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BIG Kaiser offers two balancing accessories for the 112 series EWN precision boring heads. Balance rings and radial adjustable holders allow compensation for imbalance in tool assemblies for diameters ranging from 0.

Featuring a wraparound, boxway construction, Femco’s CNC lathe model HL-55/200 is designed for heavy-duty, precision turning on larger workpieces. All mating surfaces are lined with Turcite to prevent wear.

The Kontec KSC from Schunk is a multi-functional manual clamping system that can be adjusted for conventional clamping; five-sided machining with low clamping depths; molded parts; plates; or workpieces with saw-cut surfaces. Its design facilitates the assembly of high supporting jaws for five-axis machining.

Hainbuch’s TOPlus chuck for machining cast or hardened parts is equipped with a hexagonal core made of cast resin. This makes the chuck lighter than steel chucks, resulting in lower inertia during high spindle acceleration.

Mitee-Bite’s VM100 vacuum system is primarily designed for grinding nonferrous materials on a magnetic chuck. The system, which can be used as a pallet changer, accepts a standard 14" × 12" vacuum pallet.

Emuge’s System SG expanding bush design workholding solution is suited for hobbing, shaping and shaving operations for gear production, as well as milling and inspection operations. The design is based on a series of short tapers that expand or contract when acted upon by an axial force.

Hirschmann Engineering’s self-centering vise is designed for use in the System 9000 zero point reference system. This precision, self-centering vise provides a universal method of quickly clamping different types of workpieces for five-sided machining, the company says.

Available from Fixtureworks, Fairlane Products’ Sof-Top urethane grippers combine secure workholding with protection for finished surfaces in assembly, machining, inspection or repair operations. The “bubbled” texture of the urethane top offers firm holding and allows air to escape so no suction is created between the contact surface and the top of the rest pad as it is compressed.

Northfield Precision Instrument’s high speed balancing chuck locates a universal joint using built-in V-blocks and two diaphragm jaws. The jaws and blocks center the workpiece while two arms slide down to face clamp.

Stevens Engineering’s 626 modular vise is a versatile workpiece clamping device for VMCs and HMCs. Originally designed to mount directly to a subplate or tombstone with the company’s standard grid pattern, it is now modified to fit alternative grid patterns.

Dynamic Systems’ CheckMate manufacturers’ suite integrates applications such as WIP Lite, job costing with time and attendance, stockroom inventory control, toolroom tool tracking and capital asset tracking. Applications can share the inventory database and employee identification codes, enabling job costing and tracking important assets without time-consuming data entry, the company says.

Calmotion says its Lancnc controller provides fast drag-and-drop, bi-directional file transfers between virtually any CNC and PC on a network without additional software. Also, the controller uses a 2-GB secure digital (SD) card to store programs at the CNC, allowing access to program information without using network resources.

Enhancements in SmartCAM V16. 5 from SmartCAMcnc include automated turning toolpaths created directly from solid model, solid model verification and usability improvements.

OSG’s Exocarb Aero UVX variable index and variable helix end mills couple positive edge geometry with a variable helix design. The end mills can achieve more consistent, chatter-free milling versus common variable-design end mills, the company says.

Primary Cutter’s expanded Supermill-XP end mill line is available in chamfer, corner- radius and sharp-corner styles, as well as in regular, stub, long and extra-long lengths. The variable-pitch end mills feature a four-flute design and a 45-degree helix angle.

Designed for high-precision die and mold machining, Yasda’s YBM-Vi40 five-axis jig borer is said to reduce machining time of complicated shapes in extremely hard materials. The jig borer can tilt the workpiece to reduce cutter length requirements, which enables feed rates of 2,000 mm/min.

Doosan’s HM1250 HMC machines parts measuring 78. 8" in diameter and 67.

Manufacturers that require same-day black finishing of small lots of aluminum parts can blacken parts in-house and achieve a durable, satin-black finish using the mini BK-LC line, according to manufacturer Birchwood Casey. The Lumiclad process utilizes a simple dip-tank procedure to form a durable, black-oxide coating on aluminum.

Abanaki’s compact, disk-type oil skimmer is designed for removing unwanted tramp oils from coolants and parts washers. The skimmer features a 1/2" × 12" plastic disk and a 110-V, fan-cooled gear motor.

Designed for small-lot production of complex parts, Methods Machine Tools’ Matsuura five-axis VMCs feature Cublex technology. This technology integrates turning and grinding functions into a single, high-performance milling platform to deliver speed, power, accuracy, increased tool capacity and multi-process machining capabilities, the company says.

Tapmatic says its durable and dependable TapWriter dot-peen marking system allows users to mark parts while they are being manufactured without extra operations. Using standard engraving software, the system can mark 80 characters per minute or more, depending on the CNC machine’s capability.

Featuring ultra-high pressure (UHP) waterjet technology, Flow’s versatile Mach series machines are designed for manufacturers of all sizes and budgets, the company says. The line combines software upgrades, pressures rated to 94,000 psi, 3D Dynamic Waterjet cutting advancements and long-life intensifier and direct-drive pumps.

The TS 642 touch probe from Heidenhain features mechanical probe activation and is compatible with both the company’s older controls and current third-party controls. This is especially useful for machines that are not set up to offer touch probes as standard options, the company says.

Grizzly offers its model G0668 20" band saw with a 2-hp, 220-V, three-phase motor. Other features include variable cutting speeds with a digital readout; rack-and-pinion upper guide post adjustment; and fully balanced cast iron wheels with rubber tires and a lower cleaning brush.

Suited for toolroom and light-duty manufacturing, Schneeberger offers the Aries5 full five-axis CNC tool and cutter grinding machine. According to the company, the machine’s horsepower and work envelope allow it to sharpen and manufacture of a variety of tools for various markets.

Rush Machinery offers a series of air-bearing end mill grinding fixtures that allow precision sharpening of end mills, reamers, shell mills and various other cutters. The spindle floats on a thin film of air, resulting in a smooth, even, almost frictionless grind, the company says.

Rollomatic’s GrindSmart model 628XS CNC tool grinding machine features six interpolating CNC axes and an integrated two-axis, pick-and-place loader. Other features include a new control panel for improved operator convenience, a rotary glass scale on the tool axis for enhanced flute and relief finish on drills and end mills, and higher indexing accuracy, the company says.

Knuth Machine Tools’ RSM series of CNC cylindrical grinding machines now combine the exclusive GPlus 450 CNC technology with high-quality, rigid construction. The company says this ensures maximum precision and efficient production.

Built on a one-piece bed design, the next generation UltraGrind CNC cylindrical grinding machine from Jones & Shipman features a modular wheelhead design that not only offers multiple wheel spindles, but also more power, more accuracy and increased component weight handling. The machine is also said to be highly modular in configuration.

The Holroyd gear and thread grinder, GTG2, is designed for precision grinding of helical/spur gears in diameters ranging to 350 mm. According to the company, the machine can grind small batches of these gears to high levels of DIN and AGMA quality standards.

CS Unitec’s Tiger Shark-Plantex elastic discs feature a reduced grinding temperature and high material removal rates. They do not glaze with aluminum particles, so the discs are ideal for aluminum grinding applications, the company says.

Chevalier’s dual-column, fixed-beam-type grinder is designed for speed and rigidity. Models feature a large grinding area with table sizes ranging to 60" × 120" and load capacities ranging to 17,600 lbs.

Vero Software says its Machining Strategist v11 is a powerful multi-axis CAM solution that generates optimum roughing and finishing CNC toolpaths for both the office and shopfloor environment. The software is a CAD-independent solution that can work with data from various 3D modeling systems.

Siemens Drive Technologies offers the Sinumerik MDynamics technology package for milling applications. The package combines CNC hardware, intelligent CNC functions and the complete CAD/CAM/CNC process chain for high-quality, high speed, precision machining.

Global Shop Solutions’ enhanced GS Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool simplifies how manufacturers file and access customer and prospect information. The redesigned tool is fully integrated with the company’s One-System ERP Solution.

GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms, a unit of GE Enterprise Solutions, offers a stand-alone version of its high-performance 0i-D CNC. The stand-alone version, called the 0i-D SA, combines features of the LCD-mounted 0i-D with the flexibility of a Fanuc Panel I PC front-end.

Gagemaker says its TDWIN Taper software is a single source for details needed to machine, inspect and document tubular connection threads. It provides critical dimensions and drawings for downhole tubular connectors based on current industry standards.

Using standard probing equipment, Delcam’s NC-Checker program verifies the in-process performance of a range of commonly-used machine tools. The program can be used before machining to confirm that the equipment has been set up correctly, and it also can be applied during the production run to detect any out-of-tolerance movements.

Celeritive Technologies’ VoluMill 3. 0 toolpath software is a single-algorithm, high-performance toolpath engine that is designed to reduce programming and cutting time while increasing tool life.

Carl Zeiss’ next generation of TiMS software, ACCTeePro integrated software, is designed for surface finish, form and geometry. ACCTeePro, a product of Accretech, features a simple user interface with seamless measurement, the company says.

To complement its CDX-DH range of solid carbide, deep-hole drills, Precision Dormer offers high-performance, cobalt alloyed, high-speed steel (HSCo) drills for applications ranging to 15× diameter. A variety of lengths are available (from stub to extra length): 3×D (A920, A921), 6×D (A900, A901), 10×D (A940, A941) and 15×D (A976, A977, A978).

Additions to the M1200 series of face-milling cutters and inserts from Widia are suited for applications in steels, stainless steels, high-strength steels, cast irons and nonferrous materials. The M1200HF (high feed) face-milling system features 12 cutting edges for increased speeds and feeds.

Seco Tools has added its Duratomic process technology to two cutting grades designed for grooving and parting-off applications. During the Duratomic process, aluminum oxide is arranged at the atomic level to adjust the coating to fit specific applications and workpieces.

Shunk’s Celsio shrink-fit toolholders offer the flexibility to combine various shrinking chucks and extensions. This minimizes the number of chuck bodies required to provide a range of diameters.

The Hydro-Grip HD (heavy duty) from Sandvik Coromant offers high clamping forces for heavy roughing applications. The toolholder securely clamps cylindrical-shank tools with symmetrical force to minimize runout and ensure high torque transmission.

LMT Onsrud’s diamond film-coated compression tool is suited for machining composite materials. The cutter geometry features a spiral design in which the upcut and downcut spiral flutes intersect from both directions and push the individual layers of the composite material together.

Kennametal offers a shrink-fit toolholding system for machining centers and multi-tasking machines. The program is split in two lines: general purpose (GP) and high torque (HT).

Iscar’s Helido Upfeed line of high-feed milling tools now includes the H600 WXCU 0403 insert, which is designed for 16- and 20-mm-diameter tools. (The complete milling tool line features diameters ranging from 0.

BIG-Plus CAT50 shell mill adapters from BIG Kaiser are now available in standard 8", 10" and 12" gage lengths on 1" and 1½" pilot diameters and 4" and 6" lengths on a 1¼" pilot diameter. For increased rigidity, the 10" and 12" lengths with the 1" pilot diameter feature a tapered body.

Toyoda says its small, economical FH400J is designed with a 15,000-rpm spindle and is well-suited for high speed applications. The HMC’s work area measures 23.

The NSV series of VMCs from YCI/YCM are designed for high-productivity applications in industries including aerospace, electronic and automotive. The series is also suited for job shops.

CYCLO CUT cutting tools offer high density face mills, excellent for finishing cast iron at extreme feed rates. Our unique clamping design allows individual adjustments of each insert for optimum surface finishes. Inserts are negative hexagon shaped allowing TWELVE indexes per insert. Cutters up to 20 inches in diameter are flange mounted.

GF AgieCharmilles’ CUT 1000 OilTech wire-cut EDM is designed for precision machining of materials better-suited to oil dielectric than water-based dielectric. The EDM is equipped with built-in thermo stabilization.

The new Macro series of Micron machines from Peter Wolters is designed for deep, profile and high-performance grinding. Other available products include the AC 640-F high-precision, double-wheel fine grinding machine with loading table; the BD 300-L linear finishing and deburring system; the DDG 450 double-sided plane surface grinder; and the VM 130 TWIZ high-volume, production ID grinder.

Emag’s VTC 315DS vertical grinder is designed for synchronous support grinding of crankshafts, which is said to combine high flexibility and high productivity. In this process, two opposing CBN wheels machine the same point on the workpiece to cancel out axial forces generated in the feeding direction.

Siemens PLM Software presents a portfolio that focuses on the workpiece-oriented process chain that extends from initial idea for a product to the finished piece. The chain begins with product development and part program generation with CAD/CAM systems and optimization of the postprocessor and CNC parameters.

To respond to the requirements of the medical, dental, watchmaking, aerospace and micro-technology industries, Willemin-Macodel offers a range of precision, high-performance machining centers designed for complex parts and quality surface finishes. The company will showcase the capabilities of these models via machining demonstrations involving various types of components.

Kalamazoo Industries’ model KM14SC mitre saw uses a 14" carbide-tipped blade to produce clean cuts without burrs or heat generation. This enables precise, dry cutting of thin-wall mild steel and aluminum, as well as 0.

Miyano Machinery’s GN-3200 ultra-precision turning center features a 0. 1-μm input tolerance.

The Hi-Net DMC-900HN by Johnford is suited for aerospace manufacturers and mold/die shops that need speed, rigidity and precision in a competitively priced double-column machining center. Absolute Machine Tools, Inc.

Hardinge manufactures collets for virtually all brands of machines and adapters used in the fastener industry. These precision collets can grip blind bolt fasteners, solid and blind rivets, bolts, screws, nuts, inserts and studs.

Knuth Machine Tools’ KB series bed-type milling machines are equipped with large beds and wide columns for handling large parts. The machine design provides increased stability, low vibration and improved precision at high table loads, the company says.

Beaumont Machine’s six-axis FH30 EDM features 30" × 16" × 22" of X-, Y- and Z-axis travel; spindle speeds ranging to 3,000 rpm; and rapid speeds ranging to 300 ipm. The machine can accommodate a maximum workpiece weight of 800 lbs.

Omax introduces Maxiem, an entry-level brand of waterjets manufactured entirely in the United States. The company says the new machines were introduced to meet demand for basic abrasive waterjet equipment and to make this technology available to a broad base of users.

Flow International has released the HyPlex Hybrid Pump, which is rated at 60,000 psi for high speed waterjet cutting. Featuring custom PAC-V technology, the pump provides automatic pressure control.

Mitsubishi Waterjet’s DX series is equipped with the Mitsubishi 700 series CNC, which is said to provide advanced programming capabilities for high-precision machining and improved productivity. The unit is controlled on a 15" waterproof screen, with improved graphics and NC designed to simplify operation.

The BySprint Pro 3015 high speed laser-cutting system combines an efficient Bylaser 4. 4-kW laser source and high machine dynamics for cost-effective, productive laser cutting, says manufacturer Bystronic.

Available from Chukar Waterjet, the Waterjet Cyclone abrasive removal system is a cyclonic garnet extraction machine that removes as much as 10 lbs of garnet abrasive per minute from any waterjet cutting system. The machine features a 1-yd.

Prima North America says three recent orders illustrate different configurations of its Laserdyne 795 multi-axis laser system. One order calls for the system to be equipped with a CO2 laser and the S94P controller, which integrates all laser commands, motion and process sensing.

Novacel’s 4226REN film protects metal such as stainless steel during laser cutting. The company says the film is guaranteed not to peel off or form air bubbles during cutting.

The HyperGear 612 2D laser-cutting system from Mazak Optonics Corporation features the automated and optimized five-point setup system that the company abbreviates “AO│5. ” This system makes cutting more efficient even during extended unattended operation, the company says.

The new iP60-100S waterjet pump from Jet Edge is a single-intensifier version of the company’s existing 100-hp pump. According to the company, eliminating the second intensifier allows it to offer this model at a lower price.

Mahr’s EasyForm 3. 0 is standard on all new MMQ 100 and 200 Formtesters and is available as an upgrade for a variety of older systems.

Q-Plus Labs, a dimensional measurement laboratory, is co-developing a project with partner Starrett Kinemetric, a manufacturer of advanced metrology systems. The process coordinates a variety of part measurement protocols that require different sensors for proper measurement.

Version 8. 5 (Firebird) of SMe Software’s SMARTer Manager manufacturing management software features a switch from Borland’s Interbase database engine to the Firebird SQL database.

Vero Software’s VISI 17 features enhancements to the company’s CAD, CAM and CAE solutions. CAD enhancements include model thickness analysis, which allows the user to identify the thickest and thinnest areas of the model and validate its integrity.

