Group: Juri Soiri, Tair Kuanysh

Aim: To design a comprehensive step-by-step production workflow and manufacturing plan for a mechanical screw clamp frame. We focused on optimizing machining sequences to minimize production time while maintaining industrial tolerances for S355 structural steel.

What we did: We utilized Creo Parametric for 3D modeling and CAM simulations. We developed the machining process for S355 steel, selecting high-performance tools optimized for low production time. We calculated precise cutting parameters, including feed rates and spindle speeds, to achieve a surface roughness requirements of Ra 1.6 µm or Ra 3.2 µm across different sections.

What we learnt: We identified a significant difference between theoretical cutting time calculations and CAM software estimates, discovering 60-fold difference in production time caused by unit conversion presets. Overall, this project demonstrated the need to optimize production cycles while maximizing material removal rates and tool longevity.