Many manufacturers recognize the need to perform preventive and predictive maintenance on critical machinery, but fail to dedicate the time and resources necessary to execute such programs. The Telescopic Ballbar Analysis is a non-invasive procedure which can be performed quickly, making it very cost-effective.
ATS uses Renishaw Telescoping Ballbar equipment to dynamically evaluate machine tools for mechanical integrity, geometric condition and electronic performance and tuning.
The results are analyzed and organized in an easy to understand report that includes recommended corrective actions. Ideally, the Telescopic Ballbar Analysis can be utilized as a predictive tool when performed on a periodic schedule. Over time, ATS can trend the data collected and monitor for unfavorable changes that will forewarn impending failures before they occur.
With an ATS Ballbar Analysis, vital information is available in less than three hours, with subsequent tests taking even less time. Telescopic Ballbar Analysis can benefit you in the following situations:
New/Rebuilt Machine Tool Acceptance:
This analysis can be used to evaluate a machine’s performance before signing a letter of acceptance.
New Products or Design Changes:
ATS can identify the machine accuracy within a work zone to determine if the machine will meet tolerances for new parts before scrap is cut.
After a Crash:
With a Telescopic Ballbar Analysis, we can quickly determine how much damage a crash has done to your machine tool.
As a Preventive/Predictive Maintenance Tool:
ATS can trend performance of machines at any interval to monitor the condition and predict anticipated failures.
Machine Relocations:
We can perform a pre-move and post-move analysis to ensure the condition of the machine is as good after the move as it was prior to the move.