Third Wave Systems’ AdvantEdge FEM version 5. 4 is a materials-based software solution for the optimization of metalcutting.

MecSoft Corporation, the developer of VisualMill, AlibreCAM, RhinoCAM and other computer aided manufacturing/CAM software solutions, has announced the release of VisualMill for SolidWorks, an integrated CAM software solution for SolidWorks users. The company says its partnership with SolidWorks unites its state-of-the-art, yet affordable CAM software solutions with CAD technology.

Quick SPC for Windows version 3 is a suite of software products from Marposs designed for measurement and inspection data acquisition and management. Framed in a wizard-driven user interface, the SPC and quality control software uses add-ons for gaging applications in specialized industry segments.

Delcam’s updated PowerInspect software is suited for checking the dimensions of parts, prototypes and tooling against CAD data. The hardware-independent software features a new interface for undertaking “simple” measurements such as determining the distance between two points, planes or the centers of two circles.

Vericut 7 from CGTech features enhancements designed to reduce the time required for manufacturing engineers to develop, analyze, inspect and document the CNC programming and machining process. Instead of focusing on new features or add-on modules, the company says it has focused on code optimization and customer-driven enhancements.

Valenite’s V490 multi-application face mill is available with square, round or octagon inserts for general-purpose machining operations. With the ability to consolidate multiple applications with one face mill and three insert styles, the mill is adaptable to virtually any operation.

Seco Tools’ Jabro JHF180 MEGA-64 solid carbide end mill series is suited for machining hardened steels ranging from 48 to 62 HRC. The end mill features a rigid 0.

New sizes for Sandvik Coromant’s CoroDrill 880 enable additional short-hole drilling applications in a variety of materials. Suited for high-productivity drilling, the tool is said to provide a low machining cost per hole with a high penetration rate.

Monster Tool Company offers three- and four-flute square and ballnose end mills with chipbreaker geometry to allow high feed rates in roughing operations. Mega Monster tools are manufactured from fine-grain, sinter-hipped C-2 grade carbide material with 10-percent cobalt for aggressive slotting and pocket milling in stainless steels and high-temperature alloys.

A complete series of live tools for Nakamura Tome CNC lathes are now available from Lyndex-Nikken. Designed for precision and rigidity, these tools improve milling, drilling and tapping capabilities in turning operations, the company says.

Iscar is expanding the Heliturn Lay Down family and application range with new inserts and tools, produced with Sumo Tec grades. Designed for reliable and fast metal removal during heavy machining applications, the WNMX, CNMX and DNMX inserts have high-positive radial, helical cutting edges and positive rake angles to reduce cutting forces and vibration.

Dapra’s high-performance Rhino-Carb Toroid insert line includes an octagonal geometry designed for general face milling. The insert features a 45-degree lead angle that increases feed capacity for face milling, profiling, helical interpolation and chamfering applications.

Mid-America Manufacturing offers adjustable workpiece supports that are designed to withstand heavy loads. The compact devices, which are made of Stressproof 1144 steel and feature Acme-style threads, can support as much as 40,000 lbs during machining operations.

MAG’s new CYCLO CUT 1.000” diameter 20 flute solid carbide Max-Flute endmill finishes titanium at 100 IPM machining .030 radial and 1.000” axial depth of cut with proven tool life of over four hours. The Max-Flute requires less machine power consumption over the competition, making it perfect for light duty 40 taper machining center spindles.

The TRAK TRL 1630SX lathe, featuring the ProtoTRAK SLX CNC, is the smallest toolroom lathe in the product line. It can be operated manually or by CNC using the optional TRAKing feature.

Digimatic height gages from Mitutoyo America Corporation are said to incorporate ergonomic advancements focused on ease of operation and enhanced functionality. Innovations include a slider-handle control wheel that is offset from the slider-handle body by 10 degrees.

Available from Dyna Tech Chemical Specialties, DYNA Cool K2002 metalworking coolant is said to reduce problems with coolant odor, short sump life, dermatitis and rust accumulation on machines. The high-performance cutting fluid is formulated with components that are resistant to bacterial growth and odor formation, yet gentle on the skin.

Designed for versatility, the Check-It-Gauge can be used as a height gage, depth gage or step gage with a quick, easy adjustment, according to the manufacturer. Distributed by Custom Mold & Mfg.

The Model WFN4 power pipe and tubing notcher uses a power-driven gearbox to produce 90-degree notches in pipe or tubing for weld fit-up saddles. Available from Heck Industries, the machine will notch diameters ranging from ¼" to 2 3/8".

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The EconoMini oil skimmer from Abanaki Corporation is designed fit in small spaces such parts-washer tanks and coolant sumps. Weighing in at 6 lbs and measuring approximately 4" × 3" × 4", the product can even skim oil through the 2" opening of a 55-gallon drum, the company says.

Gradient Lens Corporation has expanded its line of Hawkeye Pro Flexible Borescopes to include diameters of 3. 3 and 4 mm in addition to 5 mm.

Hurco features 11 machine tools with its integrated control powered by WinMax, which is software is designed to expand a shop’s capability. An interactive space with the control consoles is set up for booth visitors to test.

Incorporating absolute technology to a multi-substrate scale tape linear encoder design, Heidenhain introduces the LIC 4000. Besides its capability of absolute position measurement, this encoder is characterized by its high resolution of 1 nanometer and its serial EnDat 2.

Hexagon Metrology offers the Leica T-Scan TS50-A handheld laser scanner, which interfaces with the Leica Absolute Tracker. According to the company, the scanner improves the data acquisition rate, scanned point density and scanner accuracy.

Mahr Federal’s MMQ 200 Formtester cylindricity measuring machine extends the capability of the MMQ Formtester line, and is tailored for measuring cylindricity and other deviations of form and position. Equipped with EasyForm version 3 Software, the machine is compact, fast, easy to learn and operate, and is at home in the metrology lab or on the shop floor, the company says.

Vision Engineering’s Falcon three-axis, non-contact video measuring system is suitable for both multi-user shopfloor applications and lab-level manufacturing inspection. It uses high-resolution, indexed zoom optics (as high as 100× magnification) for component edge definition.

Hommel-Etamic introduces the Roundscan, a scanning system that combines automatic measurement of form, cylindricity and roughness characteristics in one measuring instrument. The system is designed for ergonomic use by featuring a rotating and height-adjustable work area.

The Ryazan Machine Tool Plant offers the RT950F4-6. 5 four-way bed CNC lathe, which is suited for turbine repair and the wind power industry.

PartMaker Inc. , a division of Delcam Plc, offers its latest version of PartMaker software for programming CNC mills, lathes, wire EDMs, turn-mill centers and Swiss-type lathes.

CNC vendor NUM offers a ready-integrated tool head for plasma, laser and waterjet cutting applications as well as a 3D simulation package that combines workpiece simulation with collision monitoring. The head is designed with the versatility of movement and stiffness required to implement precision cutting motion.

Surfware demonstrates three-axis high speed machining using its TrueMill technology by machining titanium 6AL4V. The demonstration is performed at 115 ipm with a 1/2" diameter end mill at 1" depth of cut to remove material at the rate of 4 cubic inches per minute.

DMG’s CNC universal milling machine, the DMU 50 eco, is designed for high precision and reliability in workshop, training and laboratory settings, as well as for tool, fixture and mold construction applications. With its sturdy cross-slide construction and large, easily accessible machining compartment, the machine is suited for both one-off production and efficient manufacture of small lots, the company says.

The Hardinge Group showcases its GS 51A horizontal turning center, a compact high-productivity lathe that is equipped with integrated automation. The machine features a collet-ready spindle that delivers exacting part roundness and tight tolerances on each workpiece, the company says.

Porta says its Multicenter machining cell is suited for production of high volume parts, but also of small/medium batches requiring frequent tooling/fixture changes. Essentially, the center groups CNC machining units around a pallet indexing table, which presents each pallet to the units sequentially.

A range of enhancements in the 2010 version of Delcam’s FeatureCAM feature-based machining software is designed to make the software quicker, the company says. One of the enhancements, support for multi-threading when generating 3D tool paths, allows calculations to be spread across multiple cores in dual- or quad-core computers.

Studer’s S33 universal cylindrical grinding machine said to provide low cost per part during external and internal cylindrical grinding of small and medium-sized workpieces in a single clamping. The machine is designed for both single-part and large-series production runs and is suited for toolmakers in job shops and manufacturers.

The compact TR160Y dual-axis, trunnion rotary table from Haas Automation is designed to mount in the Y direction (front to back on the table) of a mid-sized VMC. At less than 25" wide and 19" deep, the trunnion is said to fit easily on one end of the machine’s table, freeing the remainder for additional fixtures or vises.

The Tarkus horizontal/vertical milling center manufactured by Jobs S. p.

According to manufacturer LNS, its Sprint 542 bar feeder can be adjusted to specific user needs to ensure that a nightshift runs without a production stop. Features include a human-machine interface (HMI) with a touchscreen that makes it easy to supervise the machine, troubleshoot and enter values quickly, the company says.

DMG offers the Microset VIO Linear, the company’s first series of tool presetting units with linear drives for presetting of drilling, milling and turning tools. The direct drives in the X and Z axes provide repeatable accuracy of about ±1 micron, the company says.

VX Corporation’s VX Evolution allows users to download VX Innovator with a free, 30-day license. The learning system, Show-n-Tell, allows users to learn and experiment on their own schedules and paces.

Vero Software is collaborating with Cadenas, an external library of 3D standard components. Cadenas PARTsolutions has more than 500 library suppliers, covering thousands of components for multiple market sectors, the company says.

Unison’s version 7 software package is designed for automated blank preparation using the Model 2150 CNC DedTru grinding system. This Windows-based software requires the operator to enter the basic tool characteristics of the shape to be ground, and the machine’s control will automatically calculate the required wheel geometry, dressing locations and grinding parameters.

Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Integration Manager is a flexible data transformation tool for automated data acquisition and point-to-point data distribution across the enterprise. The tool provides connectivity to virtually all parts of the laboratory workflow and translates the data generated by any of the instruments, services or third-party enterprise applications.

Siemens PLM Software, a business unit of the Siemens Industry Automation Division, offers its Teamcenter PLM software. The system focuses on individual, application and IT productivity and features with a variety of enhancements.

Mastercam X4 from CNC Software expands machining flexibility and increases emphasis on speed and automation with a suite of new toolpaths, multi-threading ability and other enhancements. Dynamic machining creates an active toolpath that delivers more consistent cutting conditions and allows use of the entire tool flute length, saving both time and money, the company says.

ICAM Technologies Corporation’s Virtual Machine V18 supports material removal and verification capabilities for in-process stock collision and gouge detection within a simulated machining environment. Implementing the software with CAM-Post, the company’s NC post-processing development and deployment product, provides a graphical NC post-processing and machine simulation workbench to test programs during post-processing.

GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms, a unit of GE Enterprise Solutions, offers Proficy Tracker 8. 0, a lean production control that manages inventory, schedules resources in real-time and controls the routing of material through a discrete manufacturing process.

CGTech says its enhanced PRO/E-to-Vericut user interface gives Pro/E users an effective way to access features in Vericut from within the CAD/CAM environment. The interface offers users of Vericut’s G-code and machine simulation capabilities an easy way to configure simulations for complex machines and processes, the company says.

BIG Kaiser has expanded its BIG-Plus line of toolholders by introducing extended gage lengths for its shell mill adapters and shrink-fit toolholders. The line’s CAT50 shell mill adapters are available standard in 8", 10" and 12" gage lengths on 1" and 1½" pilot diameters and 4" and 6" lengths on a 1¼" pilot diameter.

Thinbit, manufactured by Kaiser Tool Company, has expanded its Groove ‘N Turn line to include dovetail grooving inserts. Dovetail grooving inserts are used to machine O-ring dovetail grooves with 66-degree undercut angles.

Schwanog’s insertable form tool system is suited for complex, turned parts. According to the company, the wear and tear of common form drills increase change-over time, thereby increasing cost.

Valenite LLC introduces the V200, a heavy-duty, button-style mill for facing and profiling. The tool utilizes VP2003 round inserts with MicroForm carbide-grade technology, which enables inserts to be direct-pressed with a micrograin structure.

Sandvik Coromant says a new insert size for the CoroThread 266 allows the rigid tool to be used in a majority of general threading applications. The new size 16 inserts complement the existing sizes 22 and 27.

SGE inserts for Kennametal’s Mill 1-14/18 platform are said to improve performance for companies machining stainless steels, super alloys and high-strength steels. Micro-geometry features, such as a 20-degree rake angle, a negative T-land and a small hone, enhance the inserts’ performance by increasing feed capability, reducing cycle times, lowering cutting forces and increasing tool life.

The wear-resistant Super FF coating (Fine and Flat) on Sumitomo’s AC820P and AC830P grades is said to reduce the possibility of chip adhesion due to its smoothness. Combined with carbide substrates, the series is said to offer higher speed capabilities and greater resistance to breakage than conventional carbide grades when machining steels and stainless steels.

Arno-Rouse has incorporated existing cut-off support blades into a gang tooling concept. Designed for screw machines, the tooling features 0.

Paragon’s twin-spindle, compound grinding machine, the RTG-100CNC, is designed for enhanced productivity and precision for ID/OD grinding. Clamping once instead of twice, the machine can grind as many as eight faces, featuring maximum an OD of 320 mm and an ID grinding range from 6 to 100 mm.

Hainbuch has extended its modular system to the company’s Hydrok stationary chuck. This hydraulically actuated stationary chuck is available in hexagon and round variants.

The new MAG CYCLO GRIP Milling Chuck grips end mills with 4,700 pounds of clamping force and .0004 runout. This tool holder is ideal for hard metal cutting using large diameter end mills. It can also be used to hold shank style tools including back-spotfacing tools.

During high performance grinding processes, heat builds up in the grinding area. Increasing wear forces weaken the grain and bond structure.

Developed for machinists to prevent skin irritation resulting from contact with metalworking fluid, Uncle Earl’s Soap for Machinists is formulated to remove shop grease, oils and grime. Produced by Zebra Skimmers, a manufacturer of oil skimmers and fluid maintenance equipment, the soap is designed to alleviate dry, cracked and burning hands—a common problem associated with the use of metalworking fluids—without the use of abrasives or barrier creams.

Series 4099 ovens from Lucifer Furnaces are large, high-velocity models for tempering, annealing, stress relieving, shrink fitting and heat treating large workloads. Designed for operation at temperatures ranging to 1,400°F, the ovens are equipped with a roof-mounted alloy recirculating fan to provide a vertical air flow pattern for uniform temperature throughout the chamber.

The Silvent F1 air nozzle is designed for improved spot cooling applications to maintain reduced temperature during the machining process. The nozzle’s design permits independent adjustment of airflow and temperature at the cutting site, which allows the operator to easily set air consumption in relation to the cold fraction required.

The Maxiem brand of basic abrasive waterjets from Omax is intended to meet international performance standards while offering differing specifications from other Omax products in order to broaden the market for abrasive waterjets. This entry-level line of waterjets is geared toward fabrication shops, metal service centers, trade schools and job shops, as well as architectural, sign, stone and gasket shops.

Makino’s next generation of MAG series five-axis machinery, the A7, provides increased accuracy and reduced cycle times for large complex aluminum monolithic parts for aerospace structural applications. The A7 is designed with extended X-, Y- and Z-axis travels of 276" × 99" × 40" (7,000 mm × 2,500 mm × 1,000 mm) to accommodate parts as large as 276" × 79" × 28" (7,000 mm × 2,000 mm × 700 mm) that weigh as much as 11,024 lbs (5,000 kg).

Economical tool transport for a variety of V-flange and HSK CNC-tool holders is available from Huot in the form of its ToolScoot Tree. Designed for 5S applications, it secures spanner wrenches, toolholders, collets and cutting tools in one central location.

According to manufacturer Hainbuch, the capteX zero-point clamping system cannot be harmed by the centrifugal forces in turning jobs or in the extreme static transverse forces associated with milling. Using a ring mechanism with sliding wedges, the interface can be stably fixed into place.

Ganesh says its KSL-7612T heavy-duty boxway CNC turning center with Fanuc control is suited for manufacturers looking to reduce cost. It features full bar, chuck and shaft machining capability; 3" bar capacity; a 10" chuck; a 15.

Stevens’ locator capsules are permanently installed in holding fixtures for attachment and repeatable location on base surfaces. This reduces time that could be lost in rounding up and installing loose hardware for mounting and locating holding fixtures, the company says.

Grindor, a Junker brand, offers the universal external/internal cylindrical grinding machine “silver,” which is designed to produce individual parts or a small series of parts. Suited for automotive manufacturers and suppliers, the silver can be used for applications from general machine construction to toolmaking.

