Machine tools

Description

The University seeks to purchase 3 x machine tools that will support the AMRC's research into gear cutting technologies for multifunctional machine tools, including power skiving, hobbing, shaping, broaching and milling. AMRC's focus is on demonstrating opportunities for improved quality and accuracy in manufacture using single part setup for multiple operations. As the machines will be utilised for research projects rather than production, the usage will be subject to frequent change to suit different projects. The solution should therefore be readily and rapidly changeable to work on multiple applications. The machine tools will allow manufacture of components in various materials, particularly including alloy steels, stainless steels, aluminium and nickel-based super alloys, as well as metal matrix composites and polymer composites. The equipment should allow for machining with high pressure coolant of various types, as well as dry cutting. The supply, installation and commissioning of a High Precision twin spindle turn-mill machine tool for use in manufacturing research, particularly of gear and transmission components for the aerospace, automotive and energy industries. The supply, installation and commissioning of a heavy duty twin spindle turn-mill machine tool solution for use in manufacturing research, particularly of driveshaft and transmission components for the aerospace, automotive and energy industries. The machine tool will allow manufacture of components in various materials, particularly including alloy steels, stainless steels, aluminium and nickel-based super-alloys, as well as metal matrix composites and polymer composites. This machine will be particularly heavy duty and focussed on high material removal rates with hardened materials and forgings, given a focus on driveshaft components.