Makino’s SGI.5 is the latest version of Super Geometric Intelligence software for high-feedrate, tight-tolerance machining of complex three-dimensional contoured shapes.
The technology enables previously unachievable levels of accuracy and reductions in cycle time. Depending upon the specific geometry of the application, SGI.5 can provide 20% to 60% faster cycle times while maintaining accuracy and surface finishes.
SGI.5 combines the rigidity of the machine structure, kinematics of the machine drive systems, and the advancements in servo drive technologies with Makino’s proprietary software, resulting in speed, high feeds, and tight accuracies when executing NC programs with micro-blocks whose traverse movement value is 1 mm or less. This is characteristic of the complex 3D free, curved surface shapes found in the die/mold, medical, aerospace and other high-performance milling applications. SGI.5 offers the following user benefits:
- Increased productivity by running higher feedrates
- Maintain tighter tolerances at higher feedrates
- Significantly reduced cycle times
- Increased profitability