Automated Boring Solutions

ActiveEdge - Automatically adjustable boring tools

MAXIMISE OUTPUT. MINIMISE DOWNTIME.

ActiveEdge is Rigibore’s closed-loop boring system that automatically adjusts the cutting edge inside the machine, using measurement data from a gauge or probe to deliver consistent micron-level accuracy, reduced scrap and higher spindle-up time.

Do you have the following problems ? Trial cuts increasing cycle time, operator intervention causing variability and driving scrap and rework.  ActiveEdge removes this bottleneck.

Automating the adjustment process delivers increased productivity, lower production costs & improved operator safety.

ActiveEdge is micron accurate, integrates with the machine control, uses replaceable cartridges to ISO standard, does not require operators to enter the machine to adjust the cutting edge and can be easily maintained with no additional service charges.

 

 

Automated, wireless, micron-accurate boring tool adjustments

Real closed-loop boring – automatically adjusts the diameter using in-process measurement and probing.

Micron-level accuracy – Adjustments as fine as 1 micron on diameter.

Reduced scrap & rework – get the correct size on the first cut not the fifth.

Higher spindle-up time – No manual intervention, no machine stops and faster cycle times.

Multi-edge capability for complex bores – Rigibore specialises in combination, custom designed and manufactured boring tools specific to your application.

What type of tooling is available with ActiveEdge technology?

ActiveEdge technology can be used in different types of tooling making it a very flexible solution and the only boring tool system that can be fully automated to allow ‘closed-loop’ boring.

Custom or Special Tooling

At Rigibore, we specialise in the design and manufacture of custom and special boring tools.  Our ActiveEdge technologyis designed to provide a tailored solution for single-edge, multi-edge and combination boring tools.  Each ActiveEdge cartridge is independently adjustable, and we can integrate up to seven cartridges into one tool.  The cartridges take standard ISO inserts.

Nexus for Large Diameter Boring

The Nexus is a self-contained module that attaches to standard flanges. It is designed for boring, back-boring and over-turning.  Nexus offers light-weight aluminium tooling with thru-coolant. It is a modular system that can be extended for long workpieces.

ActiveEdge Modular System

The system includes a standard ActiveEdge Module for BT, CAT, Capto and HSK spindle connections.  It is a cost-effective and flexible solution which combines different diameter boring bars with the ActiveEdge technology.  Perfect for machining multiple bores on one machine.