Sunnen Highlights Advanced SV Systems for Aerospace Honing

Sunnen Products Company highlights its advanced SV Systems designed for high-production aerospace environments.

These vertical honing systems deliver high performance, flexibility and efficiency for a range of aircraft component applications. Systems can be tailored to specific aerospace needs with multiple columns, air gaging, brushing and many other options.

The SV Systems are engineered for diverse aerospace jobs with a servo spindle motor, providing the power to hone tough aerospace alloys and large-diameter aircraft components.

Advanced servo stroke control enables precise honing of critical aircraft parts, such as landing gear and hydraulic components, producing straighter and rounder bores crucial for aerospace applications. Synchronized servo stroke and spindle functions maintain a consistent crosshatch finish throughout the bore, essential for sealing and lubrication in aircraft hydraulic components.

The Windows-based PC control system offers an intuitive interface for operator training and minimized setup time. The new Sunnen 2 control prioritizes ease of use and setup in its design. A bore profile display shows bore straightness during the cycle, allowing real-time monitoring of bore straightness.

Designed for integration with robotic systems, the SV Systems offer an optional automation interface for 24/7 operation, increasing efficiency in high-volume aircraft part production. These automation-friendly systems are designed for the integration of part-handling systems to increase efficiency.

Heavy-duty construction ensures long-term reliability and precision in demanding aerospace manufacturing environments. The EtherCAT industrial communications protocol minimizes machine response time and increases the level of control. LED work area lighting improves visibility during operation.

The High Production SV Systems boast advanced safety features including a safety PLC, Safe Drive System and secondary stroker brake. All models, including the SV35, SV3000, SV3100, SV3400, and SV3500 series, comply with the European Machinery Directive (CE).

All models feature Beckhoff electronics with large color touchscreens and a multi-axis handwheel. An optional post-process gauging system enables data collection and machine process control to sub-micron tolerances, meeting the exacting requirements of aerospace components.

In addition to selectable inch/metric units, multiple languages are screen selectable, which facilitates use in various global aerospace manufacturing facilities.

Sunnen writes its own code for the machines, providing flexible and modular machine designs for tailoring the honing process to specific aerospace applications. Sunnen honing machines are also backed by a three-year warranty.