Honing MACH 2020
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100 Years of Honing
Boneham and Turner celebrate their 100-year anniversary. Page 6.
Do you know your
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abrasives
Find the right abrasive for the right material.
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HOW HONING CAN CONTRIBUTE TO THE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY
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HOW TRAINING MAKES FOR INCREASED EFFICIENCY
Honing Today is the latest magazine on all things MACH honing, grinding and 2020 finishing. In this edition, our leading editorial addresses the topic of abrasives, and the considerations to be made when selecting the right abrasive for the job. Our leading case study is on Boneham and Turner Ltd, leading manufacturer and supplier of engineering components, who are celebrating their 100th anniversary this year.
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We also shine a spotlight on how honing can contribute to the oil and gas industry, the importance of training, and an insight into MACH 2020.
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DO YOU KNOW YOUR ABRASIVES? Designer – Amy Leat
100 YEARS OF HONING
Writer and Editor – Melissa Snow
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How honing can contributE to the
OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY James Crowley, Director of Mechanical Engineering Consultancy at Rockatek, spoke all about the oil and gas industry and how honing can contribute to creating more sustainable tools for the future. James states that the key challenge currently facing the oil and gas industry is downtime – non-productive time is crucial, as there are huge amounts of money invested in downhill drilling. Technology is constantly being revised and improved, and there is an ever-growing demand for downhole drilling. Drilling sections of a well
can damage even the sturdiest equipment, meaning hardware needs to be extremely robust. Parts need to be manufactured correctly, with certain conditions required to be measured and mitigated. James believes the cliché that technology used within the oil and gas industry is dirty and rough is simply untrue. Honing would make a significant difference in terms of rendering tools to improve precision. Being able to hone parts of components and having them operate at a high level of clearance would increase the overall reliability of the product. There are many challenges facing the oil and gas
industry at present. Tools are required to do significantly more work now than ever before. The longer the duration of drilling, the worse conditions become. It is now possible to generate millions of cycles within hours, so equipment can be rendered useless very quickly. We need to be able to drill faster and for longer, increasing the rate of penetration (RoP). Tools will be operating in harsher environments and therefore will need increased reliability and decreased rate of failure.
Rockatek offer three key services within mechanical engineering: design, analysis and testing. Visit rockatek.com to discover more.
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abrasives?
Is your knowledge of abrasives up to scratch? Are you unsure about which abrasive is best for the job? Keep reading to discover more about the world of abrasives, and the features and benefits of different materials available. An abrasive is a hard material that is used for polishing, smoothing, grinding and finishing the surface of other materials. There are two types of abrasives: natural and artificial. Natural abrasives tend to be minerals or rock solutions, such as Diamond, Garnet and Corundum. Diamond is the hardest material in the world, and it has a very sharp cutting edge and free cutting action.
Artificial abrasives have a very high hardness, for example Aluminium Oxide and Silicon Carbide.
Aluminium Oxide is the most common material used in sandpapers, grinding wheels and cut-off tools. It is a medium pressure, heat-sensitive matter that is used on ferrous materials. Aluminium Oxide scores a 9.0 on the Mohs Scale of Hardness, and has a hard structure that dulls slowly and is difficult to fracture. Silicon Carbide is mainly used in cutting wheels and papers. It is harder
pressure, creating a new sharp edge to the material. It is crucial to pick the right abrasive for the right job. When customers hone hardened material or heat-treated moulds of steel, they tend to think that all abrasives will give the same results. When choosing the right form of abrasive, the decision should come
abrasion process is generating too much heat it could be because you have chosen the wrong type of abrasive, for example selecting Silicon Carbide rather than Aluminium Oxide, or the bond hardness is too high. Aluminium Oxide is a popular choice because it has a long shelf life and low cost. However, Silicon Carbide is sharper and harder, but wears down quicker. Some believe that we should always use Silicon Carbide ove Aluminium Oxide.
than Aluminium Oxide but not as tough. Silicon Carbide is scored a 9.5 on the Mohs Scale and tends to fracture under
down to which type of finish you require. You also need to consider the type of surface you are working on. If the
Our three key pieces of advice would be: firstly, research and select the correct abrasive type; secondly, choose the correct grit size; and finally, select the appropriate hardness of material.
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Boneham and Turner Ltd, a leading manufacturer and supplier of engineering components, are celebrating their 100-year anniversary. Specialising in components such as Drill Bushes, Dowel Pins, Locating Parts, Shims and Hydraulic Sealing Plugs, Boneham and Turner serve the UK, USA and Europe. Established in 1918 by Mr John Boneham, the company is now directed by cousins Peter Boneham and Charles Boneham.
