In partnership with Douglas Curtis, Kellenberger is entering the CNC-centreless grinding machine market with the Kel-Curtis machine.

In partnership with Douglas Curtis, Kellenberger is entering theCNC-centreless grinding machine market. The Kel-Curtis machine isa joint development based on the design of the compactKellenberger Kel-Vision cylindrical grinding machine withstationary table and X- and Z-axes underneath the wheelhead. Thespecific technology know-how of centreless grinding originatesfrom Douglas Curtis.

Main features include: * Space requirementsvery limited due to compact design.

* Ergonomic design of themachine allowing excellent access to the grinding and dressingareas.

* Quick and easy automatic set up of the machinepermitting economical grinding of single parts and small batchesof components.

* High-precision swivelling wheelhead for straightand angle-approach grinding operation.

* Grinding of shouldersand faces on right-hand and left-hand sides in one operation.

*Dressing concept permitting multiple dressing cycles for thegrinding wheel with 6 optional dressing tools at the contactpoint of grinding wheel/component.

* In-process measurement ofthe component.