Automatic CNC machine sump monitoring refers to the automated process of tracking the conditions and levels of the coolant or cutting fluid in the sump (the reservoir or basin) of a CNC machine. The sump holds the coolant fluid that is used to cool and lubricate the cutting tools and workpiece during machining.

Here’s a breakdown of what it involves:

1. Coolant Level Monitoring: The system automatically monitors the level of coolant fluid in the sump. If the fluid level drops below a certain threshold, the system can trigger a warning or even automatically refill the sump with coolant.
2. Coolant Quality Monitoring: Beyond just the level, the system can also track factors like temperature, concentration of additives, and contamination levels. Over time, coolant can degrade or get contaminated with particles from the cutting process, affecting its performance. Automated systems can alert operators when the fluid needs to be replaced or cleaned.
3. Maintenance and Performance: Monitoring the sump automatically helps with predictive maintenance, preventing issues before they become serious. It ensures that the machine is operating efficiently and avoids downtime caused by inadequate or dirty coolant.
4. Sensors and Integration: The system typically uses sensors like ultrasonic, capacitive, or optical sensors to monitor the coolant level and quality. These sensors send data to a central control system or display, which allows operators or maintenance teams to keep track of the machine’s coolant status.

Here’s what we do..

Automatic sump monitoring is a way to optimize the performance of CNC machines, reduce manual checks, and prevent potential issues caused by low or poor-quality coolant.

•Automatic sump monitoring is one of the latest developments from HSS bringing level control to all your machine sumps.

•Using Guided Wave Radar Technology the level sensors are set with and hi-low levels to signal to the filling valve to open and close when the sump requires top up.

•This system can be expanded to multiple sumps to give you level control of all your machines from one control box.

•The control box has a Siemens touch screen control to give simple operational monitoring and control.

•The filling valves can be supplied with air or electric driven actuators depending on the location of valves and the accessibility to air/electric. These can be installed using the machines power supply distribution system.