Machine tool and method for processing workpieces using a water jet
US7121918B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 22, 2004 |
| Grant date | Oct 17, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 14, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB26F3/008
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
During the processing of workpieces using a water jet, standstill times or even operating interruptions arise on the machine tools when the processed workpieces are removed and the workpieces to be processed are positioned on the machine. This is made more difficult above all in water-abrasive jet cutting, which is known to be performed on immersed workpieces. Through a water basin, which may be flooded in a simple way and has a foldable side wall having lift-pivot cylinders on its front side, supports may be pushed into and out of the water basin. A loading station, having lifting devices, positioned behind the machine tool allows the preparation of workpieces while the machine tool executes a jet processing. The loading station having a linear drive allows the stacking of prepared supports. According to the method, the flooding of the water basin and the control of the foldable side wall are tailored to the loading station, through which a performance increase of the machine tool arises.
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