KOMAX HOLDING AG

Consistent high productivity and flexibility with maximum precision are the requirements fully automated wire processing has to meet, both today and in the future. The Alpha 550 – the latest fully automatic wire processing machine for two-sided seal insertion – meets these requirements across the entire spectrum with revo­lutionary technology. The Alpha 550 can yield crucial competitive advantages with its unmatched unit cost performance, flexible production output and superb quality. The machine comes with an ACD automatic conductor detector as a standard feature.

This fully automatic crimping machine stands out from the rest for the high daily productivity it achieves through short changeover times and high availability. This thoroughly tried-and-tested machine is also available with a belt drive. That means optimum force transmission and increased output for long and difficult to process conductors. A supplementary unit that is ideal for a broad processing range. The Komax Gamma 333 PC and PC-B are flexible fully automatic crimping machines offering a variety of efficient processing capabilities. Depending on requirements, these machines can apply two-ended crimp contacts and end sleeves for strands, as well as double crimp connections with three different contacts or seals and sleeves to one end of the cable. Tinning and ink-jet marking are two further options. These models can integrate customer-specific applications like MIL crimping, welding or compaction for a further diversification of production.

Seamless quality control is becoming an ever important factor in competition. Micrographs are indispensable in the release of new crimp terminals and tools. The MicroLab 35 micrograph laboratory is a central part of modern quality engineering. MicroLab 35 is designed for the quick creation of micrographs of terminals up to a diameter of 3 mm. The processing time is short thanks to the fully automatic transport system and the reliable tech­nology. The parallel processes allow one micrograph per minute to be created on a continuous basis. The sample is clamped in place quickly with laser support, so the inspection position is determined precisely. There is no re-clamping of samples – the MicroLab 35 cuts and polishes the samples automatically. As soon as the samples arrive at the evaluation unit, they undergo electrolytic cleaning – the micrograph is taken and evaluated.

The bt 288 features two twisting lines, making it the perfect solution for efficient wire set processing – even where large quantities are involved. The Komax bt 288 is based on the proven and tested technology of the bt 188 T. With a second twisting line, this semi­automatic twisting machine offers virtually double the production efficiency without any reduction in processing quality. And with its small footprint, it takes up hardly any space at all. The bt 288 calculates the cut length automatically and – in conjunction with the flat gripper option – can be used to twist three or four wires. The intuitive software (operated via touchscreen) enables you to save the twisting parameters.

The MicroLab 10 enables micrographs to be taken quickly and easily regardless of the location. It covers all relevant processing steps – from cutting and polishing to etching and visualization. The compact carry-case design enables the quality of crimp and splice connections to be assessed with minimum effort and maximum effectiveness. Available in a portable carry-case, the compact MicroLab 10 is designed for contacts and conductors of up to 2.5 mm in diameter. The samples can be quickly clamped in the holder – no re-clamping for all processing steps. The laboratory’s components include autonomous, independent preparation, evaluation and documentation modules. A complete on-site analysis can therefore be performed within a short period of time. A USB digital camera with a microscope is integrated into the lab for visualization purposes and to ensure complete documentation.