A manufacturing concept for flexible production of prismatic powertrain components—from engine blocks to transmission housings—is offered by Heller Machine Tools. The company’s ModuleLine System (MLS) allows manufacturers to respond to changes in part designs or volumes.

Designed for high-precision applications in the tool and mold industry, GF AgieCharmilles says its Mikron HSM 300 MoldMaster offers quality surface finishes and high accuracy while also ensuring time-optimized high-speed cutting conditions. The machine includes features and benefits of the company’s GraphiteMaster line, a product consolidation that enables users to choose between MoldMaster (MM) and GraphiteMaster (GM) configurations, increasing flexibility in the job shop.

Jergen’s zero-point clamping system is designed to reduce setup time while increasing accuracy and repeatability. Combining ease of alignment, high-accuracy positioning and high clamping forces with hydraulic or pneumatic actuation, the clamping system offers individual modules, complete systems and plates, design assistance and technical assistance.

Designed to improve cycle time, Epson’s zero-footprint RS3 SCARA robot provides larger work envelope access for 450 degrees of axis rotation and omni-directional access. T-Slot Scrapers Clear Debris

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Toyoda Machinery offers modular and expandable automation with its Flexible Pallet Automation (FPA) systems. The FPA systems enhance the production capabilities of HMCs by automating tasks such as machine loading and unloading.

Mitsubishi’s MD+CELL combines the MD+PROII wire EDM with a Suprema DX44 waterjet for high speed and precision in one automated unit, minimizing operator intervention and maximizing unattended run time. The MD+CELL employs a Mitsubishi MELFA six-axis robot to transfer rough-cut pieces from the waterjet to EDM machine for finishing.

The RoboGrind CNC tool production center from Excalibur Tool has six CNC machine axes and an integrated Fanuc five-axis industrial robot. The center is designed to produce high-quality cutting tools from solid carbide or HSS, minimizing labor through the use of unattended, “lights out” manufacturing.

Stäubli Robotics’ TS series of high speed SCARA robots are designed for speed, rigidity and precision. The line includes the TS40, TS60 and TS80 with a range of 400-, 600- and 800-mm reach and a payload of 8 kg.

Versatile, high-speed Motoman ES165D and ES200D handling robots are suited for large-payload machine and press tending applications and various other handling tasks. The robots feature wide work envelopes and high moment-of-inertia ratings coupled with fast axial speeds and accelerations for high-throughput processing, the company says.

Methods Machine Tools’ JobShop Cell is designed for job shops with small to medium lot sizes. The fully integrated production cell combines the drilling, tapping and milling capability of a RoboDrill VMC with a fully interfaced Fanuc six-axis robot for automated loading and unloading.

Sunnen’s SV-1000 series vertical CNC honing machine is designed for manufacturers of outdoor power equipment striving to improve the durability and power output of small two-stroke engines. Using TC superabrasive tools—custom designed for blind, ported cylinder bores—the manual or auto-loaded honing machine produces cylinders with micron-accurate size, geometry and exact surface finish to enhance combustion efficiency, engine durability and power output.

One of several performance enhancements to version 2. 3 of the GeomCaliper product lifecycle management software is that it functions with support and integration with CATIA V5R19.

For users of iFix looking for a way to Web-enable the application, GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms has developed the Proficy HMI/SCADA—iFIX WebSpace, a Web client that enables "real-time data for everyone. " This application enables full control and visualization capabilities of iFIX screens and functionality over a company’s intranet or Internet system without the need to change or alter the iFIX application.

MIE Docs from MIE Solutions manages company documents by creating a virtual drive on a network where employees can share the files using Windows Explorer. Right-clicking on folders or files enables a context menu system, which allows users to add, delete, check-in, check-out and manage virtually all attributes of the file.

Wilcox Associates, a Hexagon Metrology company, has developed the PC-DMIS Reshaper, a stand-alone 3D point-cloud processing program that can be used to collect or import large quantities of 3D point data for manipulation and processing for downstream processes, such as CAD modeling, CAM or rapid prototyping. Designed to operate as a fully functional application either online or offline, the program collects data in real-time via a direct connection to a digitizing device, or offline via file import.

Missler Software’s TopSolid’Cam 2009 is capable of piloting turning, two-axis milling, three-axis milling, four- and five-axis continued milling, four- and five-axis continued turning, synchronization and complex simulation. The software is said to simplify machine programming, reduce cycle times, improve quality and reduce manufacturing costs by prolonging the tool life.

VerisurfX from Verisurf Software is suited for the aerospace, automotive, medical and energy industries. The software features the company’s proprietary common platform technology for managing CMMs, articulating arms, laser trackers and other measuring devices.

VX Corporation offers the v14. 01 upgrade to VX 2009.

Available from Shop Floor Automations, Manufacturing data collection (MDC) is a data collection tool that tracks and reports machine activity to help streamline jobs on the shop floor. Specifically designed and built for CNC machines, it can also track machine status to help the maintenance department identify machines that are down for repair, preventative maintenance or other reasons.

ModuleWorks’ version 2009. 3 expands three- to five-axis toolpath creation and machine simulation capabilities.

The GFG-WFE shell-type thread milling cutter from JBO is suited for difficult-to-machine materials and large-batch production applications. Higher cutting speeds and feeds shorten machining time, while the number of cutting edges increases tool life.

Iscar has developed a family of reinforced Tang-Grip blades for Traub (TNL and TNK models) and Index (MS18C model) turn-mill machines. These blades, due to their reinforced construction, can be used in long-overhang machining.

Through its Wind Power program, Emuge offers a lineup of tools that are optimized specifically for the production of wind turbine components. For the production of internal and external threads, the program provides taps ranging to 4 ½" (114 mm), roll form taps ranging to 2" (51 mm) and thread mills ranging to 4" (102 mm).

Darex introduces the first of several new attachments for its XT-3000 Xpandable tool sharpener, which sharpens a variety of drills and cutting tools. The new chuck allows users to accurately grip common shank diameter and Morse taper drills to expand the range of cutting tools that the user can re-sharpen.

Allied’s GEN3SYS high-penetration drilling system is designed to tackle difficult drilling applications. The tool design improves hole quality, surface finish and true position, while the replaceable drill insert maximizes machine up-time and reduces setup time.

Version 10 of the PowerMill CAM system from Delcam incorporates background-processing and multi-threading technologies that are designed to reduce calculation times and increase output. Reduced memory usage enhances programming large and complex parts, and ordering is improved to enable faster cycle times on the machine tool.

The Schunk Tendo-ES is a short, hydraulic-expansion toolholder that allows the tool to be clamped directly in the mounting taper. The tool shank is supported via the spindle, and the result is a high holding force for transferable high torque and additional space in the machining area.

Monster Tool Co. ’s range of carbide burrs include a variety of carbide burr sets, all of which are CNC machined.

Valenite’s VP9605 is designed for difficult-to-machine materials and for aerospace industry applications such as semi-finishing and finishing. According to the company, the turning grade offers production cost savings and increased tool life.

Engineers from Sumitomo Electric Industries have developed a diamond-like carbon coating (DLC) for the dry machining of aluminum alloys and nonferrous applications. Previously, in the first stages of harsh-environment cutting, coatings would peel and lose their beneficial properties.

MAG’s new 1.25” diameter CYCLO CUT Plunge Mill allows maximum metal removal rates at extended reaches using light duty machining centers. This new style cutter removes 3 cu/in/min of titanium in 7.00” deep pockets on a CAT 40 Vertical Machining Center.

Mitsubishi Materials offers the UE6105 steel cutting grade. This grade represents the latest two-in-one, nano-texture coating technology designed for increased wear resistance at high surface feet per minute.

Miller Electric’s Dynasty 200 AC/DC TIG/stick and Maxstar 200 DC TIG/stick power sources feature Blue Lightning technology. According to the company, this technology provides consistent, reliable high-frequency arc ranging from 200- to 1-amp applications.

The MLK 32/38 hybrid Swiss-type lathe from Maier USA is a seven-axis, sliding headstock machine that has a removable guide bushing. The machine offers bar capacity of 32 mm when a guide bushing is used and 38 mm without a guide bushing.

Hardinge Style-S master collets use interchangeable pads that can be changed without removing the master collet from the spindle, thus reducing change-over time. When loading bars, the shoulder of the pad locates against the front of the groove in the master collet.

The Hardinge 5C2 quad-spindle indexing system is suited for small- to medium-sized parts of virtually all shapes. Each spindle can accommodate a 50-lb (23-kg) part with an axial thrust of 1,000-lbs (4,448 N).

Techniks’ DualDrive toolholders, which can be used with Big Plus and standard spindles, eliminate the gap between the toolholder flange and the spindle face to provide increased rigidity and accuracy when cutting. The company recommends using these toolholders when high metal removal rates, high feed rates and/or machining at extended lengths is desired.

The E-Z Burr Tool Company’s series of Small Hole carbide deburring tools can deburr hole diameters as small as 0. 125" in exotic and hard-to-machine materials.

Seco’s new Square 6 shoulder milling cutter uses trigonal inserts with six cutting edges to boost productivity and lower the cost per insert edge. The inserts are available with three insert geometries and three pitches to allow the tool to be used for a variety of general machining operations, such as face milling, contouring, plunging, slotting and shoulder milling in steels, cast irons and hard materials.

MAG’s HMC 1250 series is now offered with a 180,000-position, A-axis tilt spindle to allow five-axis machining of large parts for aerospace, energy and other heavy industries. The 6,000-rpm, 61.

Sugino’s Xion II-5-AX is a compact, high speed, five-axis machining center that only requires approximately 21 square feet of floor space. The company says this is half of the room taken up by traditional five-axis machining centers.

The MultiEdge Double 8 cutter from LMT Fette is said to be ideal for economically machining mild steels and cast iron materials. Inserts can be used on both sides, for a total of 16 cutting edges.

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Heidenhain’s inspection system combines a Certo length gage, which is capable of a large measuring range including high-accuracy, nonometer-level measurement, with an ND 287 digital readout (DRO) equipped with Statistical Process Control (SPC). Common applications for this system are inspection of parts with tight tolerances and gage block calibration.

Kurt Manufacturing says its high-density, long vises with two clamping stations can increase machining center productivity. Manual and hydraulic models are available in 4" and 6" capacities to increase existing machining center output.

Gortite’s GorFrame bellows are formed over a rigid framework to protect the mechanisms of medical and dental imaging tables, among various other applications. Introduced by A & A Manufacturing, the bellows are clean-room compatible and suitable for washdown.

The ChilAire Element from Cool Clean Technologies is said to improve machining performance in operations that are normally run dry or in operations using lubricants. The system can be used in a variety of demanding machining operations, including rubber roll grinding, hard turning, super-hard rollers and CFRP drilling.

Bardons & Oliver’s Big Bore subspindle machine is designed for challenging through-hole applications. The heavy-duty, column-style machine can process complex bar and tube components with virtually no limitations on diameter, weight or length, the company says.

GBI Cincinnati’s SMS SMV-40 series of VMCs is suited for a variety of applications, including precise die/mold work; mixed-volume, short-run operations; and dedicated high-volume applications. With X-, Y- and Z-axis travels of 1,000, 520 and 505 mm, respectively, the machine combines high-performance milling and large machining capacity within a compact footprint of 2,800 × 2,185 × 3,000 mm.

Toyoda Machinery has added high speed linear way machines to its vertical machining line. The high-performance machines are designed for precise, high speed applications.

Mazak’s versatile VTC-200G VMC is designed for part production of long, heavy workpieces. The 154.

Hurco’s VM10U small-footprint, five-axis machining center minimizes setups, eliminates scrap by using powerful verification graphics and minimizes benchwork with smoothing algorithms that deliver quality surface finish. The machine has X-, Y- and Z-axis travels of 21", 16" and 19", respectively.

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Graphic Products’ Elite CAD/CAM software, CAM-Tool version 5, is specially developed for mold and die machining as well as high speed machining, hard milling and medical applications. The MX-S5 option is available for applications that require a five-axis simultaneous output to minimize length-to-diameter ratios of tooling.

Gibbs and Associates’ GibbsCAM Multi-task Machining (MTM) features a ProAXYZ module that enables the software to program thread whirling attachments on Swiss-style machines. According to the company, these machines can provide fast, productive machining of screws requiring high length-to-diameter ratios, high tapers from root to head, tight tolerances and burr-free finish typical of bone screws used in the medical industry.

Geometric’s DFMPro Version 2. 0 for SolidWorks facilitates upstream manufacturability validation and identification of design aspects that are said to be difficult or expensive to manufacture.

The Bosch Rexroth IndraControl VEP series of PC-based human/machine interfaces (HMIs) provides PC power and functionality with an embedded Windows CE operating system. The system uses flashcard technology and multiple operator platforms, allowing equipment designers to choose the best configuration for each machine application and environment.

Kennametal’s Beyond line of high-performance turning products includes 11 additional grades for improved productivity in steel, stainless steels and cast iron applications. The latest grade, KCS10, is a medium positive (MP) geometry with the capability of improved titanium designed to improve surface finish while extending tool life.

Iscar has expanded its Helido Upfeed milling insert line to include diameters ranging from 1″ to 5″. The trigon-shaped, double-sided inserts offer six cutting edges and are designed for a 17-degree lead angle.

Dapra’s Rhino Carb toroid insert line features a traditional, button insert geometry with a strong cutting edge that makes it suited for applications such as mold cavity and core roughing, roughing of complex part contours and helical interpolation of large-diameter holes. The round inserts are said to be useful for pocketing, semi-finishing and face milling.

Arno Rouse’s Shark-Drill 2 system uses replaceable cutting inserts and accommodates a range of diameters using one toolholder. Other features include diameter ranges from 14 to 32 mm, an internal coolant supply, self-centering drill points, optimum insert geometry and long drilling depths.

Mori Seiki’s MV-1003L VMC uses cast iron columns and beds to achieve the high rigidity needed for heavy-duty cutting in the aircraft, shipping and energy industries. The machine’s four types of spindles enable a range of processing options—from high speed machining to heavy-duty cutting.

Grieve’s No. 923 is an electrically heated, 500°F Class 100 cleanroom cabinet oven used for drying precision parts in baskets.

Fixtureworks’ line of Imao pull clamps are said to feature an ergonomic design and precise, secure holding power. The clamps accurately locate workpieces using precision ground clamping pins and fixture-mounted clamp mechanisms, the company says.

Columbia Marking Tools has designed and built the Model 20-20SD, a two-sided, barstock roll-marking machine. The heavy-duty machine simultaneously imprints continuous identification information on two sides of square, hexagonal or round barstock that can range in size from 3/8" to 2 ½" (9.

Universal Balancing’s range of balancing machines can be equipped with on-station correction facilities for semi- or full automation of the balancing process. Typical automated, on-station correction includes drilling, milling and welding heads.

Makino’s T4 five-axis HMC combines lean manufacturing methods with increased metal removal rates for aerospace applications. It is specifically designed for the production of large titanium and titanium alloy aerospace parts including edge frames, pylons and bulkheads.

The Haas Tri60Y dual-axis trunnion rotary table is a five-axis machine with a compact footprint. The machine is designed to mount in the Y direction (front to back on the table) of a mid-sized VMC.

Absolute Machine Tools’ You Ji HMC-1000BP combines boring mill features with a 77,000-lb, moving saddle design HMC. A box-in-box structure confines spindle movement inside the column casting, which reduces moving mass and to allow faster acceleration and rapid rates.

PartMaker, a subsidiary of Delcam, has announced that PartMaker version 9 has been certified for use with Autodesk’s Inventor 2010 solid modeling design system. The CAD/CAM software, which is suited for CNC mills, lathes, wire EDM, turn-mill centers and Swiss-type lathes, attained this certification by meeting certain criteria and demonstrating a high level of interoperability with Autodesk Inventor 2010.

Third Wave Systems has releases version 5. 6 of its AdvantEdge Production Module, a process-analysis CAE software that integrates workpiece material properties, CAD/CAM inputs and machine dynamics to map forces, temperatures and more.

Mastercam offers a range of basic and advanced multi-axis machining strategies with enhancements to the Port5ax and Flow5ax tool paths, TrueSolids five-axis Verify improvements and more. The Port5ax and Flow5ax tool paths include features that allow an overlap or blend to be added at the beginning and end of a tool path.

Henning Industrial Software has added product structure configuration tools to its ERP/shop management software, Visual EstiTrack. Option groups for standard assemblies can now be configured (recalculating their costs) on job estimating material worksheets as well as on sales orders.

