The nesting frontiers continue to evolve at Ligna 2025 and the new ‘morbidelli x50’ CNC machining centre in PRO-SPACE version comes into action at the SCM booth.
The PROSPACE version on show is equipped with the bumpers protection system and joins ‘morbidelli x50’ PRO-SPEED and the range's ‘big brother’, ‘morbidelli x100’.
This solution has been specially conceived for companies approaching the nesting process for the first time. Despite its compact dimensions, ‘morbidelli x50’ offers high performance in terms of efficiency, machining quality and predictive maintenance. This specific model allows the operator to work in complete safety without compromising on production performance, as the bumpers protection system only stops the machine in the event of accidental contact with the operator.
The spotlight is on the exclusive STEADY MAT system, premiered at Ligna on this model and then will be available on all machines in the ‘morbidelli x’ range. This is an innovative worktable covering system, unique on the market in ensuring a high degree of workpiece grip during cutting operations and a 90% reduction in consumption compared to a traditional wooden spoilboard panel.
At the software level, in addition to the new, intuitive and dynamic Maestro lab CAD/CAM design system for both office and machine programming, ‘morbidelli x50’ features a state-of-the-art SCM Smart cut algorithm. Zero downtime and waste together with reduced energy consumption and material scrap are the main advantages of this optimisation software which is perfect even for the nesting cutting of the smallest workpieces. SCM Smart cut applies sequences and cutting technologies which, without affecting either the speed or pieces positioning in the program, improve the finishing quality and reduce cycle times.
Highlight for the SMS - Spoilboard Management System software, an advanced solution which, thanks to an exact calculation carried out on the machine, makes it easier for the operator to manage the spoilboard panel signalling pro-actively when it needs to be rectified or replaced.
Important innovations can also be found in the mechanical features.
This is the case of the worktable with High Grip Vacuum technology: practical and sturdy. It is the only one of its kind to guarantee the best grip on the piece thanks to an exclusive SCM patented deflector which distributes the vacuum across the whole surface, thus maximising the grip even in the case of panels that are smaller than the machine’s overall area.
Another significant key point of “morbidelli x50” is its flexibility thanks to XS Device, a device that makes it easier for the operator to refer and machine all the pieces directly on the spoilboard panel, even the smallest ones.
The advantages of “morbidelli x50” are rounded off with the top performances of the drilling units, with 8000 rpm RO.AX technology, and boring units capable of machining in nesting up to 40 metres per minute.
Once again leading all the developments in these new solutions is the will of SCM to place the customer and their experience in using the machine at the centre of everything.
Whether we are dealing with aspects of software programming, digital connectivity or ergonomics and ease of use, SCM aims to ensure the operator always works under maximum safety conditions without compromising in any way on practicality and production efficiency.
Three years after the launch of “accord 500” and “accord 600”, solutions which have dramatically changed the rules of play in the production of doors, windows, staircases and solid-wood elements, SCM is presenting new upgrades to the range, for machining the panel and the furniture world, but always “According to wood”, starting from the intrinsic peculiarities of the material machined and the client’s most pressing demands.
The strong points of this range which has conquered leading customers at international level, remain unvaried such as the dual motorised “gantry” structure, the 5-axis operator unit with excellent performance, the innovative suction systems to guarantee maximum cleaning of the machine and the surrounding environment, the high-capacity tool magazines with Maestro power TMS intelligent management system and the CAD/CAM Maestro lab software for designing and programming.
Specifically, the model on show at Ligna 2025 is equipped with the “Optizone” patented system connected to the Maestro lab software, which revolutionises the CNC bar machining centres: with a simple click, the size of the two working areas can be defined as early as the programming stage, based on the pieces to be machined. This function is also available for the clamps.
Also, in evidence in the latest “accord 500” model is the increase in the length of the 1900 Y-axis work surface compared to the current 1600 Y-axis to carry out horizontal machining more effectively and simply inside the pieces blocked with clamps with the 5-axis electrospindle.
Another advantage is the greater configurability of the operator unit with new boring and drilling heads and new multifunction units.
The ‘accord 500’ cnc machining centre also stands out for being extremely functional with the new chain tool changer, QUADRO 35, positioned on the rear side of the mobile gantry-type structure, ideal for those always needing numerous tool positions easily and rapidly to hand in a reduced space.
Finally, the machine guarantees maximum dust extraction and cleaning efficiency thanks to the chip deflector device which is automatically positioned according to the ongoing machining. Even the front safety enclosure cleaning operations are made easier by the dust extraction system connected to the machine’s centralised vacuum system.
"morbidelli fx100” is the brand-new CNC machining centre for flexible drilling by SCM. It has been developed for batch-1 processes, capable of performing drilling, doweling, and routing operations on the five sides of the panel.
This solution enables to reach high levels of productivity and integration in the modern industrial production process. It ensures high plant availability with top-quality components.
The machine is equipped with the Maestro active software HMI interface and the Maestro lab CAD/CAM software, these solutions make programming and use of the machine quick and easy, even for the less experienced operator. The machine is set-up to be controlled by Maestro active watch line supervisor.
At Ligna the new SCM CNC drilling centre is integrated in a cell system for the furniture industry downstream to the flexible beam saw and the edgebanding cell. The system combines the advantages of integrated automation with a flexible production and high quality to meet the growing demand for sought-after, bespoke furniture solutions.
The strong point of this range that machines up to 1,200 furniture components every shift, lies in the integration of SCM machinery, some of the most admired on the market for its sturdiness and reliability, with automatic storage systems, articulated robots, handling systems, software and advanced digital services, aimed at guaranteeing production continuity and high levels of efficiency. It is also a highly versatile range: depending on the configuration of the technologies used, the system may be best suited to a “batch 1” production or for average-sized batches.
Integrating “morbidelli fx100” CNC drilling centre in this plant demonstrates the capability of this solution to machine with the same levels of efficiency both in stand-alone mode and within automated line.
MAIN FEATURES
The machine on display at Ligna has a 700mm Y-axes worktable and marks several advantages:
High productivity
The solution is specifically designed to meet the production capacity within batch-1 production processes.
Main structure
The extreme frame sturdiness of the machine, with gantry units, grants long-lasting steadiness ynd precision under all working conditions.
Powerful drilling capability on 5-side of the panel
“morbidelli fx100” comes as a standard feature with four drilling units equipped with 22 verticals RO.AX. (Rotoaxial spindle technology) spindles on each drilling head, to cover every drilling requirement.
