WD Hearn installs impressive Japanese built Bridge Type machine at SPP
During August 2022 WD Hearn finished up the installation of a Kitamura 8G Bridge Type Machine from world-class CNC machine Manufacturer Kitamura.
The machine was installed at long time WD Hearn customer, SPP in Cape Town and features a BT50 12000rpm spindle, Accuracy of 0.001 and Repeatability of 0.002.
Bridgecenter 8G Features
• Ideal for parts requiring heavier cutting loads, and parts that require a higher level of precision and accuracy. Excellent for Die/Mold applications.
• Positioning Accuracy: ±0.000078”/Full Stroke, Repeatability: ±0.000039”
• Rigid Meehanite cast iron construction with induction hardened solid box ways
• #50, High Speed, High torque 12,000rpm, Dual Contact, 4-Step Gear Driven Spindle
• Double column design with patented triangular crossbeam provides expansive work envelope and superior rigidity when compared with C-Frame style machines
• Linear scale feedback in X, Y, Z axes
• Space saving and compact, the Bridgecenter-8G measures only 137.6" x 230.9" (3,494 x 5,866mm) on your floor!
• 7,700 Lb table capacity allows for the capacity to machine larger and heavier work pieces