The wireless machine health monitor (MHM) from GTI Spindle provides full predictive maintenance information that is accessible anywhere, anytime, the company says, and there are virtually no limitations of sensor type or number of contact points. The system allows users to access vibration signatures, temperature, pressure and other vital information to ensure machine health.

BIG Kaiser Precision Tooling has expanded its Phoenix drill series, which is part of the Sphinx product line. The solid carbide Phoenix drill is said to offer more productivity than conventional solid carbide counterparts.

Suited for plunging, high-feed circular interpolation, ramping and enlarging existing holes, Lovejoy Tool Company’s high-feed 250 series tooling is said to be ideal for light, fast cuts in extended-reach applications and light-duty machines. High-performance, carbide-coated inserts are available for most materials.

Thinbit, manufactured by Kaiser Tool Company, has expanded its selection of internal Groove ‘N Turn toolholders. Available in ½", 5/8", ¾" and 1" diameters, the toolholders have a 1.

Lyndex-Nikken’s shrink fit toolholders are designed for optimum accuracy, rigidity and balance. The solid construction minimizes unbalance variations when changing cutting tools, the company says.

The rigid, one-piece bed design of the next-generation UltraGrind CNC cylindrical grinding machine from Jones & Shipman provides stability and high stock removal rates while maintaining high precision, the company says. The mechanical, electrical and software features are said to ensure easy operation and change-over in demanding production environments.

Vero’s high-end injection molding simulation software has been fully integrated with surface and solid modeling tools; comprehensive two- to five-axis machining strategies with high speed routines; two- and four-axis EDM; and a mold design package. Visi Flow 17 injection molding simulation software uses a custom hexahedral hybrid mesh technology to quickly provide accurate results, the company says.

The Trak DPM SX5 bed mill with the ProtoTrak SMX control may be operated manually or as a two- or three-axis CNC. The solid ram moves up and down for Z-axis operation, providing mass behind heavy cuts.

The company offers a five-axis version of its V33i hard milling VMC, the V33i-5XB. The VMC will be integrated with an Erowa robot at the show to demonstrate how shops can utilize automation in high-accuracy hard milling applications.

The Power-Feed+ high-feed cutter utilizes a trigonal-shaped insert with six cutting edges designed for performance and economy. The insert was engineered for high speed machining and features strong, heavy edge prep as well as durable, wear-resistant substrates and coatings, the company says.

The O-Inspect multi-sensor measuring system from Carl Zeiss is said to increase efficiency during the inspection of small and complex parts in the plastics and medical industries, automobile technology and precision mechanics. Operators can alternate between optical and contact measurements without interrupting the CNC measuring run.

Suited for vertical milling, drilling and tapping, Knuth Machine Tools USA’s VHF 3 universal milling machine also includes a horizontal arbor for horizontal milling, slotting and keyway cutting. The machine is useful for mechanic workshops, production, training, single-part manufacturing and prototyping.

Abanaki Corporation’s Tubetastic low-profile oil skimmer has been redesigned for easier maintenance and lower maintenance costs, the company says. The 6-lb oil skimmer is said to easily mount to the side of virtually any machining center coolant sump.

The fully expandable VX 2009 CAD/CAM product from VX Corporation features Show-n-Tell, a built-in 3D learning system. These integrated 3D books allow users to learn CAD/CAM at their own paces and to grow the software as their needs change—all with instant access to learning tools.

SmartCAM V16. 0 from SmartCAMcnc includes automated toolpath generation directly from a solid model, additional solid model translation and improvements in visualization, verification and usability.

Parasolid version 21. 0 from Siemens PLM Software features enhanced 3D geometric modeling functionalities that allow more complex changes during local edits of geometry.

Valenite introduces its tough grade, VP5635, to the 5600 series steel turning grade family. For applications such as roughing steels, stainless steels and cast iron, this grade is said to increase production cost savings and lower total production time.

Tool Alliance’s SmoothEdge edge preparation is available for virtually all Tungsten ToolWorks products. The edge preparation is said to improve productivity, especially on the company’s carbide inserts and solid carbide round tools.

 The L. S. Starrett Company introduces the Galileo AV350 video measurement system.

 Northfield Precision announces the development of two methods of high/low chucking: “on the fly,” and “cycle interrupt. ” Using a proprietary valve system, delicate parts can be rough machined and finished in one chucking. The cycle starts with the jaws clamping at high pressure for roughing, then dropping down to low pressure for finishing.

 Emuge’s series of miniature solid carbide thread mills are designed for machining difficult materials such as stainless steels, titanium, K-monel, Hastelloy and Inconel, the company says. The line is suitable for a variety of applications especially those in the medical, aerospace, energy, defense and computer industries. According to the company, the thread mills eliminate the possibility and consequences of tap breakage.

 GF AgieCharmilles’ Mikron HSM 400U ProdMed is a high-speed, high-performance machining center that is especially suited for medical manufacturing. The center includes a Heidenhain iTNC 530 control system and smart machining modules that provide advanced levels of monitoring critical to the production of medical implants and equipment, the company says. The system allows the machine to automatically check and evaluate tools and workpieces, inspect tools for breakage and perform measurements of the workpiece.

 Graphic Products’ CAD/CAM software, CAM-Tool Version 5. 0, is designed for mold and die machining.

 Exact Software’s JobBoss CRM is said to help organize and simplify the process of maintaining customer relationships. The company says the manufacturing software provides critical tools within key business functions to manage customer interaction.

 Delcam’s PowerShape CAD software and the PowerMill CAM system are said to offer fast mold design and fast machine tool programming, respectively. The fast mold design has been made possible by incorporating the Parasolid kernel for solid modeling alongside the company’s own surface modeling system.

 Shop Floor Automations’ Predator DNC software allows moldmaking applications to communicate with as many as 256 CNCs simultaneously from a single PC. While other applications are running, the software works in the background, to drip-feed large programs typically used by mold makers. The software also includes a Server Safe mode to protect against lost data in the event of a network crash during drip-feed transfers.

 Rover Data Systems’ Millennium III application is said to be a flexible, open, customizable ERP software system with modules for sales and marketing management, finance, engineering, manufacturing and production management, CRM and inventory control. This system employs a classification of inventory locations to identify where inventory is at all times. While enabling improved inventory control, this system’s modularity is said to help manufacturers meet future business needs by permitting customization in response to changes in the market.

 GE Fanuc’s Program Transfer tool is a Microsoft Windows, PC-based productivity software tool for input and output of part programs and operator files between a PC and a CNC (or data server). Using the tool’s graphical interface to “drag and drop” files, large part program files can be input or output directly to data server storage. This enables users to take advantage of embedded Ethernet for program transfer without first setting up a PC-based FTP application.

Sumitomo’s WDX indexable drills are designed for large diameter hole drilling. The accurately drill can also perform turning and boring operations, the company says. The drill’s nickel-plated steel body is said to reduce inventory costs by accepting the same insert geometry for both the outer and inner cutting edges and allowing the use of all four of the insert’s cutting edges.

 OSG’s Nexus, part of the Vanadium series of high speed drills, features a 40-degree helix and a sharp, thinning point designed to reduce work hardening, improve finish and eliminate exit burrs. The series features WD1, the company’s latest coating technology for drills. Higher oxidation temperatures, better adhesion strength and elevated hardness allow the drills to run faster without shortening tool life, the company says.

Kennametal’s MaxiMet end mills are designed for aerospace and general engineering shops seeking to improve performance in machining high volumes of aluminum. According to the company, the cutters are suitable for applications that require both high metal removal rates and quality wall and floor finishes. The cutters feature a flute design that is said to enable high feed rates by providing rigidity behind the cutting edges.

According to manufacturer Kennametal Extrude Hone, the enhanced TEM S250 deburring machine provides additional value and production flexibility at a competitive price. New features on the redesigned machine include modular construction and a more compact footprint to support lean manufacturing as well as new add-on options that facilitate customization. The machine incorporates the company’s Thermal Energy Method (TEM) technology, which uses heat to remove internal and external bores and flashings from metallic and die-cast workpieces after machining without compromising the integrity of other surfaces.

Kennametal has added screw-on, positive chipbreaker inserts to its Beyond line, which includes 11 grades for improved productivity in steel, stainless steel and cast iron turning applications. The chipbreaker inserts, which include the FP (finishing positive), MP (medium/roughing positive) and MW (flat top) models, are said to provide significant tool life savings across a range of applications and materials. Additionally, the inserts’ tight dimensional tolerances can improve indexability, the company says.

Kennametal’s Mill 1-10 tooling platform performs common machining applications such as face milling, shoulder milling, pocketing, slotting, interpolating and ramping for steels, aluminum and exotics, all with one common insert style. The tooling platform accomplishes this through the use of multifunctional cutter bodies and First Choice inserts, which consist of different grades and edge preps for various work materials but utilize the same cutting geometry and size. Cutter bodies come in straight and helical flute styles.

Designed to replace multiple tools used for roughing, semi-finishing, slotting and profiling, Hanita’s VariMill II family of solid-carbide end mills is suited for high-temperature alloys, nickel- and carbon-based alloys and titanium. Available from Kennametal, the tools feature five unequally spaced flutes, a patented flute form and end geometry and AlTiN coating that enables heavy cuts and long tool life, the company says. The end mill geometries are designed to virtually eliminate chatter and harmonics to allow slotting at cutting depths of 1 × D and perform side-milling operations at redial and axial cutting depths ranging to 0.

Kennametal says its KSEM Plus modular drills combine the high feed rates and length/diameter capabilities of modular drills with the high speed and low consumable costs of indexable drills. The drills offer increased metal removal rates and productivity in various applications, including the energy market. The drill bodies accept a range of head diameters, and inserts or heads can be replaced without removing the body from the spindle.

Mill 1-14 helical cutters from Kennametal are designed for greater axial depth of cut than a standard end mill, the company says. The flexible cutter range features inserts stacked two, three and four high. The helical cutters can be used for medium to heavy roughing and semi-finishing in applications such as contour profiling, slotting, ramping, helical ramping from solid and plunge milling.

The Ken TIP modular drill system from Kennametal features various solid-steel bodies (3 × D, 5 × D and 8 × D, among others) and replaceable drill points for precision hole-making in steel. The modular design allows users to keep the drill bodies in a machine or holder and replace drill points as needed. Running at speeds comparable to those of solid carbide drills, the system offers high metal removal rates compared to common modular drills and reduces setup times, the company says.

Quick Point, the zero-point clamping system from Lang Technovation, is said to be simple, safe and precise. Features include a holding power of 13,227-lbs down force, repeatability of less than 0. 00019" and overall pallet height of 1.

Schwanog says its WPI system facilitates precise and efficient internal plunge cuts for IDs ranging from 8 to 15 mm. Instead of tracing the contour when single-point turning, the geometry is machined simultaneously using a form insert. The system consists of a round shank holder with a coolant-through feature and a ground carbide form insert.

These CNC monitoring appliances are preloaded for detailed reporting, e-mail notifications, cell phone notifications and real-time CNC status display for plug-and-play installation.

The GrindSmart 620XS is a six-axis CNC precision tool grinder for the manufacturing and regrinding of round and non-round cutting tools that range in diameter from 0. 004" (0. 1 mm) to 0.

The FA10S Advance wire EDM features an M700 series Mitsubishi control. The Windows-based system with 15" LCD touchscreen display provides a simple menu configuration for easy navigation, the company says. The machine features 3D adaptive EDM control, which can analyze 3D data and recognize shape characteristics virtually eliminate transition lines in stepped workpiece areas.

 The Mida Laser 75P non-contact programmable tool setting system incorporates a protection system with air-tunnel effect, a powerful integrated microprocessor for best performance under coolant, an active drip rejection filter and enhanced noise reduction with double filtering technology. The programmable system can be adapted to the tool type under verification, to the same rotation speed used during machining and to the desired measuring cycle. The system is available with a “collimated” or “focused” laser beam.

Vericut 7 features performance-improving enhancements that are said to reduce the time required for manufacturing engineers to develop, analyze, inspect and document the CNC programming and machining process. Instead of focusing on new features or add-on modules, the software focuses on diligent code optimization and customer-driven enhancements. According to the company, CNC machine simulation, verification and optimization software enables users to eliminate the process of manually proving-out NC programs.

JobBoss CRM is the ideal tool for the busy manufacturer because it organizes and simplifies the process of maintaining customer relationships, the company says. It provides critical tools within key JobBoss business functions to manage customer interaction. According to the company, software benefits include easy identification and activity monitoring of top customers, insight into quote probability for the next quarter and improved customer service with immediate responses to phone inquiries.

 The Linear 100 is a high precision, universal length measuring instrument for rapid, high-accuracy internal and external measurements directly on the shop floor. The instrument features a direct measuring range to 2″ (50 mm) and an application range to 4″ (100 mm). Key features include an adjustable 3″ × 3″ (76 × 76 mm) measuring table for precise position adjustment of the part when measuring ODs.

Due out in the second quarter of 2009, Mastercam X4 brings users a suite of new tool paths, multi-threading ability and more. The release’s dynamic machining technique allows utilization of the entire flute length of the cutting tool, saving both time and money, the company says. Dynamic machining offers flexible retract options to keep the tool down for smaller parts and rapid retract for larger parts.

 The company’s quick-change tooling system uses a special drawbar assembly with a locking mechanism that replaces a traditional or power drawbar. The collets feature collet closers that retain offsets when the collet is removed from the spindle. The holders feature a drive collar that uses the spindle nose to drive the tool for added rigidity and strength.

 Available in a variety of sizes, heights and drawer configurations, the company’s storage cabinets are equipped with toolholder frames. The modular design of the cabinets allows the drawers and roll-out trays, each of which has a 440-lb load capacity to be reconfigured as needed. The doors on the cabinets are lockable.

 The company’s quick-release clamping systems allow stepless adjustment both horizontally and vertically. The Multi-Quick 150 and 160 clamps feature a compact design with more clamping height and clamping reach. The solid clamping bar can form an extension of the machine table and provide secure, high clamping pressure by direct force.

 KUB Pentron line of drills provides length-to-diameter ratios of 5 × D. The system is equipped with two square inserts that have four effective cutting edges each. The internal and external inserts have exactly the same shape.

 In addition to its line of Alberti Slomline NSK output angle heads, the company now offers Alberti NSK output TurboFlex and TurboDrill air driven tools. These air driven tools operate at up to 58,000 rpm and are offered with a full range of NSK micro machining outputs. Alberti NSK output live tools are also available on a special order basis.

 The Hydro-Jet Eco is described as a high-precision, low cost waterjet cutting system. The unit offers a compact design and cuts virtually any type of material including metal, composites, plastic and more. Equipped with a software package for quick programming on an integrated PC control with graphical user interface, the waterjet technology features a cold-cutting process that ensures distortion free fabrication, the company says.

 The Streamline Pro pump delivers 90,000 PSI and cuts a variety of materials. With speeds up to Mach 4 in water pressure, the system is said to be well-suited for metal manufacturing industries. .

 The 601 Versafuge is designed for fluid cleaning, chip wringing, sludge drying, parts cleaning and washing and drying. This centrifuge provides a cleaning force of 350g. According to the company, the system’s 10-gallon bowl provides cost-effective fluid reclamation for process lubrication and cooling systems.

 The company has launched a range of products that are designed to improve efficiency and reduce costs. When used together, the products in this synergistic system work to maximize metalworking fluid life and performance, the company says. The system consists of cutting fluids that have been carefully formulated to resist bacteria and fungus growth.

 The C100 series of production turn-mill centers features the Fanuc 31i CNC option. With three 14-position tool turrets and identical main and counterspindles, the centers are designed for fast, cost-competitive production of medium-complexity turned parts from barstock ranging from 30 to 42 mm diameter, the company says. Said to be ideal for small- to medium-lot sizes, the three-turret machines deliver high performance within a small footprint, and are targeted to handle fixed-headstock work often run on Swiss-type machines.

 The Phoenix RB is a shop-hardened CMM for small- and medium-sized parts. With a capacity of 12″ × 12″ × 10″, the system complements the larger Phoenix (20″ × 16″ × 14″) and features bearing, way, and scale protection for shop use. The scales are metal-on-steel structures assuring uniform thermal response.

 The Quest CHNC turning center is available with either a 27-mm, 5C or a 42-mm, 16C collet-ready spindle. The machine is designed for high accuracy and quick job changeover to meet the demands of the medical, aerospace, defense and computer/electronics industries. This design configuration allows the use of top plates and tooling used on thousands of previous-generation CHNC machine installations worldwide.

