LMW EXPANDS ITS FOOTPRINT

Lakshmi Machine Works (LMW) – Machine Tool Division hosted a successful and exclusive roadshow at Ambattur Industrial Estate Manufacturers’ Association (AIEMA) in Ambattur, Chennai, on November 24-25, 2023. It was an excellent opportunity for the industry players to explore the company’s cutting-edge machines featured at the show.

Lakshmi Machine Works (LMW) – Machine Tool Division has opened an office in Chennai which will serve as a vital platform for connecting with its customers from the target industries.

The Automobile industry in India is anticipated to grow substantially in the near future. With Chennai rising in status as an automobile manufacturing hub, Ambattur has emerged as a key location for auto components manufacturing. This move facilitates LMW to connect with auto components manufacturers, which are its prime customers, and also customers from diverse industries including Die & Mold, Valves, Fittings, Tool-room, and many more.

“LMW’s cutting-edge machines are built to successfully meet industry demands and ensure high quality and precision for accurate machining results. They consistently deliver products that meet tight tolerances, enabling the production of high-precision components. Moreover, these machines address market needs by optimizing efficiency and productivity, achieving maximum output, minimizing cycle times, and significantly reducing downtime,” noted Indraneel Bhattacharya, Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Lakshmi Machine Works –Machine Tool Division.

The upcoming warehouse cum center will stock spare parts for all fast-selling LMW machines. The company’s Ambattur office is equipped to provide spare support, maintaining an inventory of spare parts and consumables. To expedite delivery, a few critical components will be stocked to reduce lead times for spare parts from the LMW plant to customer locations.

Service facility and virtual help

LMW’s Machine Tool Division has a dedicated service team in the Ambattur region that effectively covers 12 surrounding areas, ensuring prompt assistance for over 1,800 machines. “We provide a comprehensive multi-channel support system, allowing customers to report service-related inquiries through our Web portal, Mobile app, Toll-free number, or E-mail. Our skilled service engineers promptly visit customer locations, swiftly resolving issues. Proximity to our customers enables us to minimize downtime, ensuring quick resolution of service-related matters,” informed Bhattacharya.

Following are the machines that were featured in the Open House:

Smart Minimaster HTC - Ultra-Compact Turning Center

Smart Minimaster is an ultra-compact turning center equipped with Turret and Linear tooling options to cater to the evolving needs of emerging industries where accuracy and productivity are paramount. This cutting-edge machine is designed to deliver outstanding performance while taking up minimal space on the shop floor, occupying just 1.77 sq m.

It comes packed with essential features as standard, ensuring efficient operations and enhanced productivity. It has a 5 in. chuck, a spindle speed up to 6,000 rpm and a power of 3.7/5.5 kW. For maximum efficiency, the machine offers rapid rates of 30 m/min, significantly reducing idle times and enhancing overall productivity. This makes it the ideal solution for small part turning with high volume demands, catering to the needs of diverse industries.

When it comes to precision machining, the Smart Minimaster stands out as a best-in-class choice. Perfectly suited for industries dealing with fittings, connectors, bearings, and more, it truly lives up to its name as a mini master.

JD 1 – High-Speed Drill Tap Center

JD1 has a stroke capabilities of 500 mm on the X-axis, 400 mm on the Y-axis, and 320 mm on the Z-axis. It also boasts a spacious pallet size of 650 mm X 400 mm, allowing for efficient handling of the materials. This machine is designed to deliver superior performance and precision. LMW’s high-speed drill tap center features a rigid structure that provides a wider working area, allowing for greater flexibility and precision.

With a direct drive BBT 30 high-speed spindle up to 24,000 rpm, this machine is capable of delivering unparalleled performance and accuracy. The high-speed pocket tilting automatic tool changer ensures smooth and seamless tool changes, while the high rapid transverse rates of 48 m/min enable efficient and speedy movements of the machine.

Its advanced design ensures exceptional precision and efficiency in the production of high-quality components for the Automobile, Electric Vehicle, Die & Mold, and Electronic segments.

Gigaturn I - Optimal Large Diameter Turning Center

This state-of-the-art machine is equipped with distinctive features to enhance turning operations. With a maximum turning diameter of 510 mm and a turning length of 590 mm, this machine can handle a variety of turning operations with ease. The machine is equipped with an A2-11 spindle and an 18-inch chuck, making it ideal for working with large workpieces. With spindle power ranging from
15 kW to 30 kW, this machine can handle even the toughest of materials and produce high-quality finished products. A 12-station hydraulic turret provides stable cutting, ensuring efficient and precise results.

This machine also boasts roller LM guideways on all axes, delivering exceptional accuracy. Gigaturn offers enhanced chip disposal capacity in addition to a powerful cutting capacity. Gigaturn can be optimized for the machining of aluminum alloy wheels with necessary work holdings and accessories. It also caters to other industries like Pump & Valve, Oil & Gas, Industrial Machinery, etc.

J2 - Vertical Machining Center

J Series machines have a high demand in the market for their exceptional reliability, performance, and precision. These machines have a wide working area and boast spindle power ranging from 7.5 to 22 kW, with a direct drive spindle speed of up to 12,000 rpm. The machines feature direct drive BT 40 and BT 50 spindles and also have the option of BBT 40 and BBT 50 spindles.

In addition, the J series machines are equipped with a 24-tool ARM-type automatic tool changer (ATC) that facilitates rapid and efficient tool changes, taking less than 2 seconds. The machines feature precision linear guideways on the X, Y, and Z axes, ensuring accuracy and stability during operation. Rotary Automatic Pallet Changer (RAPC) is available in the selected models of the J Series as an optional feature.

J Series machines can be easily configured to handle different materials like steel, aluminum, brass, die steel, Inconel, and titanium. These machines are highly versatile and cater to major industries like Automobile, Die & Mold, Pumps & Valves, Forging, and General Engineering.

Poonam Pednekar Chief Copy Editor Magic Wand Media Inc poonam.pednekar@magicwandmedia.in

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