The OTW Twin-Spindle 5000 is designed for suppliers of pump barrels and other high volume extraction related products achieve new levels of productivity while protecting the dimensional integrity of their thin-wall, small diameter, parts. The OTW Twin-Spindle 5000 offers an ‘turn-key’ package of proprietary honing technologies and advantages, including:
• Twin parallel spindles for simultaneous production of two barrels
• Quick-change, hydraulic fixturing for rapid part clamp and un-clamp
• Specialized tooling and cutting fluid formulations to improve straightness, surface finish and preserve wall integrity in DOM tubing, brass and chrome plate
• Independent feed systems for adjusting stock removal rates between parts
• Automated touchscreen PLC controls for easy operation in the high production environment
According to Randy Iselt, OTW’s Vice President of Sales, the OTW Twin-Spindle 5000 offers pump barrel manufacturers the opportunity to potentially double their production.
“By balancing the needs for high volume output with small-diameter honing precision, the Twin-Spindle 5000 addresses the specific needs of our customers in the oil industry and the pump barrel market in particular.” said Mr. Iselt.