UNIT 10: CONCLUSION

From the entire process of CNC RETROFITTING we have concluded the following points:

• There is a huge difference in the way the old and the new retrofitted machine works and even
looks. The new machine even looks much more organized and compact.

• There is a tremendous improvement in the way the new machine operates over the old
conventional lathe.

• The new machine is much more accurate and fast as compared to the old one which is evident
while Job Trials and Commissioning.

• We get the whole feel of a new CNC machine at about 1/3 rd price without compensating on
accuracy and efficiency.

BEFORE RETROFITTING AFTER

RETROFITTING

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 UNIT 11: FUTURE SCOPE
The machine that we have retrofitted is just an example of preliminary retrofitting keeping in mind the
use and the costs incurred. There is a huge scope for further improvements in the machine. These can be
listed as below:

• A multi station tool turret can be incorporated in the existing CNC machine.

• Automatic Clamping mechanism can be installed (Draw bar Mechanism).

• Automatic Tool Changing (ATC) devices using Robotic Arm Technology.

• Automatic Pallet Changer (APC) for automatic work piece changing.

• A Chip Conveyor can be incorporated for easy and hassle free disposal of chips.

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