Its latest model, the A-2000 4G CNC, is equipped with a new energy chain: Igus’ “Guidelok” horizontal upper-run system for long travels, self-supporting up to 50 metres in chip areas. The system prevents chips or dirt from getting stuck between the upper and lower runs. It also incorporates an energy tube in HT material, which protects and guides the cables outside the machine (in the area where most hot chips fall).

The energy chain is guided in the trough channel, pushing back the spring-loaded roller support with its radius, which snaps back out again after the energy chain radius has passed. The upper run then gets to lay on the roller support. Another new solution for protecting cables is the chip-tight “RX” tube. A special high temperature resistant model has also been fitted inside a Gurutzpe lathe.

From left to right.: Joaquín Orbegozo, Electrical Director, Oscar Anitua, Sales Director, both from Tornos Gurutzpe S.A., Alberto Tolosa, Machine Tool Specialist from Igus S.L., Joseba Kalparsoro, Purchasing Director from Gurutzpe S.A. and Matthias Meier, Managing Director of igus S.L.

Tel +34 943 199040 – Fax +34 943 199225 - oanitua@gurutzpe.com – www.gurutzpe.com