I'll keep researching for something 'more suitable'.
Badger
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Posted By Barrie (Badger) Etter
I forgot to add that the magnetic bases are attached to the travelling bed when in use.
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