The A3018SDCI Dual Pallet Changer with Cast Iron Pallets is a premier production automation system from Midaco, engineered to virtually eliminate spindle downtime due to part loading and unloading. This series is designed for vertical machining centers and comes complete with an Automatic Dual Pallet Changer, consisting of two main components: a Series 30 End Load Shuttle unit with an Automatic Door and indicator lamp, and a Series 30A pneumatic receiver mounted on the machine table.

This system is built for heavy-duty applications, featuring four 30 inch by 17 inch by 1-25 inch (762 mm x 431-8 mm x 31-75 mm) cast iron pallets that offer superior stability and wear resistance. The pneumatic receiver provides a standard capacity of 1-000 lbs (454 kgs) per pallet, with an optional upgrade available for a 2-000 lb capacity. By allowing an operator to set up a new job or unload finished parts on one pallet while the other is in the machine cutting, the A3018SDCI ensures continuous chip making and provides a rapid return on investment by maximizing machine utilization and throughput.