The substructure is constructed of aluminium panel profiles which are bolted horizontally against each other. This creates maximum warp resistance. This construction enables a low-vibration operation even while performing heavy milling works. Thanks to a completely new developed controller and more powerful drive units, there are considerably higher working speeds possible than it were the case with the previous systems.

The number of configuration possibilities has been increased, too. The Premium CAM systems may be constructed for instance with a front clamping range. This is basically a cut-out in the working table with different fixation bars and is used for working on the fronts of very long workpieces. This may be housings, semi-finished industrial parts or model making parts. Machine housings in different versions and security levels are now available for all system sizes. In addition to this, the Premium line offers greater positioning ranges of up to 2,050 mm in x and 2,510 mm in y direction with a z axis lift of up to 490 mm.

Frank Benzinger, vhf managing director, explains the reasons for this new development with the goal of a better positioning especially in the industrial sector: “Our plan was to realise a quantum leap for our customers. With the combination of a stiffer mechanics, a faster and more precise controller and new configuration options, we have achieved that goal.”

Jörn Vogt M. A.

vhf engraving and milling system CAM 1010 Premium with front clamping range and housing with pneumatic lift gate (here open); the front clamping range can be used for working on very high workpieces, the rest of the machine table is available for conventional workpiece fixation (e. g. with vacuum table)

Detail view of the front clamping range of a CAM 1010 Premium with a clamped plastics housing; size of the front clamping range: max. width 1,000 mm, max. depth 230 mm, max. height 940 mm