Development of a Cleaning System for the Broaching Machine

The work deals with the development and implementation of an efficient cleaning system for the broaching machine. Broaching is a machining process that generates a significant amount of metal chips, debris, and coolant residues, which, if not properly managed, can affect the machine's performance, tool life, and product quality. Currently used cleaning methods are time-consuming and require frequent manual intervention, leading to production delays and increased cost. This work is to design and integrate an automated cleaning system that effectively removes chips and contaminants after broaching operation without interrupting the production cycle. Improvement of existing processes or implementation of the new process leads to enhancement in efficiency of operation, reduction in manufacturing lead time, and decrease in maintenance cost