Fast removal with Breton Matrix 1000/2T Dynamix

The gantry machining center with moving cross beam  Matrix 1000/2T Dynamix was designed and built to respond to high-speed machining requirements in mold-and-die and styling applications. 

Conceived for large complex parts, with its distinctive properties of rigidity and dynamics, it can handle several types of parts at the highest speed, with excellent removal capacity. 

The speed of linear axes up to 60 m/min, the Direct Drive head with rotation speed up to 100 RPM and the C axis with continuous rotation offer outstanding capabilities for profiling complex workpieces with 5 continuous axes ensuring and guaranteeing maximum machining precision and performance.  

The direct drive twist head, which can be positioned at any angle thanks to the powerful hydraulic brakes, uses fitting spindles up to 40 kW, with 51 or 10 Nm torque and rotational speed up to 28,000 RPM. 

Different configuration options – with Z from 1,000 mm, X from 2,200 mm and Y from 2,500 to 6,000 mm – offer the perfect solution for machining medium and large size workpieces in steel, aluminum, resin and composite materials.

The closed structure and drive assemblies mounted on the top part of Matrix 1000/2T Dynamix ensure maximum operator safety and maximum machining precision and reliability. 

Machining precision and quality are further enhanced by the thermal symmetry of the machine structure and by the thermal stabilizing system, which stabilizes the temperature of the ball nuts, Z-axis bearings and axis drives, and maintains it at the same temperature of the machine structure during high-speed machining operations.
Click here for additional info about Matrix 1000/2T Dynamix.
Write to mail@breton.it to ask for an estimate
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Breton at GEAR FORUM & MECSPE - Parma

Good morning,
I wish to thank all those who attended GEAR FORUM and visited Breton stand at MECSPE in Parma.

I visited MECSPE last Thursday (March 21st) and I must admit that I didn’t expect to see so many people. Both the Pavilions 5 and 6 were crowded.

The vertical machining centre XCEEDER 900RT was exhibited at Breton stand while machining a bevel gear with helical teeth.

 GEAR FORUM took place on Wednesday and Thursday (March 20th and 21st) and was also visited by many people interested in the production of gears.
Mr. Corletto briefly introduced Breton, while Ms. Dotto explained the new Breton method for producing large-sized gears using CNC machines with 5 interpolated axes holding simple cutters available on the market.

Here you can find the complete presentation of  Breton GEARI I hope I gave you some useful information concerning our activity in the gear sector.
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As of today, gears are produced in a short while

Hello,
Sorry to insist on speaking about gears, but I’m sure that Breton system for the design, programming and production of gears is a real R-E-V-O-L-U-T-I-O-N. 

To this end, enjoy this short introductory video.


Have a nice day
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First impressions on BIMU 2012 fair

Good morning
Yesterday I visited BIMU in Milan and I must admit there was a breath of fresh air since I noticed more visitors and a greater interest with respect to the 2010 edition.
A lot of people visited Breton stand (Pavilion 9, stand D15) and were very interested in: 
the NEW Matrix 1000 DYNAMIC, 
NEW gear machining system, 
and in all the different workpieces manufactured by our machining centres we exhibited.
Here you can see some pictures I’ve just downloaded from my camera. 

 Matrix 1000 DYNAMIC

NEW gear machining system

Workpieces manufactured

Next week we will go more deeply into these issues.
Have a nice weekend

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Breton EAGLE - Rough Trocoidal test

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NEW high-speed vertical machining centre Breton Matrix DYNAMIC

Matrix DYNAMIC is the ideal solution for applications in the aeronautical and automotive sectors, for molding and design.

The unique rigidity and dynamic positioning mean the machine can be used with a variety of components at the highest operating speeds and maximum machining capacity.

The Matrix DYNAMIC in fact, thanks to the high speed of the linear axes up to 60 m/min and Direct Drive head, with a max. rotation speed of 100 rpm and continuous C-axis rotation, offers truly unique machining qualities on complex sections thanks to the 5 continuous axes providing the highest dynamic precision.

The continuous direct drive bi-rotary head, which can be positioned at any angle in its operating field thanks to the powerful hydraulic brakes, lets you use continuous spindle outputs up to 40 kW (51 Nm or 100 Nm) at speeds of up to 28,000 rpm, giving the machine a notablemilling capacity.