 The SafeLock system combines the advantages of a shrink-fit chuck with those of a positive connection by integrating ball or pin drivers into the chuck. Those drivers grip into helical grooves that are ground into the cutter shank in the opposite direction of the cutting forces. The shape of the groove ensures that the tool is simultaneously safeguarded against spinning and against being pulled out when confronted with radial and axial cutting forces.

Portable or bench external and internal thread inspection systems incorporate functional and pitch diameter size measurements for UN, metric, NPT and other thread forms subject to virtually all thread acceptance standards. The company showcases medical, aerospace and automotive applications that demonstrate how its gage thread inspection systems help ensure complete dimensional conformance of essential thread characteristics. They are useful for operations ranging from simple verification of assembly to complete process control systems for safety critical applications.

 Excelerator Mills are designed for high-performance milling in difficult-to-machine materials using the company’s ceramic inserts. Typical application areas include most hardened materials above 40 Rc and nickel- and cobalt-based super alloys. Ring Max ring-groove cutters are engineered to cut machining time of API ring grooves, the company says.

The company offers specialized high-precision tooling and accessories designed for users of Swiss-type machines and other small-parts manufacturing equipment. The product line includes Utilis Swiss-made inserts, which provide repeatability of less than 0. 0004" for turning work 1" in diameter and less.

 The Global Application Builder (GAB) is a programming tool that allows users to modify its ERP system to suit specific needs. GAB is a Rapid Application Development (RAD) language built to integrate with the company’s One-System ERP solutions. GAB allows both front-end and business logic customizations without affecting the core system.

The company features live Web demonstrations of the Vendor Managed Inventory (eVMI) and Customer Managed Inventory (CMI) systems on a large flat screen. These barcode scanning systems allow users to maintain full control of the ordering process and spending levels, and they improve productivity. Additionally, the company’s ToolBoss vending machine is part of its Competitive Advantage Program, which aims to drive costs out of the manufacturing process, the company says.

HyperMill 2009. 1 provides solutions for 2. 5D to 3D to five-axis applications.

 The company’s e-commerce solution checks real-time part availability and processes orders directly to their warehouse for improved shipping response. Cross-referencing of alternative stock parts is available through its on-line search. This feature allows customers to search for identical parts listed under different manufacturers’ part numbers.

The Model 560 Video permits rapid, precise inspection of virtually all cutting tool geometry characteristics for both new and reground tools. The system uses a series of lenses and a camera to display the image of the tool being analyzed on a video monitor. A Windows-compatible software analysis program is displayed on the monitor where the tool analysis is conducted.

 The five-axis module of GibbsCAM 2009 software is said to reduce set-ups and overall machining time. In addition to the overall improvements, the module includes enhancements to the postprocessors that extend support to drive virtually all five-axis machines with rotary heads, the company says. General machining capabilities of the five-axis module include multi-surface five-axis roughing and finishing; multi-surface, five-axis flow-line machining; surface-edge five-axis swarf cutting; an adaptable interface based upon part-type strategy; advanced gouge checking to ensure safe cuts in complex operations; complete control of entry, exit, cut-to-cut and between-cut motion; and five-axis depth cuts machining; and more.

The ER Zeta safety collet clamping system from Zollmann GmbH offers a unique profile that allows for various mounting adapters or spanner wrench to be screwed on by means of a bayonet-style locking feature. The system is suited for use in tight areas. The collet nuts offer a high clamping torque that reduces overall runout.

The FP300 is a production grade, flatbed fiber laser capable of marking and engraving coated and uncoated metals plus a variety of plastics and other materials. It is offered in three powers: 10, 20 and 30 W, so it can be configured to a user’s specific needs. The laser’s engraving area measures 29" × 17" and accommodates parts as tall as 6".

The FH400J is the company’s smallest HMC to date. Designed with a 15,000-rpm spindle, the machine is suited for high speed applications. The 2.

Thinbit, manufactured by Kaiser Tool Company, has expanded its selection of adapters for the Mini-Bore, Microbit and MiniGroove ‘N Turn tooling lines. The new adapters are available with 3/4" and 1" ODs and 1/8", 3/16", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8" and 1/2" IDs. .

Designed for metal alloy analysis, the Thermo Scientific Niton XL3t series with geometrically optimized large-area drift detector (GOLDD) technology is said to bring lab-quality performance to a handheld XRF analyzer. It can also instantly regain lost traceability on materials. GOLDD technology delivers improvements in light element detection, overall sensitivity and measurement times, the company says.

The company features two styles of magnetic workholding devices: permanent magnetic blocks and electro-permanent magnets. According to the company, magnets are ideal for machining flat stock steel because they provide access to five sides of the workpiece. Part setups are quick and easy, the company says, and the magnetic devices maintain maximum hold-down force.

 The FO350 S ram EDM is said to increase productivity and enable fine, shiny surface finishes. The FO350S works in "blade" type applications and pre-roughed 3D cavities. It is designed with a double thermostabilization system that prevents the impact of temperature variations, allowing for maximum accuracy.

Advanz carbide-tipped band saw blades feature a high-quality, submicron-grain carbide tooth tip cylinder with a triple-chip grind, which is welded to a tough, ductile back. These blades also feature quality carbide-to-back bonding and offer fatigue, shock, wear and strip resistance when cutting difficult-to-machine materials, the company says. The blades are available in “FS” and “TS” configurations.

The versatile collet-chuck-style broach toolholders use ER-style collets, which are said to reduce the time-consuming, three-screw method of centering a high speed steel broach in the broach toolholder. Also, an ER style collet can hold broaches with shanks of virtually any diameter within its range. For example, one holder can hold three different broach tools with varying shank diameters.

The Sinumerik 840D is said to increase performance and user productivity on the manufacturing floor, especially for high-speed and five-axis aerospace machining. The solution line is a universal and flexible CNC system featuring Sinamics S120 drives that can be used for as many as 31 axes. It is a distributed, scalable, open and inter-connecting system that offers a range of specialized functions for milling, drilling, turning, grinding and handling technologies.

 The Cinch carbide insert chamfering tool uses a square ANSI standard insert and is available in 60-, 82-, 90- and 120-degree included angles. The compact, rigid design enables users to chamfer holes as small as 7/32″ diameter while utilizing the higher rpm and feed rates available on today’s machines. The tool is also available in a double angle configuration which enables chamfering both the top and bottom of holes as small as 21/32″ diameter.

 These conical ball nose end mills are designed for machining specific components in several key manufacturing segments, including automotive, aerospace, energy and HVAC. The conical-shaped end mills feature a highly accurate ball nose, capable of completely machining impellers, blisks, turbine blades and tire profiles without changing tools during three-axis and five-axis operations. Uncoated designs are able to mill aluminum and specialty steels, including nickel-chrome steels and Inconel.

According to the manufacturer, the rugged and durable stainless steel design of the single-element FLDHousing allows for higher temperatures and pressures. The company adds that it does not to shrink the way plastic does and will not degrade or become brittle over time. Compared with multi-cartridge models, the housing is said to yield greater dirt-holding capacity and provide in-line, in-and-out connections that are easier to install and operate.

 The company has added 22 five-axis machining strategies to the existing functionalities of both Esprit SolidMill and SolidMillTurn FreeForm CAM software packages. These simultaneous five-axis machining cycles are available for both milling and turn-mill machines. The FreeForm 5-axis composite machining cycle allows users to independently define the machining patterns and tool orientation strategies to be used when creating the simultaneous five-axis tool paths.

The CAD/CAM reseller specializes in programming seven-axis robots with Robotmaster CAD/CAM; providing complete machine communications for all CNC equipment with Cimco DNC-Max; and machining two- through five-axis tool paths with Mastercam CAD/CAM software. The company also offers service, support, training and consulting. .

According to the manufacturer, the advanced feed system allows companies to increase productivity, decrease setup time, reduce operator error and virtually eliminate waste. The feed system can turn a semi-automatic machine into a fully automatic production machine. Operators can either manually enter dimensions into the controller or pull a cut list directly from the controller.

 PowerMILL CAM software is designed for high-speed and two- to five-axis machining, The latest enhancements include improvements to two-axis machining and three- to five-axis surface finishing options. Other improvements include tool database improvements, the ability to transform multiple tool paths using groups and integral machine simulation for optimal toolpath verification. The company’s FeatureCAM 2009 package incorporates increased options for more complex machines, such as multi-tasking and multi-axis machines.

According to the company, the M20 × 60 mid-sized combination lathe is flexible enough to handle a variety of work ranging from single-piece prototypes to high-volume production. The machine features a 15-hp spindle motor, a 20. 4" swing over the bed and a 10.

The powRgrip PG system uses a toolholder and collet to generate high clamping forces while maintaining a TIR of less than 0. 0001", the company says. The system is said to be ideal for high speed machining applications, and it can clamp tool shanks ranging to 1" in diameter.

 The M8 is a five-axis, high speed machining center designed for manufacturing small parts, especially those requiring tight tolerances. The center can access five sides of a part to complete it in a single set-up. According to the company, the center is ideal for producing medical, aerospace and electro-mechanical components.

The self-contained, pneumatic B80 power collet chuck does not require a lathe, grinder or rotary table to have a hydraulic system, rear actuator, restrictive draw-tube or air-feed tubes. Instead, the collet chuck is operated by an air cylinder integrated into the collet chuck body. The device is especially useful for common toolroom lathes or flat-bed lathes, which typically don’t have hydraulic systems or other means to accommodate power chucks.

The laser-based Labmaster universal measuring instrument is suited for gage calibration laboratories that need to precisely measure length, OD, ID, pitch diameter, linear displacement and thickness. According to the company, accuracy is maintained via a laser interferometer, a zero Abbé offset design and a large measuring table with center position, pitch and yaw controls. The computer-controlled precision air-bearing slide and gaging fingers reduce operator-influenced errors by maintaining constant force.

The company says it can build, paint, test and ship custom hydraulic units in 3 days or less to anywhere in the world using its rapid response hydraulic power unit program. Both vertical- and horizontal-style units are available and range in size from 2 to 50 gallons. The 15-hp (maximum) units can deliver as much as 15 gpm at pressures ranging to 3,000 psi.

 The company’s line of hole-finishing tools includes Burraway and Burr-Off mechanical deburring tools for controlled edge break or burr removal on both sides of holes in one pass. Shefcut precision reaming and boring tools which are designed for accurate size, fine finish and superior hole geometry are also available. Tools for burnishing include multi-roll, single-roll, and diamond burnishing tools, which are said to provide for accurate sizing, fine finishing, and work-hardening of bores and shafts in seconds.

The latest version of PartMaker CAD/CAM software allows users to integrate a solid model into a programming window and assign tool paths directly to the model. Critical manufacturing data is automatically retrieved from a solid model using the software’s new “Extract Parameters from Solids” feature. This saves time and reducing the chance for error by eliminating redundant data entry, the company says.

For deep-hole drilling, the company offers the Helios 15D and 20D cobalt HSS drills. The drills can process deep holes without the use of an internal coolant supply and without pecking. The flute design improves chip evacuation, making it feasible to drill as much as 20 × D without pecking.

 The company introduces a variety of toggle clamps with safety locks. Latch-action toggle clamps are available in five sizes ranging from 360- to 7,500-lbs capacity. All are equipped with a threaded U bolt for adjustability and a matching latch plate.

The 60120 JetMachining center is said to be ideal for quickly and accurately cutting large or multiple parts from stock ranging to 5 × 10 ft (1. 5 × 3 m). The system features a 600-lb abrasive delivery feed system as well as a traction drive that enables faster traverse speeds.

 The company’s Calypso 3D measuring software allows measurement and automatic documentation of geometries and surface roughness in a single set-up. The interface permits the measurement of geometry and surface data of workpieces. When used with the Handysurf surface measuring instrument and the DuraMax CMM, the software offers comprehensive measurements of the workpiece shape and surface.

The Epoch 1000 series digital ultrasonic flaw detectors combine high performance for conventional portable flaw detection with the power of phased array imaging. The Epoch 1000, 1000iR and 1000i provide conventional ultrasound capabilities for both the standard and advanced-level inspector. The portable instruments can also be integrated into small systems for high speed scanning and single-channel imaging.

 The Mega Synchro tapping holder compensates for synchronization error during rigid tapping by reducing the thrust load to both the tap and workpiece, improving thread quality and tap life. This is facilitated through a mechanism that absorbs the pitch difference between the tap and synchronous spindle. Capable of supplying coolant through slits to the tap periphery, the holder is available in various lengths and spindle interfaces to suit any company’s needs.

The expanded SmartScope ZIP family of multi-sensor CNC dimensional measurement systems is available in various sizes for a range of applications. The systems use crisp-imaging zoom optics for non-contact video measurement of manufactured parts. The AccuCentric 7:1 motorized zoom lens auto-calibrates with every magnification change for consistent measurements.

The MM-200 measuring microscope is designed for the general manufacturing, automotive and electronics industries. The compact, easy-to-use microscope features high quality, accuracy and durability, the company says. The built-in digital measuring stage and DRO attach directly to the arm, which reduces the footprint by 50 percent.

The 620/350 CNC TG “twin-grip” centerless grinder runs a 24" OD × 14" wide grinding wheel with a 50-hp spindle. With a new wheel, it can grind a workpiece with a maximum OD of 8". It uses a Fanuc control and is capable of heavy stock removal as well as achieving sub-micron tolerances.

Designed to increase the versatility of standard 4" and 6" vises, the TalonGrip bolt-on system is suited for performing aggressive machining operations while clamping on as little as 0. 060" of workpiece material. The system is said to be ideal for small lot sizes, difficult applications and prototype work.

The TT series machining center features a twin-table design. While the tables operate on the same linear rail platform, each is controlled independently. This allows one table to machine parts within the enclosed work area while the other sits outside the enclosure for convenient loading and unloading.

The compact Kiwa-Japan KH-41 HMC is 60. 2" (1,530-mm) wide and can handle a variety of workpieces, providing an ideal entry-level factory automation solution, the company says. The HMC has a full rotary B axis and can be installed in the same space as a vertical machine.

 The MX7 can machine unattended with a variety of tools ranging to 5/8″ (16 mm) in diameter. Designed for rapid processing of batches of precision tools, the system offers a 10-second, automated wheel exchange and a 10-second workpiece change with its MLX integrated loader. Six standard HSK 50 wheel packs offer production flexibility and the potential for unattended productivity.

The Fanuc iMed wire EDM is designed for continuous production of parts such as aerospace components, medical instruments and implants. It uses brass wire (0. 004" to 0.

 The SBB-12 is a spiral-bottom, round-bowl deburring unit with a full circle baffle that keeps parts in the media mass constantly for faster, more precise processing. The unit features a 12-cubic-foot, urethane-lined tub for parts protection. Other spiral-bottom models have tub capacities of 8 to 12 cubic feet and custom-designed models can have capacities as much as 100 cubic feet.

The i-150 multitasking machining center is said to combine versatility and accuracy for manufacturing small, complex components from barstock. The machine features a front-mounted, 36-tool changer; a single, horizontal main spindle with15 hp that is capable of speeds as fast as 5,000 rpm; and a C-axis control. The 6" through-hole chuck can accommodate bars as large as 2.

 The Revolution drill features a replaceable cartridge design allows users to adjust diameters up to 0. 200" (5. 1 mm), eliminating the need for specials or subsequent boring operations.

 The company has expanded its Tri-Ten planetary head deburring system to include a return-to-operator (RTO) configuration. The series is designed to deburr both sides of a part in a single pass. Parts are loaded at one end and a magnetic conveyor passes them through an offset planetary deburring head where three fiber abrasive brushes deburr the upward-facing surface.

Scientific Cutting Tools’ corner-rounding end mills feature three flutes and are double ended to provide maximum value. The cutter diameter and the cut depth are held to ±0. 001" tolerance to provide ease of setup.

Mitsubishi Carbide’s GY grooving system is designed to optimize rigidity and accuracy. Flexibility is configured to maintain overall strength comparable to a mono-block-type holder. The Tri-Lock system secures a modular blade from three directions.

ITI Tooling says its Rapid Change tooling system offers a fast and safe way to exchange tools on CNC lathes. Swappable heads, static or driven, can be exchanged in as little as 7 sec, which reduces setup and tool-change times. The company’s cam-lock device allows users to release or secure swappable heads with a half-turn of an Allen wrench.

Engis says its Hyprez Five Star/US diamond compound is suitable for use in virtually all polishing applications. In particular, it is designed to produce high-luster finishes on molds. The compound combines the cutting characteristics of natural diamond with the durability of manufactured diamond to create an all-purpose, precision blend that is said to increase cutting speeds and lengthen service life.

