This is a unique tool for tuning the grinding process for greater efficiency. Developed by a renowned grinding expert (Dr. Webster), with 30 years of academic and industrial experience, in conjunction with a controls engineer (Robert Lamontagne) with 25 years of controls experience. Special features unique to the Optimizer are:
• signal noise filtering for easier indentification
• real-time trend analysis of several parameters
• single cycle recognition and display on screen
• air grinding time identification
• optimization help guide to show options
• USB connection
• Grinding diagnostics training courses can be provided by Dr. Webster to get the most out of the Optimizer
The figure below shows how the filters can clean up the input signals from looking like the one on the left.
The Optimizer is an easy to use data acquisition system specifically designed for monitoring and optimizing the grinding process, with sophisticated software for easy data analysis. Being analog-based, many sensors can be integrated into the system, including: grinding spindle power; vibration from the process, acoustic emission signals; etc. The Optimizer is the perfect tool for: designing the infeed cycle to give optimum rough and finish infeed rates, minimizing the air grinding time during rapid approach; minimizing the sparkout time; reducing non-effective grinding time; maximizing the number of parts ground per dress; identifying sources of chatter and vibration; optimizing coolant flowrate; and much more!