Hirata Automated Chamfering Machine Review: Features and Uses of the Self-Programming Chamfering Machine
Updated: 7 days ago
The Hirata Automated Chamfering Machine removes sharp edges from cut metal plates without manual programming. The manufacturer does not publish a price. This review covers its specifications, features and uses.
Quick Verdict
Chamfering cut plates is tedious work that is hard to automate because every plate is different. Hirata's machine tackles this by measuring each plate with sensors and vision cameras and generating the machining program by itself as soon as material is placed. It chamfers both the top and bottom edges from one direction, so nobody has to flip heavy plates. The page gives no plate size, thickness or throughput.
Hirata Automated Chamfering Machine at a Glance
Plate recognition: Sensors and vision cameras
Programming: Automatic program generation
Processing: Top and bottom chamfer in one direction
Flipping: Not required
Price: on request
Hirata Automated Chamfering Machine Features
The table below lists what the manufacturer states.
Specification | Hirata Automated Chamfering Machine |
Manufacturer | Hirata Corporation |
Plate recognition | Sensors and vision cameras |
Programming | Automatic program generation |
Processing | Top and bottom chamfer in one direction |
Flipping | Not required |
Plate size, thickness and throughput are not stated on the page.
Design and Build Quality
The machine combines vision measurement and a machining head in one cell.
Software and Integration
Automatic Programming
No manual programming per part.
Shape Measurement
Vision determines the outline of each plate.
Hirata Automated Chamfering Machine Applications and Use Cases
Steel Fabrication
Chamfering laser- and plasma-cut plates.
Weld Preparation
Edge preparation.
High-Mix Production
Plates of varying shape.
Hirata Automated Chamfering Machine Price and Value
Hirata does not publish a price for the Hirata Automated Chamfering Machine; it is quoted on request.
For the company behind the product, read the Hirata Corporation Company Profile: History, Businesses, Financials and Stock.
Pros and Cons
Pros
No programming
No flipping
Handles varied shapes
Cons
No numeric specs on the page
Throughput unknown
No published price
Who Should Buy the Hirata Automated Chamfering Machine?
It fits fabricators that chamfer many different cut plates.
Hirata Automated Chamfering Machine FAQ
How much does the Hirata Automated Chamfering Machine cost?
Hirata does not publish a price for the Hirata Automated Chamfering Machine; it is quoted on request.
What does the Hirata Automated Chamfering Machine do?
It chamfers the edges of metal plates automatically.
Does it need programming?
No, it generates the program automatically.
How does it recognize plates?
With sensors and vision cameras.
Do plates need flipping?
No, both faces are processed from one direction.
Does Hirata publish plate size limits?
Not on the product page.
What is it used for?
Chamfering cut plates in fabrication.
Who makes it?
Hirata Corporation, Japan.
Specifications are based on manufacturer information and may change.