SPI Lasers introduces a range of high-power OEM fiber lasers that can be used independently or incorporated into high-power laser systems for cutting and welding applications in the industrial macro market. Integrating multiple units, typically in the range 300 to 500 W, offers a flexible, power-scalable product architecture suited for a range of applications such as high speed metalcutting, remote welding and materials processing in the industrial and automotive sectors. The OEM fiber lasers are available with a 400-W output using single-emitter integrated pump diodes.

Process Welding Systems has partnered with OR Lasertechnology to sell their line of laser welders. The HTS 160-watt laser system features motor traverse in X, Y, Z and R axes, a teach-in function, autoweld (CNC control), an internal compressor cooling system and a precision rail system by THK. The laser welder can join dissimilar and exotic materials with low heat input, low thermal distortion and with filler materials.

Prima offers the Optimo 3D laser cutting and welding system for large workpieces. The five-axis system includes the CV5000 laser resonator, which is suited for high cutting speeds. It has the ability to process thicker materials and produce high cut quality with a reduced heat-effected zone, the company says.

Omax’s 2626|xp is suited for the manufacture of precision medical instruments and devices, which are usually made of titanium or stainless steel and require high accuracy and quality surface finishes, the company says. The waterjet can machine a variety of additional materials, including plastics, glass, ceramics and composites. Featuring a positioning accuracy of ±0.

 The Jet-Edge large-format mid-rail gantry waterjet system features a 21- × 13-ft. work envelope with an exposed tank that accommodates overhead loading. A single cutting head is standard and an optional second cutting head can be added for increased productivity.

 According to the manufacturer, Flow International, the Paser 4 system is an efficient, integrated abrasive waterjet cutting system that is capable of unattended operation. The machine will either shut itself down or notify users in the case of abrasive waterjet failure. A redesigned cutting head features a mixing chamber for efficient abrasive entrainment and extended orifice life.

 Electrox has developed a system for marking arrays of small items loaded in a jig. With this system, customers can achieve rapid setup time, minimize waste and increase throughput. The system uses a through-the-lens camera to automatically ensure every item is marked in the same position and in the same direction, irrespective of the orientation of the part in the array.

 Bystronic’s Bylaser, a 6,000W resonator, incorporates a mirror detection system, an end mirror sensor and an output coupler sensor. According to the company, these features automatically monitor the conditions of the two most important mirrors in the system and will shut down the resonator if a fault is detected. The magnetic blower is said to provide a wear-free and maintenance-free turbine blower that requires no lubrication or other maintenance tasks.

This A-1 Laser International workstation is fully integrated with the Radiance Discovery ultrafast pulse laser and the NuTec dual shuttle motion system. Ultrafast pulse laser light is said to precisely cut, without heat, virtually any material. This laser system is said to be the first femtosecond laser system solution for industrial production.

Murata Machinery says its Motorum 2558 Hybrid laser punch system combines high speed processing; reliable and accurate punching and forming; and flexible laser cutting. A CNC and laser oscillator are said to increase the system’s overall productivity by integrating bending, forming, tapping and other processes with standard punching and laser cutting operations. According to the company, the laser punch system provides a high-quality edge cut with features such as a cutting monitor, a user-friendly laser cutting head with a crash-protection function, a non-contact height sensor and a laser power control function for complicated edge cutting.

 Autodesk Inventor 2010 uses automated capabilities to design injection molds for plastic parts. The software creates and validates the corresponding mold design, helping to reduce errors and improve mold performance. The software provides improved support for motion simulation as well as static and modal finite element analysis at the part and assembly level, the company says.

 Geometric Limited has released DFMPro for Pro/Engineer. The design for manufacturability (DFM) product is integrated within the Pro/Engineer design environment and provides a series of automated checks and analysis to assist designers in creating cost-effective designs, the company says. The software is designed to facilitate upstream manufacturability validation and identify areas of design that are difficult and expensive to manufacture.

 For automatic measurement of a machine’s rotary axis, Heidenhain offers KinematicsOpt, to its iTNC 530 contouring control. This software option, coupled with the company’s touch probe mounted into the CNC machine spindle, is said to increase the accuracy of the control. The automatic measurement function can measure a rotary table, tilting table or swivel head.

 MachineWorks v. 6. 6 CNC simulation software features a high-performance graphics engine that supports OpenGL and DirectX 10.

Fastems’ Fadector automated data collection system monitors production to eliminate errors that may be generated during manual collection of data. The system collects eight I/O signals from the production machine and matches the combinations to the device’s state codes. The states can be examined using a 24-hour period, 7-day period or a specific user-selected period.

Verisurf’s reverse engineering software now features AutoSurface, which enables automatic creation of complex shaped surfaces from point clouds. Users can then output a solid or surface model that is compatible with various CAD systems. The company’s reverse engineering solutions can be used for high-volume point cloud acquisition and management.

TopSolid’Mold 2009 dedicated mold design software from Missler features complete CAM integration with TopSolid’Cam. The software update enables calculation of the shrinkage factor; analysis of undercuts; calculation of the parting line and surface of the joint; automatic creation and definition of the core block and cavity; implementation of the standard carcass systems of injection and ejection; and analysis of the cooling system.  Molds can be designed in a collaborative environment with several users working at the same time, thus reducing design times.

Siemens Energy & Automation offers its SinuTrain solution, a package of CNC training software on CD-ROM that runs with Windows XP. To further speed the program-generation protocol, NC programs can be developed and simulated using a direct connection to the company’s CAD systems. In this way, mill and lathe operators not only learn the control language commands, but also visualize part programs on PC screens that are identical to actual machine screens.

Motoman’s enhanced graphics simulator, MotoSim EG, is available with virtual robot controller (VRC) capability, which is said to provide accurate 3D simulation of robot cells. With VRC, the software operates and displays the actual programming pendant interface for the NX100 controller. The interface display is the same whether a programmer uses a teach pendant on the controller or uses the software on a PC.

MecSoft Corporation, developer of VisualCAM and VisualMill, offers an export add-in for SpaceClaim. SpaceClaim part file geometry can be exported to VisualCAM, and users can set various options to control the output. The add-in launches VisualCAM automatically and loads geometry.

Mastercam X3 offers a suite of six 2D high speed tool paths—peel mill, core mill, area mill, rest mill, blend mill and facing—all of which are optimized for high speed machining and hard milling. The 2D tool paths are said to make processes more efficient and automated while minimizing programming and cycle times. According to the company, all tool paths deliver efficient, low-stress motion without using a high speed machine.

The Grizzly G0592 metalcutting 10″ × 18″ band saw features a 2-hp motor with variable speed control ranging from 98 to 394 fpm. A swivel head ranges from 45 degrees right to 60 degrees left and features a quick-positioning vise. Other features include a hydraulic downfeed control, an adjustable blade guide system and ball bearings in the blade wheels.

Riten Industries has designed a spring-loaded live center that automatically maintains proper axial pressure on the workpiece. Four interchangeable, color-coded springs provide light, medium, heavy and extra-heavy linear force. The self-contained model can be chucked and is said to be suitable for multifunction turning centers with subspindles and programmable tailstocks.

The entry-level Nakamura-Tome TW-8 multitasking turn-mill center from Methods Machine Tools is said to reduce cycle times. An opposed, two-spindle, two-turret construction allows the centers to perform like two single spindle machines within a compact footprint, the company says. The system features a Fanuc 31iA control that offers standard conversational programming.

Kyocera Industrial Ceramics introduces a small, double-sided negative insert tool system for Swiss-type precision machining. The double-sided insert design provides two cutting edges that are said to improve stability. The company says that the tool’s sharp cutting edge is the equivalent of a positive insert edge, and its small toolholder design facilitates multiple tool-post locations without subspindle interference.

EMAG’s USC 11/USC 21 series offers users a machine platform for the flexible machining of tubular components. The machine concept is characterized by the design of its “rotating tube,” which allows for complete machining of the external and internal connective sections of the oil pipes and minimizes the effort required for setup, the company says. The USC four-axis turning machine is said to offer shorter cycle times and provide higher-quality components compared with a two-axis machine.

The TMX series of slant-bed lathes from Hurco includes three turning centers: TMX8, TMX8MY and TMX8MYS, all of which include construction and high-performance specifications for efficiency. Specifications include rapids of 950 ipm (X axis) and 1,200 ipm (Z axis), a spindle speed of 14,500 rpm and a 36-hp spindle motor. The all-digital control, drives and motors along with absolute encoders on all linear axes provide superior surface finish capability, the company says.

The Hardinge Group has replaced the mechanical gearbox in the HLV toolroom lathe with an electronic servomotor and threading computer. This is said to both eliminate the need to purchase gears for different inch or metric threads and to ease left-hand threading. Thread range is 0.

GBI Cincinnati’s five-axis, traveling-column machining center, the matec-30 HV/K, has torque drives in the swiveling axes (swivel head and rotary table) and is suited for precise mold work and mixed-volume, short run operations. With X-, Y- and Z-axis travels of 1,300, 600 and 800 mm, respectively, the center combines high-performance turning/milling and large machining capacity within a compact, 4,900- × 4,355- × 3,250-mm footprint. The 1,515- × 635-mm table with five T slots can handle a maximum table load of 1,000 kg.

DMG’s CTX beta TC and CTX gamma TC series turn/mill centers feature an integrated, moving column with a turning/milling spindle and an interpolating B axis. The machines are capable of turning workpieces ranging from 49. 2" to 78.

Swiss tooling and a range of machine-specific adapters from European manufacturer Dieterle are now available in North America from the CIMtek group. The Dieterle line includes the Eco-Star Extrenal Tooling System, which consists of hardened and tempered toolholders designed for easy insert change and precise insert location. Featuring a pressed steel bushing, this design allows users to change inserts without removing the toolholder from the machine.

NIMS is an American National Standards Institute (ANSI)-accredited developer of precision manufacturing skills standards and competency assessments. Credentials for CNC milling operators and CNC turning operators are the most recent certification products available from National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS). Also, the first on the job trainer and training coordinator (OJT) certifications were issued at the beginning of last year.

The Nakamura-Tome multitasking turning center is said to offer 100-percent stock-on turning and machining that virtually eliminates lost productivity from tool changes. The Super NTY3 has three turrets, each with a Y axis—all in a relatively small footprint (109. 45" × 77.

The 12-axis Swiss-type machine features an independent three-turret design to allow three tools to be used at any time, working simultaneously in the cut. Fully independent front/back machining capability enables a variety of tools to make complicated parts in a single operation. Providing fast rapids and a quick tool change with great accuracies, the ECAS-20T is suitable for traditionally difficult and complex parts, the company says.

This cold finisher operating numerous continuous drawing lines, maintains an inventory of cold finished steel bars ready for shipment. As a result, it can achieve the benefits of stable production such as product consistency from bar to bar. The inventory of copper alloy bar products includes various grades of brass, bronze, high leaded brass and leaded nickel silver.

The company’s automatic fire suppression systems are suited for CNC machines that use oil-based lubricants, which can overheat, ignite and cause a flash fire. Featuring a flexible polymer tubing that ruptures when exposed to a flame, these automatic systems detect and suppress a fire by flooding the machining area with a suppression agent and turning the power off. The machine can be returned to service within an hour.

The eight-spindle Mori-Say TMZ 867 CNC multi-spindle multifunction production center can accommodate barstock as large as 72 mm in diameter and can operate as an open-front chucker. The multi-spindle offers high precision CNC production capability to a range of part sizes that, until now, required other types of machines, such as rotary transfer machines, the company says. Provided with a double Siemens 840 D CNC, the machine offers as many as 72 CNC axes and can perform almost any metalcutting operation on precision parts including drilling, tapping, milling and hobbing.

The MLK-32 hybrid offers a seven-axis sliding headstock with a removable guide bushing. The hybrid model has a 7. 5-hp main spindle and a 7.

Epicor provides ERP solutions that are designed to satisfy the needs of any manufacturer regardless of country, industry or device, the company says. It offers business management, providing real-time, in-context business insight throughout virtually any manufacturing environment.  The software is equipped with feature sets to support environments including make-to-order, engineer-to-order, configure-to-order, mixed-mode, make-to-stock and discrete manufacturing.

The indexable-insert-style broaching tool is suited for use in CNC lathes with a locking spindle. While there are other ways to broach, this system is designed to provide an efficient, cost-effective way to broach keyways ranging from 1/8" to 1/2", the company says. The TiN-coated, razor-sharp carbide insert is said to last longer than brazed carbide inserts.

The company has revamped the PartMaker user interface, improved capabilities for programming directly on solid models and the ability to automatically generate descriptive and visual setup information. The user interface features easy-to-use, user-configurable toolbars.  Existing icons have been recast to make them easier to understand, the company says.

The heavy-duty Fanuc RoboDrill eco VMC offers high-speed milling, drilling, tapping, deburring and chamfering. The machine is named for its ecological spindle that returns energy to the machine in the intervals between cutting. It has a working cube of 19.

The powRgrip PG system uses a toolholder and collet to generate a high clamping force while still maintaining a TIR of less than 0. 0001". The company says it takes less than 10 seconds to press in a tool or remove it from the holder.

The Alpha ST 212 and ST 320 bar feeders provide reliability, stability and ease of operation, the manufacturer says. Model ST 320 feeds round barstock from 0. 12" to 0.

The Sigma 20, a high-speed sliding headstock turning center, is designed with the flexibility required in a job shop environment. This machine can turn simple to moderately complex parts. The counterspindle is as powerful as the main spindle, allowing operators to perform simultaneous machining to minimize cycle times, the company says.

The C100 series of production turn-mill centers are versatile, high production machines linked in real-time to the company’s Virtual Machine programming and simulation suite. Virtual Machine includes user software that is a mirror of the real machine configuration. The data allow users to program, set up and operate the “virtual machine” in exactly the same way as the real machine.

The company offers short, compact spindles designed for use on CNC turn-mill centers. The EMS-3060A is 124-mm long, and it features an electric motor and 60,000 rpm. The PMS-3020A is 105-mm long, features an air motor and 20,000 rpm.

The new collet chuck-style broach toolholders are said to be versatile because they use ER-style collets, which are designed to reduce the three-screw method of centering the HSS broach in the broach toolholder. The ER-style collet will hold virtually any diameter shank broach tool in the holder within the range of the collet.  A built-in stop screw allows the operator to adjust for different length broaches and to compensate for different lengths on re-sharpened broaches.

The E2 Shop System 7. 1 simplifies key business tasks by enhancing reporting capabilities. The E2 Report Wizard offers drill-down data navigation and on-the-fly sorting.

The company has added a 20-mm and 22-mm-diameter model to its Micro line of high-speed spindles for Swiss turning. Right-hand spindles are also available. These spindles eliminate secondary operations for Swiss-type lathes.

Groove n’ Turn toolholders offer a new holder available in 1/2", 5/8", 3/4" and 1" diameters. It has a 1. 250" minimum bore and holds inserts with cutting depths to 0.

The RS 51 MSY turning center with live tooling, C axis, Y axis and subspindle offers exceptional vibration control, thermal stability and accuracy, the company says. The turning center has a collet-ready spindle that uses a range of the company’s precision workholding devices and is designed to be hard-turning and hard-milling machine that economically produces complex hardened parts in a single setup. All RS Series models (RS 42, RS 51 and RS 65) feature the Eppinger Self Alignment (ESA) top-plate tooling system, allowing highly accurate tool positioning and directing cutting forces to the machine base, the company says.

The MultiSigma 8 × 24 produces complex parts in one setup. Eight independent spindles allow for high flexibility, while an integrated robot allows for the automatic unloading of parts into a pallet. The machine is supplied with the latest motorspindles, featuring synchronous motors.

Global Application Builder (GAB), a programming tool that allows users to modify its ERP system to suit their specific needs, follows significant and successful customer field-testing of GAB in a variety of applications. The tool is a rapid application development language built from the ground up to integrate with the company’s One-System ERP tools. The tool allows both front-end and business logic customizations without impact to the core system.

The Spinner machine batch deburrs ferrous and nonferrous parts produced on Swiss-type screw machines and lathes. According to the company, it quickly and effectively batch-deburrs most small, precision parts produced for the medical, electronics and aerospace industries.  The stainless steel pin media removes light burrs and micro-burrs without harming the part.

The company offers hundreds of new tools among its thread mill, specialty end mill, boring bar, threading tool, grooving tool and port tool product lines. Tools include corner rounding end mills with three flutes, double ended; solid carbide engraving tools in a variety of angles and sizes; and mini-boring bars with diameters ranging from 0. 015" to 0.

