Effect of cutting data selection on productivity in face milling

Abstract

Face milling as a cutting procedure is used for high productivity manufacturing of prismatic components. In the automotive industry, characterized by mass production, the enhancement of productivity is a primary goal for manufacturing companies. There is a wide range of methods for increasing productivity. This paper analyses how productivity can be increased by the mach ining time, material removal rate and surface rate by choosing the appropriate cutting data. Cutting experiments were carried out for machining prismatic components and the change in machining time was analysed. It was proved that within the performance limits of the WGMT (Workpiece – Gadget – Machine – Tool) system a significant amount of manufacturing time and therefore cost can be saved while the geometric accuracy and surface quality of the component remain as specified in the blueprint.