Detroit Area...

[murphy625]

Metal Stamping and prototype industry.

It would be nice to have someone to talk to who is familiar with the industry in this area.

Murphy

[skippy]

Hey Murphy, I realise this isn't connected with your above request BUT your statement: "My machine is NOT a typical CNC machining center. Its a "programmable hoist" thats almost 65 feet long, 13 feet tall and 12 feet wide.." has stirred my curiousity. Do you have any picies of this beast? What's it used for exactly? If it's one of those "I could tell you but then I'd have to kill you" things, then just be vague in your reply ok!
Skippy

[murphy625]

Its like an overhead bridge crane that goes to different locations, picks up a load and takes it to another location based on a set of process parameters.

No pics yet because we are building sections of it in a 2 car garage. It will all bolt together when we get into a real building. (2 - 3 more months?)

Here is a photo of the upright's that hold it up... 6 inch sq tube.

Murphy

[ynneb]

Ok Murph, now I am curious too. Come on you can do better than that. I want pictures of the cad drawings you have for it, etc.

What will be its purpose?

[murphy625]

I'll post a bunch of pics once its up and running...

If I told you to much, your life would be in danger....

As I get closer to finishing, I"ll be posting more...

Did you see the panel control box for it?? Its in the photogallery...


Murphy

[skippy]

That control box is a serious bit of work. Judging by the number of components inside it I'd say that this machine is intended to do far more than just lifting things and depositing them at various points. Anyway I (we) hope you'll "spill the beans" about it further down the track when it's no longer a commercial risk to do so. Good luck with finishing it and commisioning it!
Regards
Skippy

[murphy625]

Thanks Skippy.

Its been a lot of work but we are almost finished.

Yes. It does alot more than just point a to b..

Will keep you updated!
Murphy

[HillBilly]

It looks very impressive and thanks for includind me in your mentor list (Another post.). My post on the other forum did get consumed, it basically said I know what you are up against.

Darek

[NeoMoses]

Mechanical Engineer here, experienced in building machines (and robots). I also grill a mean steak. Feel free to contact me.

[murphy625]

I wrote you an email.

Murphy

[dmartin95]

Hi all,
I am from the Detroit area as well! White lake to be exact. I am new to the world of CNC's and could sure use some tips also!

I have my machine built, the controller assembled and a superfast computer to run it from... I am planning on using Mach2 from Artsoft...

[ger21]

Originally Posted by dmartin95 I have my machine built, the controller assembled and a superfast computer to run it from... I am planning on using Mach2 from Artsoft...

Is it a router, or a mill?