Granco Clark to showcase novel aluminium billet precision technologies at ET16, Chicago

Leading metal processing technology and equipment manufacturer Granco Clark, in their latest issue of quarterly newsletter- Precision, has updated on their four major technology inventions which they will be showcasing at this year’s ET16 to be held in Chicago from May 2-6.

Below are the important features and functionality of Granco’s aluminium billet precision technology solutions:

Granco Clark Hot Billet Saw

The Granco Clark Hot Billet Saw makes smooth, accurate cuts with no deformation. Maximizing an extrusion system’s efficiency, this saw cuts billets to the precise size required just before they enter the press cycle, eliminating the need to stock multiple-length billets.

This saw can deliver 100% log consumption. Its compensation-cut system “thinks ahead” and avoids unusable end segments that become instant scrap. Instead, it automatically cuts and stores a small piece. A patented gear transfers that piece back to the furnace between cutting cycles for subsequent use in a two-piece billet.

The Hot Billet Saw can be integrated with Fusionbond® technology from Granco Clark to displace air between segments of two-piece billets and avoid profile imperfections. It also alleviates billet-handling issues as two-piece billets are fused together, acting like one billet.

Granco Clark Precision Finish Saw

The computerized Granco Clark Precision Finish Saw is called the industry’s most-productive saw due to its speed, accuracy, reliability, safety, and ease of use. Cut lengths, straightness, squareness, parallelism, and surface microfinish are all delivered within the closest tolerances. High-speed cutting stroke rates and he back gauge advance/return speeds are fast enough to double typical productivity.

The Precision Finish Saw also features an externally mounted encoder to track positioning information, a hitch-feed feature to prevent back rake against cut parts, and an Allen Bradley controller capable of storing cutting parameters for over 500 part numbers.

Granco Clark On-Demand Billet Saw

The Granco Clark On-Demand Billet Saw is a reliable, economical billet-cutting solution that typically is used off-line or in-line before the furnace. This rugged circular saw delivers a clean, square cut. To maximize metal usage, the saw is available with automatic compensation cutting. Short pieces are automatically paired to create the billet length needed, with virtually no air entrapment between pieces.

Granco Clark Extrusion Cutoff Saws

Granco Clark Extrusion Cutoff Saws are large- capacity, high-quality, high-performance saws that provide extremely close tolerances and an excellent surface finish. They’re durable, low maintenance, and designed for safety.

By recommending and installing the right equipment – and training and supporting customers – Granco Clark has earned a record of more successful extrusion installations than any other company in North America.