Automatic Operation
Automation exists in varying degrees. It can be high productivity using reciprocating conveyors, over/under conveyors or continuous/indexing rotary tables. It can also be gantry-mounted finishing heads improving the surface finish on the largest aircraft wings or deburring nine surfaces on an automotive cylinder head.
Modular Construction
The modular approach has significantly increased the versatility of Harper floor-mounted and overhead equipment. When finishing heads are mounted on overhead gantries, rolling carriages allow rapid repositioning of heads for new setups. Ease of maintenance and quick change wheels enhance the system.
Systems Integration
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Integrated manufacturing cells, C.N.C. automation and just-in-time (JIT) production are all cost-effective ways to eliminate batch processing and lower inventory costs. Let Harper's smart machines be a part of your overall systems integration with tomorrow's technology today.
Experience Makes the Difference
Every finishing problem has a unique solution. It's our years of experience and our hands-on knowledge of our customers' needs that sets us apart. Innovative and cost-effective systems are a direct result of our experience and our single greatest asset, our people.
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Nine surfaces |
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An automated walking beam conveyor integrated with an overhead brushing system removes all loose burrs on nine different surfaces. Surfaces include exhaust and intake faces, cam towers, oil gallery and cam bores, two end surfaces and lash adjuster drain hole. The finishing cell can accommodate 8 or 10 cylinder heads and includes dry floor guarding. |
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