The different configurations of the Matrix Dynamix (Z=1000, X = 2,200, Y from 2,500 mm to 4,000 mm,) make the machine perfect for machining medium and large workpieces made of steel, aluminium, resin and composite materials.

The full casing and kinematic mechanisms located at the top of the machine make it extremely safe for the operator to use with the greatest reliability and accuracy during machining.

The high quality and accuracy of the machining are also a result of the thermo-symmetry of the structure with a thermal stabilization system for the ball nuts, Z-axis bearings and axis drives, to keep the temperature of these components in line with that of the rest of the machine.

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Several Video about Breton Open House 2012

 
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Breton ULTRIX grinding gear wheel

For more info click HERE

Happy holidays to all 
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The photos of the Breton Open House 2012 can be found on Facebook profile: Bretonspa

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Thinking differently the gears manufacturing

Being able to cut high-precision tooth profiles is of primary importance in gear cutting. Traditional processes (using "gear hobbers") involve some fundamental limits, both in the design and prototype phase, as well as when cutting the gear.

These systems are competitive only for large production runs, but are unsuitable for the production of prototypes or for small scale production (often the case with big gears) as the tools are very expensive, with long supply lead times, and the geometric refinement of the toothing (done by applying geometric micro-deviations to the theoretical tooth profile) is usually an extremely time-consuming process.

5-axis machining centre aren't affected by these limits as they use standard (cylindrical, toric or spherical) tools, and the development/prototyping processing is done using very precise software of the latest generation.

Breton's experience with 5-axis machine tools, precision mechanics and in the aerospace industry, has helped the company make a name for itself in the gear-cutting sector as a reliable and decisive partner, offering professional and innovative services.

In partnership with KISSSOFT - a leader in mechanical engineering software - we've developed the Breton Gear Design, a third generation geometry tool, guaranteeing the greatest accuracy and reliability.

Breton also developed the Breton Gear Cam, a CAM tool, so you can use just the right tool and strategy for every machining process.

This has been the approach with the Ultrix (tilting turning bench), Maxima and Titan (gantry and large-size turning bench) numeric controls, for an integrated turning, milling and tooth-cutting process, with pre and post heat treatment of medium-large gears (up to 2500 mm for one-piece gears).

The solution developed by Breton makes it possible for gear designers to design and produce gears quickly, using traditional 5-axis numeric controls, with excellent results:
- cylindrical gears with straight-cut or helical-cut teeth
- herringbone gears
- bevel gears with straight-cut and spiral-cut teeth in the most common geometries
- face gears for orthogonal drive trains
- skew-axis gears

As in the past, Breton puts its know-how and experience at the customer's service, developing innovative solutions destined to leave their mark in time.

For more INFO write at mail@breton.it. 

We’ll get back to you promptly.
Thank you for the attention and best regards.

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Breton Open House 2012

We perfectly know how important it is nowadays to be competitive, to make the most of the challenges the ever-demanding market throws down each day.

To do so, it's essential to use modern high-tech production systems, and keep constantly up-to-date with the latest technological developments.
It will therefore be an honour for me to welcome you on the 5th, 6th and 7th of July to show you some of the latest, interesting innovations in our works, with machining cells running specific applications for the aerospace, energy, automotive and transmission sectors. 16 installations, each with a high level of customization and the most innovative, efficient accessories.
For me, and the rest of the Breton staff, it will be a pleasure to welcome you.
Best regards
Luca Toncelli
President of Breton Spa

Don't miss:
Special materials such as carbon, resins, and fibres require specifically configured machines like the EAGLE range of machining centres, examples of which will be on show with fully-functional machines and detailed structural views.  

The XCEEDER 900RT 5-axis trochoidal machines also offer a solution for increasing productivity and reducing consumption.  

The reduction in setup times makes all the difference. You won’t believe how fast it is to change pallets on the FLYMILL gantries, the compact XCEEDER 900 RT, or how efficient it is to change the tool automatically on the ULTRIX 800 RT lathe-milling machine.

Not only is there a reduction in setup times, but also an exceptional increase in part accuracy and flexibility as on the MAXIMA 2000 K60, the big 5-axis turn-mill gantry.   

There have been new breakthroughs in the machining of gears and transmissions, thanks to the new Breton technological packages, which you'll be able to see at work on 2 ULTRIX 1000 RT machines.  

What's more, we'll be presenting the new version of our best seller, the MATRIX machine, a true evolution in design and performance.



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