Sunnen Highlights Advanced SV Systems for High-Production Aerospace Honing

Precision-Engineered Vertical Honing Systems Deliver Unmatched Precision, Automation Integration, and Global Compliance for Aerospace Applications

Sunnen Products Company, a global leader in high-precision bore finishing, highlights its advanced SV Systems designed for high-production aerospace environments. These vertical honing systems deliver exceptional performance, flexibility, and efficiency for a wide range of aircraft component applications. Systems can be tailored to specific aerospace needs with multiple columns, air gaging, brushing, and many other options.

The SV Systems are engineered to handle diverse aerospace jobs with a powerful servo spindle motor, providing the necessary power for honing tough aerospace alloys and large-diameter aircraft components. Advanced servo stroke control enables precise honing of critical aircraft parts, such as landing gear and hydraulic components, producing straighter and rounder bores crucial for aerospace applications. Synchronized servo stroke and spindle functions maintain a consistent crosshatch finish throughout the bore, essential for optimal sealing and lubrication in aircraft hydraulic components.

The Windows-based PC control system offers an intuitive interface for quick operator training and minimized setup time, simplifying operation for aerospace technicians and reducing training time. The new Sunnen 2 control is designed with ease of use and setup as a priority. A bore profile display shows bore straightness during the cycle, allowing real-time monitoring of bore straightness, critical for maintaining tight tolerances in aerospace components.

Designed for integration with robotic systems, the SV Systems offer an optional automation interface for 24/7 operation, increasing efficiency in high-volume aircraft part production. These automation-friendly systems are designed for the integration of part-handling systems to increase efficiency. Heavy-duty construction ensures long-term reliability and precision in demanding aerospace manufacturing environments. The EtherCAT industrial communications protocol minimizes machine response time and increases the level of control. LED work area lighting improves visibility during operation.

The High Production SV Systems boast advanced safety features including a safety PLC, Safe Drive System, and secondary stroker brake. All models, including the SV35, SV3000, SV3100, SV3400, and SV3500 series, comply with the European Machinery Directive (CE). Meanwhile, all models feature Beckhoff electronics with large color touchscreens and a multi-axis handwheel helps reduce setup time and increase machine “uptime.” An optional post-process gauging system enables data collection and machine process control to sub-micron tolerances, meeting the exacting requirements of aerospace components. In addition to selectable inch/metric units, multiple languages are screen selectable, which facilitates use in various global aerospace manufacturing facilities.

Sunnen writes its own code for the machines, providing flexible and modular machine designs for tailoring the honing process to specific aerospace applications for maximum performance and efficiency. Sunnen honing machines are backed by a 3 year warranty. Sunnen’s commitment to precision and performance is represented by these complete high production solutions for machine, fixturing, automation, tooling, abrasives, coolants, and more.

For more information on the SV Systems, please visit

https://www.sunnen.com/Catalog/Honing/Honing-Vertical-Machines.

About Sunnen Products Company

Sunnen Products Company, a global leader in precision manufacturing for over a century, has established itself as a premier provider in the creation, sizing, and finishing of machined surfaces. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, Sunnen is a “total solutions provider,” manufacturing everything from machinery and abrasives to precision bore gages and customized coolants. This comprehensive approach enables Sunnen to deliver turnkey honing solutions that encompass cutting-edge equipment, tooling, consumables, and coolants. The company’s expertise spans a diverse range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, hydraulics, medical, firearms & defense, and tool & die, showcasing its versatility and commitment to innovation. Sunnen’s dedication to quality is evident in its products, which exemplify the company’s focus on high efficiency, precision, and advanced technology. With a worldwide presence and a track record of building thousands of honing machines, Sunnen continues to drive innovation in bore sizing and finishing, providing tailored solutions to meet the exacting demands of modern manufacturing across diverse sectors.