GibbsCAM MTM (multitask machining) now includes lathe features that are said to provide more efficiency through tool control and take advantage of newer high-tech cutting tools that turn harder materials and machine smoother surfaces. Among the features is a ProAXYZ module that enables MTM users to program thread whirling attachments on Swiss-type machines, thereby eliminating the complexity of time consuming, manual code modification at the machine control, the company says. Also, as a result of the company’s collaboration with Mazak, Mori Seiki and Tornos, the MTM module now includes features to support advanced machines from these partners.

The Utilis Multidec 3000 series double-sided turning inserts are said to provide long life and repeatability to 0. 0004" for cutoff, front and back turn, groove and turn and threading work. The holder features a recessed pocket for precise locating, increased insert rigidity and absorbed cutting forces, making the series especially useful for a range of tough applications, the company says.

A modular tooling system for multi-spindle automatics is available, including the latest models for Davenport machines. Besides being more rigid than dovetail form tools, the modular system allows for much faster tool changes, the company says. This system consists of a modular insert holder assembly and a cross-slide holder assembly, offered in both up-cut and down-cut versions.

The company’s B765Y3 has more than 4" of Y-axis travel on all three turrets. Combined with the company’s standard tooling, customers can load as many as 144 cutting tools, allowing them to either machine several different parts without any change-over time or load several redundant cutting tools (using the company’s tool load software to detect tool wear and run “lights out”). The machine has 2.

The Esprit 2009 CAM software is designed to save time and money by importing solid models, recognizing features on those models and automatically drawing options from a database of machining practices for the machining of those specific features and for a range of machine types. The KnowledgeBase user interface has been centralized to make it easier to manage all of the data in the database, the company says. The single, consistent user interface allows users to access all the data from one central location, such as the processes, materials and cutting tools, and context-sensitive commands are available with a right-click of the mouse.

The company offers horizontal continuous casting and indirect extrusion to manufactured extruded products with consistent geometries, features and properties. Extruded shapes are manufactured to exceed ASTM standards. Precision saws add value by turning shapes into nearer-net components, the company says.

The company provides a turnkey service that facilitates production of precision parts suitable to run on cam-type Swiss automatics. Personnel work in-house to cover requirements for the entire process, from initial cycle time estimates to the final machine acceptance run. Customers have reported ROI of 6 months because of the low package price, the company says.

Designed to enhance the performance of a CNC lathe, the company offers a variety of live tools. These tools are designed to improve milling, drilling and tapping capabilities in turning operations. The company stocks a range of standardized live tools for CNC turning centers from major builders.

Version 5. 3 of Third Wave Systems’ AdvantEdge FEM computer aided engineering (CAE) software package is a materials-based solution for the optimization of metal machining. The software provides validated, detailed information about heat flow, temperatures, stresses, tool life and surface characteristics for machining processes.

SolidCAM has implemented STL cutting capability into SolidCAM2009. The module enables the user to directly machine STL files, which can be used in 3D scanning and rapid prototyping applications to describe 3D surface geometry. The module generates the stock box and the CAM part directly from the STL file.

A comprehensive set of instructional videos from PartMaker Inc. , a division of Delcam Plc, detail the enhanced features in PartMaker version 9. These tutorials can be downloaded from its Web site, www.

The flexible, easy-to-use NewtonWorx line of motion controls from OES reduces machine development time and saves engineering resources, the company says. Featuring a modular system of driver boards, NewtonWorx stepper drives can be assembled as part of a complete CNC system. The control features plug-and-play capability.

Motoman’s NX100 robot controller with a Windows CE programming pendant and a color touchscreen is designed to easily handle multiple tasks. High speed processing capability allows it to control as many as four robots for a total of 36 axes (including robots and external axes). It also features I/O devices from a single point of control.

Freedom eLog from MAG Industrial Automation Systems is plant-floor monitoring software designed to provide around-the-clock intelligence on machine uptime. The software uses color coding to identify various machining events. For example, on Web-based reports, the software displays machine uptime in green.

Jetcam International offers version 16. 06. 00 of its Expert CAD/CAM nesting software for punching and profiling machines.

Ibag’s Argotech PA-4 process analyzer provides continuous monitoring of repeating machine processes in real-time through pre-positioned sensors on the machine. The company says it is useful for the production of miniature parts. The analyzer detects a range of conditions that may result in poor quality production and unnecessary downtime.

Geometric’s 3DPaintBrush version 1. 2 enables users to create near photo-realistic images, animations and videos from 3D models, in real-time. It can be used to repurpose 3D models and create digital content for various applications including industrial and product design.

Arc Informatique’s PcVue V. 8. 2 supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) software is said to reduce the cost of running and implementing process control projects.

Alibre’s Design Xpress TM version 11 is available as a free download. The 3D mechanical CAD program is based on the company’s commercial CAD products which include Alibre Design, Alibre Design Professional and Alibre Design Expert. For the first 30 days, the combination evaluation and learning tool functions as a free upgrade to the Professional version.

The PipeWorx welding system is an easy-to-use, multi-process welding solution designed to improve pipe welding quality and productivity for fabrication shops, the company says. It provides one-button, quick change-over between processes. Cables remain connected to the power source and do not need to be switched for the different welding processes.

The company’s mobile chip conveyor allows shops with auger chip processing machine tools to use large chip bins or 55-gallon drums instead of small chip cans. This unit can be rolled around the shop to assist with higher-production auger fed chip loads. It uses standard 110-volt power and has an efficient variable-speed drive.

The Mikron HSM 400U is said to deliver powerful performance and precision on all five axes to produce high-quality surface finishes for demanding high-precision applications. Designed to accommodate workpieces ranging to 9. 05" × 13.

The ABS 320C is a fully automated band saw with a twin-column guide system. The automatic feed system uses a powered pinch roller system with ¾-hp hydraulic motor for automated, rapid material advancement. Designed with a limit switch to cut lengths accurately, this machine is also equipped with a programmable part counter for exact productivity and reduced material waste as well as an automatic height adjustment to limit space between the blade and the material so no time is wasted “cutting air,” the company says.

The Innova 40i digital readout (DRO) system is dubbed the “true vision” due to its high-resolution TFT color screen. With the color screen, it is possible to execute solid 3D program simulations right at the DRO. In addition, standard features include a pocket cycle, bolt-hole cycle, linear hole and matrix cycles.

The M5414 five-axis programmable head attachment installs in virtually any three-axis CNC milling center to provide simultaneous five-axis machining capability. The attachment is suited for applications in the mold, aerospace, specialty automotive and energy industries as well as for instrument manufacturers that require five-axis simultaneous and positioning motion. The attachment features an upgraded spindle with high-precision bearings, which are designed to increase rigidity and deliver a smooth surface finish.

The Delta Swiss-type lathe product line is dedicated to machining parts with simple geometries. These machines feature a cast iron base, a large-capacity chip pan and a wide working area. The machines can be customized to work with or without a guide bushing, and they can use rotating tools.

The company’s Niton XL3t series material analyzers with geometrically optimized large area drift detector (GOLDD) technology are said to deliver improvements in light element detection, overall sensitivity and measurement times. This instrument offers light element detection of magnesium, aluminum, silicon, phosphorus and sulfur without helium or vacuum purging. For the machining industry, the capability to verify sulfur content in free machining steels, such as SS 303, can help eliminate damage to tooling caused by incorrect materials, the company says.

The EV4G green laser system is suited for marking and processing challenging materials such as silicon, colored plastics, acrylic and polymers used in the electronics, semiconductor packaging, solar and medical industries. This fiber-coupled, diode-pumped, air-cooled solid-state (DPSS) laser system produces a more than 4W laser beam (TEMoo mode) at a 532-nm wavelength. In addition, the system is optimized for a stable performance from low- to high-power levels to handle a variety of applications and materials.

The compact TF420 fiber laser marking unit is said to provide high-contrast 2D data matrix codes, logos, bar codes and human-readable text at high speeds. Considered a universal marking solution, the unit is capable of printing on difficult materials, such as cast aluminum and carbide, while maintaining the precision to mark consumer products such as cellular telephones and medical devices. The compact marking head is completely sealed and enclosed in a protective cast aluminum case allowing the system to be mounted in virtually any orientation.

According to the company, its machine-ready blanks reduce overall part costs. They can be loaded directly into the machine without prep operations, which include sawing, grinding, flattening or squaring.  Additionally, machine-ready blanks are said to require less time for adjusting setups and fixture offsets.

The SV-1000 series vertical CNC honing machine is engineered to scale up from a single-spindle machine to a fully automated multi-spindle unit for ultra-precise bore sizing and finishing. Designed for part diameters ranging from 0. 120" to 2.

For the job shop, new versions of ShopMill and ShopTurn software packages allow users to achieve higher productivity, simplicity and speed, the company says. By featuring easy, step-by-step, on-screen programming, job shops can quickly respond to customer demands by reducing programming, tooling and production times, the company says.  The company also offers its Sinumerik 802D operator panel-based control system that combines the NC, the PLC and the HMI in a single unit.

Predator CNC Editor version 8. 0 features intelligent code NC editing, side-by-side file compare, single-channel DNC, color G/M code support and integrated 3D graphical solid verification and wireframe backplotting. The release includes CNC programming wizards, OpenGL-based backplotting and the introduction of customer, part and job details within the program using Predator CNC Editor Enterprise version.

Jetstream Tooling is a range of high performance tools designed to deliver coolant directly at the insert cutting edge for productivity gains. According to the company, this tooling controls chips and extends tool life. Cutting speed and feed rates are increased across virtually all coolant pressures (from 70 psi to 5,000 psi) and many material types—specifically titanium alloys, but also nickel-chromium, aluminum, steel alloys and stainless steels.

The company’s solid carbide mini-boring bars feature diameters ranging from 0. 015" to 0. 045", and they are fluted to retain maximum strength.

Magnos magnetic clamping technology can be used in conjunction with the Unilock quick-change pallet system to increase flexibility and to reduce setup times and cost. According to the company, magnetic workholding provides high holding forces and allows the spindle to access five sides of a part. Pole extensions that act as workpiece supports allow the user to position different workpieces rapidly and precisely, the company says, which improves the productivity of the machine.

Designed for small machining centers and inspection of hard-to-reach part features, the OMP400 optical probe is said to combine miniaturization of the OMP40 probe with advances in strain gage technology. It is suited for machines with short, Z-axis travel and spindles as small as HSK 32. Combining its size, accuracy, reliability and robustness, the probe is suited for high-accuracy applications.

The company says its modular fixtures make CMM and vision systems more productive. According to the company, setups for inspection routines are easy using components that are simple to use and can be quickly rearranged. Regardless of size, shape or material, the fixture system holds virtually any part.

The company’s ultra-light CMM star probes are designed with removable styli. Sometimes tactile CMMs use star probes that often have five ruby ball styli to access virtually all exposed sides of a workpiece being measured. In traditional star probes, if just one ruby ball stylus is damaged, the entire star probe must be replaced, the company says.

The company says its carbide drills are manufactured locally to supply the U. S. metalworking market with reliable, quality tools.

Version 9. 2 of PartMaker CAD/CAM software is suited for CNC mills, lathes, wire EDM, turn-mill centers and Swiss-type lathes. Major highlights include a revamped and more productive user-interface, improved capabilities for programming directly on solid models and the ability to automatically generate descriptive and visual HTML-based setup sheets, the company says.

The MCV-5002 is suited for the laser calibration and 3D volumetric error compensation of CNC machine tools, CMMs and five-axis, gantry-type machines for the aerospace industry. This system is said to be efficient at calibrating and compensating linear, straightness, squareness and angular errors. The compact LICS-100A is designed for the laser calibration and compensation of pitch errors or displacement errors of machining centers, CNC machine tools, CMMs and other machines.

HyperDent CAM software is specialized for the preparation and production of dental restorative components. The software has a streamlined user interface to guide technicians through preparing machining instructions for copings, crowns and bridges. The process can be applied in titanium, soft zirconium oxide and hardened zirconium oxide.

NCL V9. 7 is said to speed the creation of efficient, multi-axis tool paths for use in the aerospace, automotive and turbo-machinery industries. A forging can be used as a stock model to reduce both programming and machine time when roughing parts.

Designed to increase the versatility of standard 4" and 6" vises, TalonGrip is a simple bolt-on system that allows users to perform aggressive machining operations while clamping on as little as 0. 060". The system is suited for small lot sizes and difficult applications.

The FA series of chucks features a stationary air distributor ring, incorporating special profile seals and locking check valves to maintain air pressure while the chuck is rotating. Standard repeating accuracy is 0. 0001" (0.

Mastercam for SolidWorks is a fully integrated CAM system that is said to run seamlessly in SolidWorks. SolidWorks users can program their parts directly within SolidWorks using Mastercam’s tool paths and machining strategies. The CAM system includes a suite of cutting strategies, including Feature Based Machining (FBM) and 3D, high speed machining tool paths.

An integrated probing system enables the installation of both tool setting and part inspection probes onto machine tools using a single wireless interface unit. The Mida Optical Twin Probe System, which incorporates a compact, tube-type optical receiver interface (ORI), is said to simplify probing applications, especially in situations where connecting cables proves to be difficult, such as installations on machines with rotary tables or dual pallets. This combination is said to facilitate the speedy measurement of tool length and diameter, breakage detection and part setup and inspection times.

The a51 HMC is designed for performance and reliability. According to the company, the simple-to-operate machine is compact, easily maintained and quickly deployable for manufacturing applications that require maximum throughput and dependability. The machine is suited for medium- to high-volume production shops, first- and second-tier automotive parts suppliers and general-contract machining operations.

For use on the shop floor, the Linear 100 is a high-precision, universal-length measuring instrument for rapid, high-accuracy internal and external measurements. With a direct measuring range of 2" (50 mm) and an application range of 4" (100 mm), the simple design makes it possible for the instrument to measure quickly and to adapt to new measurement tasks, the company says. For example, the instrument can be used to measure both lengths and diameters tasks such as measuring the dimension over two balls on gear ODs.

The company’s tool cribs, which consist of stacked or unstacked cabinets, can become part of an integrated CNC parts storage and transport system. Available in a variety of sizes and heights, these tool cribs can be configured to suit the user’s available space and storage requirements. The complete tool storage system allows for the integrated movement of tooling from crib to machine and back again through the use of tool transporters.

 The Advanz line of carbide-tipped band saw blades features a special tooth tip cylinder of high-quality, submicron-grain carbide with a triple-chip grind. The blades, which feature quality carbide-to-back bonding, offer fatigue, shock, wear and strip resistance when cutting difficult-to-machine materials. The FS blade configuration is designed for a range of challenging materials such as Fiberglass, masonite, plastics, composites, aluminum castings and abrasive wood.

The RNA-S, RBA-S and RBA-K, S series rotary tables have an indexing speed ranging to 88. 9 rpm. These high speed rotary tables are said to increase productivity not only by decreasing cycle times, but also by enabling smoother surface finishes, thereby reducing secondary machining requirements.

TheAirtower compressor packages combine a rotary screw air compressor, storage tank and dryer in one durable and compact unit, the company says. Designed for light industrial and commercial workshops, the compressors are available in 4-, 5- and 7 ½-hp models and deliver as much as 28 cfm at pressures from 80 to 217 psig. According to the company, the industrial-grade, energy efficient Sigma Profile airend provides more air with far less noise and vibration than piston compressors.

The Conform-A-Chuck and Conform-A-Arbor workholding solutions are designed to adapt to an out-of-round OD or ID and securely grip that diameter to enable boring, honing, grinding or other machining operations without changing the original free-state shape of the part. These workholding solutions are suited for the machining of thin-walled parts such as automotive smog control air pump rotors, gas turbine parts, thin-wall tubing and cylinder liners for diesel engines. The Conform-A products rely upon a plastic material called Hydra-Fibre.

The TS 444 battery-free probe is charged and ready to probe within seconds. It features a built-in air turbine generator and capacitor that uses the same burst of air that cleans the part. The TS 740 high accuracy probe features ≤ 1µm accuracy with repeatability of ≤ 0.

The GD210LP low-profile rotary table is designed for rigidity, speed, accuracy and repeatability. Stiffness and rigidity are accomplished with large-diameter bearings and a fail-safe clamping system that accommodates parts as heavy as 220 lbs. The table uses as much as 233 foot-pounds (315Nm) of clamping torque to handle off-center drilling, cross-axis milling and other high-force cutting applications.

The ER collet chuck torque wrench is said to clamp virtually all standard ER collet chucks exactly and without over-tightening, which improves runout and limits damages to small collets due to excessive clamping efforts. According to the company, its two-arm construction avoids any shear over-tightening damage by pulling and pushing at the same time. Additionally the torque wrench provides the possibility to tighten the locknut exactly and with the correct torque via a dial gage, allowing for consistent runout accuracy, the company says.

