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NEAR SHAPE CUT FOR AEROSPACE | SVC PROFILER

Curved Titanium and Aluminium Cutting for Aerospace | SVC PROFILER

USA | Aerospace

Project Overview

Client: One of the leading U.S. aerospace contractors, specialized in the production of complex
structures for civil and military aircraft

Year: 2024

Technology: SVC PROFILER – Vertical Bandsaw with Curve Cut Technology

Location: USA

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Industry: Aerospace

The Challenge

A major U.S. manufacturer of fuselages, wings, and structural components for the aerospace industry needed to optimize the pre-machining phase of large plates in titanium, aluminium, and superalloys.
The goal was to significantly reduce milling time and material waste, getting as close as possible to the final shape before CNC processing.

Key requirements included:

  • Minimizing the volume of material to be removed during milling
  • Performing curved and complex cuts on thick, large plates
  • Eliminating material repositioning between cuts
  • Improving safety, accuracy, and process continuity

The Solution

Friggi proposed the SVC PROFILER, an advanced vertical bandsaw equipped with Curve Cut Technology, capable of:

  • Performing curved and angled cuts (in addition to longitudinal and cross cuts) in a single setup
  • Using carbide blades for high-speed cutting on titanium, aluminium, and special steels
  • Vertically clamping even stacked materials
  • Ensuring cold cutting, with no deformation or heat-affected zones

The machine is managed by an intelligent software with nesting functions, and is fully Industry 4.0 ready, enabling data collection and remote monitoring. A safe unloading system completes the fully automated cycle.

The Results

The implementation of the SVC PROFILER delivered tangible benefits:

  • Up to 60% reduction in milling time, thanks to near net shape pre-cutting
  • Continuous and accurate cutting, with no intermediate repositioning
  • Improved material utilization, with less waste and greater efficiency
  • Enhanced operator safety, due to the absence of manual handling
  • ROI in less than 18 months, thanks to increased automation and process efficiency

The client gained access to a flexible and advanced cutting solution, fully aligned with the
demands of modern aerospace production.

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