FOCUS ON SURFACE FINISHING
The Arku FlatMaster ® is suitable for Wrightform ’ s various sheet metal levelling applications , such as laser-cut , stamped and plasma-cut parts as well as AHSS materials .
Three Wrightform company directors ( Mark Rose , John Wilby and Ken Rose ) stand next to the ARKU FlatMaster ® 88 200 .
almost entirely free of internal stresses . This represents a major advantage over manual levelling , which can take several hours depending upon the sheets at hand .
The machine is capable of levelling lasercut , stamped and plasma-cut parts , and even Advanced High-Strength Steel ( AHSS materials ) that range from 1.0 to 28mm in thickness . The machine ’ s flexibility makes it a suitable tool for Wrightform ’ s various applications . Subsequent steps ( such as welding , bending or forming ) can be performed faster and with greater process reliability . Positive customer feedback has also underlined the consistency and reliability of the levelling process , confirmed Wrightform .
“ We supply parts to a multitude of manufacturers throughout the UK and Europe , where flatness is critical . As opposed to manual levelling , we can level multiple parts in one pass – ten or 15 in one go - and still meet the flatness targets ,” Wrightform told ISMR .
Wrightform has further benefited from significant time savings and planning advantages since the installation of the ARKU Flatmaster ®. While manual sheet flattening makes it difficult to estimate the required time beforehand , automated processes are both calculable and predictable .
“ We manage to meet flatness targets every time at reduced time and effort ,” said Steve Larkins .
The machine often only needs to run few hours per day and still manages throughputs of tons of material per week . This way , Wrightform can also effectively counterbalance any skills shortage in metal levelling .
A complementary service
Wrightform has started asking customers to bring sample parts to demonstrate just how easy it is to set up the leveller .
“ Word has already spread about the consistent quality : new customers approach Wrightform and specifically ask about the levelling technology ,” explained ARKU .
The optimised levelling services also complement the business portfolio of sister company , Wrightfield . Together both companies design , manufacture and install moving floor systems and complete stainless-steel swimming pools .
Material levelled with the FlatMaster ® shows lasting results with no bends or tension in the material .