MACHINERY
Fabricator continues its productivity drive with a fifth new machine in 18 months
Door and Window Systems ( DAWS ), a Liverpool-based fabricator , continues to increase productivity in response to customer demand , with the recent installation of its fifth new Kombimatec machine in 18 months – this time , the AMC308 Automatic CNC Machining Centre .
» DAWS IS A FAMILY-RUN BUSINESS specialising in the manufacture of highquality aluminium doors , windows , bi-folds and rooflights for both the domestic and commercial markets . The company was looking to increase productivity and boost its business growth cost effectively without the need to take on new staff – and Kombimatec provided the solutions .
When its latest addition of the AMC308 machining centre joined the fabricator ’ s manufacturing plant in Bootle , it was immediately among friends as almost every machine DAWS has is a Kombimatec . Within the last 18 months alone , the company also purchased a DGS500 Electronic Double Mitre Saw , CC120 Power Crimper , AFV362 Variable Angle End Miller and MGS460 Upstroke Mitre Saw .
The AMC308 machining centre was developed by Kombimatec for both aluminium and PVC-U profiles . Manufactured with a solid steel construction using high quality components , it incorporates advanced CNC control with CADCAM software that provides exceptional levels of precision and reliability during production . DAWS version comes with a 5HP electrospindle inverter driven to 180000 rpm , closed loop servo driven system , automatic safety guard , and voltage monitor for electrical protection .
Like all Kombimatec machinery , the user-friendly AMC308 machining centre is a cinch to operate and program , so all the staff at DAWS are able to use it with ease . An automatic multi-tool changer allows the machine to process complex tasks without interruption , and it automates traditionally time-consuming tasks – including all drilling , routing , slotting , and milling functions – allowing staff to get on with other jobs . Its faster processing speed increases output while the machine ’ s accuracy reduces wastage too .
According to Dave Harrison , Director at DAWS , “ The AMC308 is a benchmark for fabricators establishing a window fabricating business in our industry . Previously we used manual copy routers to complete the prep work and it got to the point where we had one person working the router all day . From a cost point of view this machine will easily pay for itself in 2 years . For us , the main benefits are accuracy and efficiency . The CNC has enabled us to increase our output massively .”
Operations on the production floor are now super-efficient as the whole team has benefited from the improved processing , with the aim to increase efficiencies and processing orders and accelerate business growth – all while ensuring the ever-important consistent high quality and precision of the results .
“ Like many of our loyal customers , DAWS prides itself on supplying the best quality , premium door and window products on time every time – and Kombimatec are proud to continue to provide the solutions to help them achieve that ,” said Kombimatec ’ s Director David Parsons .
Kombimatec have been an industry-leading manufacturer and supplier of precision machinery used to fabricate windows and doors for over 35 years , delivering machines for working PVC-U and aluminium profiles in the UK and worldwide .
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