The Boneham group operates across a wide variety of markets, including aerospace, automotive, auto sport, power generation, MOD and machine building. The company’s products are now used in most, if
not all, continents worldwide. Boneham Metal Products Inc., the sister company located in the USA, have manufacturer representatives and distributors across the states. Boneham and Turner’s reputation for quality, precision and excellence sets them apart from fellow engineering manufacturers. They are committed to providing high-quality precision engineering
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solutions and fantastic service. Customers are at the core of the company’s business model – components are identified, manufactured and delivered to meet the customer’s exact requirements. With a strong team of Account Managers and Representatives, Boneham and Turner strive to achieve quality not only in terms of the products they offer, but in the relationships built with employees, suppliers and service providers. As well as providing excellent customer service,
Boneham and Turner have extensive knowledge and understanding of key markets.
The organisation has held a BSI ISO 1900 accreditation for a number of years and are proud to be a member of the ISO panel for the standardisation of Drill Bushes and Dowel Pins With over 70 years of experience in manufacturing Drill Bushes, the company is now being led into a new era. Boneham and Turner
have recently invested in new technology from Delapena, which is a major step forward for the organisation. A new generation of employees are being trained to use the new machinery, which allows them to achieve the tolerance and concentricity required for Drill Bushes. Feedback has been very positive – new employees are discovering that the machinery is simplistic and easy to use. Even older staff who have been with the company for 40+ years have taken to the new machinery very well, finding it much cleaner and safer than older honing equipment. To discover more about what Boneham and Turner can do for you, please visit www.boneham.co.uk
How training makes for
increased effi ci en cy
Want to get the best possible results from your honing machine? Rigorous and comprehensive training ensures that you will always receive accurate, high-quality outcomes. Training is essential to any business. Just as an employer in an office environment may train their employees to use Microsoft Office programs, machine operators need to be trained on the processes behind honing. Staff members must be able to operate machinery safely and effectively, especially with the stringent health and safety regulations currently facing the industry. First and foremost, it is vitally important to understand the science behind honing. For example, if the surface speed (RPM) of the machine is operating too fast, this will have an effect on the abrasive and
vice versa. If the RPM is too slow, this will alter the tool life and overall honing process. Training should be conducted as early as possible, in order to reduce time and minimise costs. One of the most common errors within honing is incorrect shaping in the bore. If there is an issue with the shape of the bell mouthing the part, for example the shape is larger at the ends and parallel in the middle, nine times out of ten that will be due to incorrect stone length. It is important to be able to recognise and correct this issue, which can be achieved via thorough training.
There are two types of honing training: machinery and manual tools. Machinery training involves establishing the hone volume parts of geometry, ensuring engineers are taught the safe practices behind utilising specialised apparatus. Manual tool training involves teaching users the specifications and detailed processes behind ensuring optimum potential for smaller pieces of equipment. When searching for a training provider, you should enquire about their offering of these services, as it will make for a more comprehensive and extensive experience.
MACH
Are you planning to attend MACH 2020?
Due to take place from 20th-24th April 2020 at the NEC in Birmingham, MACH is the UK’s biggest manufacturing technologies event. Owned and organised by the Manufacturing Technologies Association, the exhibition is designed to inspire, innovate and connect UK manufacturing businesses who wish to invest in the digital revolution. The Manufacturing Technologies Association represents businesses working in the engineering-based manufacturing industry. Many members of the association work in the construction and supply of manufacturing technology i.e. tools, metrology equipment and CAD/CAM software. Other members utilise these technologies, and some provide key services to the sector. MACH aims to generate a large pool of high-quality leads and new opportunities for manufacturing businesses across the
country. No matter what manufacturing sector you operate within, there is space for you at MACH to showcase your innovative products, services, technologies and ideas to a wide array of specialists.
At MACH 2018, 95% of exhibitors generated new leads and 51% of exhibitors were asked to quote on client’s projects. MACH 2020 is expected to attract over 25,000 visitors and 600+ exhibitors.
To discover more please visit machexhibition.com
Did you
know?
Gun barrel proofing is one of the oldest forms of honing. Proofing is the process of testing the safety of a gun barrel.
The Proof House in London was established in 1637, and still offers gun proofing services today alongside The Birmingham Gun Barrel Proof House.
Visit The Birmingham Gun Barrel Proof House at Banbury Street, B5 5RH or call 0121 643 3860.
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