GB\GeoSolidPro independent CAD software program extracts part geometry information powered by SolidWorks into Mazatrol. The company says that when using the application, CamLink takes full advantage of a solid part model. This automates unit creation by deriving a unit’s geometric data from the solids part model.

The Luxxor video microscope is an inspection station that allows users to attach either a microscope lens or a borescope to its mount. The microscope attachment features an f/4. 5 zoom lens that delivers sharp, close-up views of the exterior of any metal machined part, casting or welded part, with magnification ranges from 15× to 83×.

The company has incorporated many new features and enhancements across the GibbsCAM 2009 product line including changes for advanced 3D high speed machining. According to the company, all of the additions are geared for ease of use and productivity. Interface, interoperability, programming, verification and machine simulation features are said to decrease programming and prove-out time.

The five-axis, 5X-160 CNC machining center features a Tsudakoma trunnion five-axis rotary table. Standard features of the machine include box ways, high speed look-ahead, chip wash, spindle air blast and more. The company also offers the Cyclone-32 CS seven-axis, dual-spindle, CNC turn/mill center.

The series of spring-loaded work support components from Imao includes three styles of work supports, which are said to be ideal for accurate positioning and orientation of workpieces in machining fabrication, assembly, inspection layouts and more. The supports are offered in four sizes of block-type units, five cylinder-style sizes and three miniature sizes. The supports help stabilize workpieces and ensure a secure clamp.

3M Novec 1230 fire protection fluid is designed for CNC and EDM machine tool applications. The company says that this environmentally friendly, Halon replacement has zero ozone depletion potential, a 5-day atmospheric life span and a global warming potential of one. It can be used in occupied areas and is said to be among the safest and “greenest” fire extinguishing agents currently available.

The HL-25 DMS CNC lathe is designed for high speed precision turning and milling. The lathe features a Durga 23-station, twin disk turret and subspindle for increased productivity. The turret is said to provide quick setup times and fast chip-to-chip tool changes.

The Faro gage is said to increase measurement productivity, flexibility and enhance accuracy in virtually any production environment. The FaroArm and Laser ScanArm improve production, quality and reverse engineering processes by rapidly and accurately verifying or scanning parts, the company says. The Laser Tracker helps build products, optimize processes and deliver solutions by measuring quickly, simply and accurately, the company says.

This permanent magnet conveyor automatically removes and elevates ferrous materials such as chips, turnings and small parts without using moving external parts. The conveyors use a continuous series of ceramic magnets to pick up and glide material along the stainless steel slider plate. Material is then discharged over the head end.

The Shur-Thread series of solid carbide thread mills is now available with an internal coolant supply that is designed to eliminate waste and improve chip evacuation. The series is said to combine cutting-edge design elements with state-of-the-art grinding techniques for enhanced performance, versatility, reliability and ease of use. Featuring premium micro-grain carbide and TiCN coating for long tool life, the thread mills are engineered with multiple spiral flutes to eliminate chatter.

FeatureCAM 2009 offers increased support for turn-mill equipment, which can complete parts in a single setup on one machine. With FeatureTurn/Mill, both turning and milling features can be programmed together to reduce both programming and machining time. The latest release of PowerMill CAM software is said to offer complex machining operations for high-speed operations and five-axis machining, as well as introducing new strategies to provide greater functionality for 2D, including 2D cutter compensation and 2D pocketing and profiling directly from wireframe curves.

According to the company, the XPS-16 CNC drill sharpener can reproduce complex, high-tech points found on premium HSS and carbide drills. This sharpener is designed for shops that require precision, simplicity and productivity, the company says. A collet chuck version of the auto sharpener is available.

The C-420NC programmable dual column band saw accommodates round material ranging to 16. 5″ in diameter and 16. 5″ × 16.

Shefcut precision reaming and boring tools are designed for accurate hole geometries with a fine finish. Burraway and Burr-Off mechanical hole-deburring tools are designed for controlled edge break or burr removal on both sides of holes in one pass. The company also features tools for burnishing, including multi-roll, single-roll and diamond burnishing tools.

The GSI CNCT-321 tilt/rotary table is designed to add four- and five-axis productivity at a minimal cost. The table allows manufacturers to machine as many as five sides of a part while minimizing second and third operations and setups. The table also provides excellent clamping torque and indexing accuracy, the company says.

According to the company,CimatronE v. 9. 0 CAD/CAM solution suite addresses the entire process―from quoting through design, engineering changes, NC and EDM programming to delivery.

Vericut 7 CNC machine simulation, verification and optimization software eliminates manual prove-out of NC programs, the company says. It is also said to reduce scrap loss and rework. The program optimizes NC programs in order to save time and produce higher quality surface finishes.

The DuraMax compact 3D coordinate measuring machine (CMM) features the VastXXT sensor and is said to be an alternative for virtually all types of gages. The company says this CMM is suited for process control on the production floor, for the quick in-between inspection of small workpieces and for testing volume parts directly in production. According to the company, the CMM is an alternative for traditional measuring equipment such as height gages, ring gages, snap gages, plug gages, form measuring machines, workshop measuring equipment and manual measuring machines.

According to the company, miniature deburring brushes can automate the removal of burrs and the production of an edge radius on small-dameter holes, saving time and money while improving product quality and consistency. Filament choices include carbon steel, stainless steel, brass, nylon and natural to provide the optimum finish on a variety of base materials. The miniature deburring brushes are available in a diamond-abrasive-filled nylon filament.

Wolverine clamps, which are specifically designed to fit the company’s modular fixturing tables, are suited for production and high volumes of work. The Wolverine clamp provides 2,100 lbs. of clamping force compared with a traditional toggle clamp that supports 300 lbs of force, the company says.

The EWB-UP ultra precision finish boring head is part of a series of boring tools with fine-adjusting resolution (0. 00005" on diameter for inch-graduated heads and 0. 001-mm steps of diameter corrections).

The Revolution drill uses a replaceable cartridge design and allows adjustability ranging to 0. 200" (5. 1 mm) in diameter, which is said to eliminate the need for subsequent boring operations.

The company features Amflex/S. A. F.

The Johnford HT-30-2SD high precision, CNC turning center is built for industries that require the productivity of a two-spindle turning center. This 45-degree slant-bed machine features a 30-hp, double-wound main spindle that delivers high torque at low rpms. There is also a 15-hp, double-wound subspindle.

Blasogrind HC 5 from Blaser Swisslube is a high-performance grinding oil based on synthetic oil (hydro-racked oil). Applications include precision tool grinding, surface grinding, cylindrical grinding, fine profile grinding and lapping. Materials include steel; hardening and tempering steels; high speed steel; hard alloy; stainless steel; and carbide.

CGW-Camel Grinding Wheels has expanded its high-performance Super Quickie-Cut line with the introduction of 0. 075" cut/grind combo wheels. Using the wheel for both cutting and grinding can reduce production time and cost.

For fast, flexible hard-finish grinding of cylindrical gears with diameters ranging to 160 mm, Gleason offers the Genesis 160TWG threaded wheel grinder. The wheel grinder features a high-speed, cam-driven, double-grip loader to cut floor-to-floor times. The grinding head features an integrated stock dividing sensor to reduce setup time.

The Dominator 624 CNC machine is the smallest in a three-model lineup from Jones & Shipman, yet it is said to offer all the functionality of a high-precision grinding cell in one, compact machine. The machine offers multi-axis creep-feed, surface and profile grinding and a GE Fanuc intelligent terminal CNC within a 2,025- × 1,500-mm footprint.  The machine’s compact size makes it ideal for use in shops where space is at a premium, but precision, ease-of-use and high productivity rates are still paramount, the company says.

The FC-250EX and FC-700EX automatic diamond and CBN wheel truing and dressing machines from Rush Machinery are designed to true and dress flats, angles and radii on single wheels and multiple wheel packs. They feature PLC-controlled, automatic dressing cycles with servo-driven dressing wheels in feed, power swing and oscillation. The machines can be fully enclosed for operator safety and dust control.

The SV-560 vertical CNC honing system from Sunnen combines a 60" (1,524-mm) stroke and 20-hp (15-kW) spindle for bores with diameters of 12" (300 mm) or larger, depending on the application. Capable of using legacy tooling from the GH-210 and SV-3/SV-4 machines, it is suited for low- to mid-volume machining of oil and gas industry components such as gas compressors, liner hangers, telemetry units, valves, pump liners and similar parts. Designed to provide high accuracy and quality surface finish, the honing system uses three-axis servo control of spindle rotation, stroke and tool feed to produce a whole-bore, constant crosshatch angle.

Control Micro Systems’turnkey laser systems can mark, cut and strip wire or cable in one operation. Multiple-gage wire/cable can be marked, stripped and cut in a fully automatic, high-speed, computer-controlled operation.  These systems are said to provide permanent, high-contrast surface marks on virtually all insulations specified in SAE aerospace standards.

Jergens’ hydraulic vise column features a swivel coupling designed to save time by eliminating the need to disconnect and reconnect the two hydraulic hoses as the column rotates. Each vise can be independently operated to quickly unload and load parts, and the compact rotary coupling does not interfere with tooling, the company says. According to the company, hydraulic power provides a fast, repeatable action that ensures consistent clamping force with as much as 4,700 lbs of clamping capacity.

The Tecnifor XF500 stand-alone marking machine is said to be easy to use for marking virtually all types of materials and shapes ranging to a hardness of 62 HRC. The machine features an integrated control unit, which operates without a computer interface.  Designed to be hand loaded, the machine requires no installation or on-site training.

The Rocklin MoldMender micro welder uses a non-arcing, spot-welding process for mold and die repair. This process transfers minimal heat to the mold or die itself, the company says, adding that it generates universal hardness across the weld, no shrinking next to the weld and no splatter on adjacent areas. Repairs are made by bonding a piece of ferrous ribbon material as thick as 0.

Birchwood Casey’s Lumiclad black oxide process is a safe, in-house method for forming a durable black finish on virtually all aluminum alloys, the company says. Unlike black anodizing, which uses electrolytic chemicals to form the coating, the black oxide process uses a dip-tank procedure. According to the company, the non-dimensional (1.

Bryant Grinder, a division of Vermont Machine Tool Corporation, introduces a new modular multi-surface grinding machine with extended flexibility to grind complex workpieces. The LL2U-MS can be configured as a chucker, shoe-type centerless, roll-type centerless and center-type work (between centers). The machine features 10" (255 mm) of Z-axis travel, 10" (255 mm) of X-axis travel and an optional U axis, also with 10" (255 mm) of travel.

Dynabrade's Dynafile II air-powered abrasive belt machine features a grinding head that pivots 360 degrees, allowing the tool to get into heard-to-reach areas. The machine features a 20,000-rpm direct-drive air motor that powers abrasive belts 1/4" to 3/4" × 18" long. According to the company, the ergonomically designed motor handle has a 7-degree pitch to help prevent wrist and arm fatigue.

Dayton's belt grinders from W. W. Grainger can grind, sand, finish, polish, deburr and contour virtually any type of material due to the powerful capacitor motor, the company says.

The Matchless Metal Polish Company’s Match-Vat one-way tote for liquid buffing compounds uses an air bladder to completely force all compound from the 225-gallon cardboard bulk tank. Once empty, this tank can be collapsed and completely disposed of with regular trash. The compound bladder is filled at the factory where no air or contaminates can get in, the company says.

Star SU manufactures Sykes-style herringbone cutters and offers tool resharpening machines for sharpening the face and relief lip on the herringbone cutters. The PTG-1 hob and shaper cutter resharpening system includes software for the special relief grinding of Sykes cutters. This five-axis grinding machine features a Num Axium CNC control, Numrotoplus software, integrated automatic part probing, automatic wheel probing, and on-board wheel dressing.

Calmotion’s 5C rotary table is pre-wired for Fanuc and Fadal CNCs. The rotary table is designed to absorb higher shock loads—especially axial loads—and eliminate leaky seals, thereby increasing its life, the company says. The table features heat-treated steel and throated helix gears which increase the contact area.

 Gepy live centers from DA Swiss are offered with a setup accuracy of 1 micron (0. 000040") TIR. This level of precision is said to allow the use of a live center for applications where a dead center is normally required.

Precision Dormer has expanded its toolholder range with HydroGrip and SynchroFlex high performance toolholders. Available in conventional and pencil types, HydroGrip hydraulic toolholders are said to be suitable for virtually all drilling and reaming operations, as well as milling operations where space is unlimited. The toolholders will accommodate virtually any type of cylindrical tool shank.

The Cinch carbide insert chamfering tool from Fitz-Rite Products uses a square ANSI standard insert and is available in 60-, 82-, 90- and 120- degree included angles. The compact, rigid design enables the user to chamfer holes with diameters as small as 1/4" while using the high rpms and feed rates. Also available in the double-angle configuration, the tool can be used to chamfer both the top and the bottom of holes with diameters as small as 21/32".

Rohm’s MZMF hybrid chuck is a combination of a three-jaw manual chuck and a round, magnetic support plate. By combining the two technologies, workpieces of various sizes can be evenly and securely clamped and machined from three sides, the company says. Clamping, before turning or grinding operations, is carried out in seconds, minimizing machine downtime.

Witte America’s Aluquick universal fixturing system is suitable for a variety of applications including aircraft maintenance work. It can complement gages used for checking irregular-shaped pipes, saving money and time, the company says. The system’s latest component additions enable users to mount pipes of different lengths, shapes and diameters on fixtures built exclusively from standard components.

MIE Solutions’ Trak Kiosk shopfloor data collection software uses production scheduling, which enables shops to go paperless, the company says. The software’s easy-to-use interface features large buttons that enable an employee to clock in/out for the day, clock in/out for jobs and issue a bill of material for jobs requiring job costing, the company says. The Windows-compatible software integrates with scheduling software that highlights virtually of an employee’s scheduled jobs.

L. S. Starrett’s DataSure wireless data collection system features smaller, coolant-resistant end nodes and a user interface.

VX Corporation has released VX Innovator, a product designed to target entry-level CAD users. The scalable software is said to allow users to increase their CAD power, as needed, without investing in an entirely new application. According to the company, the software is a true hybrid modeler using modeling tools that are designed to work seamlessly with surface and solid geometry.

SurfCAM Velocity 4 from Surfware has added numerous improvements to three-axis finishing, as well as four- and five-axis machining functions. The software’s three-axis high speed machining (HSM) strategies feature smooth and fluid tool paths that are said to improve surface finish while accommodating maximum cutting speeds to shorten the machining cycle. Updated machining strategies feature faster processing, multi-processor support, automatic arc filtering, optimized retracts and adaptive step down.

Southwestern Industries’ ProtoTrak SLX CNC is suited for toolroom and small-lot work. According to the company, the advanced user interface of the CNC differentiates it from production-oriented CNCs. Users can generate complete part programs by naming the geometry required and answering prompts.

SolidCAM describes its SolidCMM application as a complete inspection process that improves quality and reduces programming time. According to the company, an inspection program can be created in minutes. The part data (model and drawing) then can be simulated and verified in a virtual machine environment before it is transferred to the inspection machine in a standard CMM format.

Femap version 10 software is a PC-based CAE modeling solution and the finite element analysis (FEA) component of the Velocity Series portfolio from Siemens PLM Software. It is said to help users create FEA models from CAD data easily and quickly through new meshing features. Also, it provides pre- and post-processing benefits to CAE analysts.

Edgecam 2009 R1 CAM software from Planit is capable of programming milling, turning and turn-mill machines. Software improvements such as associative machining technology are designed to increase the productivity of manufacturing companies. This technology automatically calculates the correct cutting feeds and speeds for a program based on the tooling, part material and machine tool specification.

Mastercam X3 Mill, developed by CNC Software, offers expanded machining flexibility and an increased emphasis on speed and automation. Feature-based machining (FBM), high speed tool motion and faster toolpath generation combine with additional enhancements in a package designed to improve shopfloor productivity. Valuable for experienced users and easy enough for new users, FBM evaluates a part’s features and automatically designs an effective machining strategy to mill and drill solid models, the company says.

CAMWorks 2009 from Geometric Technologies is said to include more than 80 user-driven features and enhancements that enable faster, easier part programming. The software can run within SolidWorks or as part of a CAD/CAM package that includes CAMWorks Solids, an integrated solid modeler. The software’s multiple process support is designed to generate three- through five-axis tool paths as separate threads in separate processes, allowing users to continue working in other areas or on other CAM models.

GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms offers DataViews v9. 20, a set of high-quality graphic visualization development tools for building custom applications in industries such as manufacturing, aerospace and infrastructure. This version is updated for the Intel Solaris 10 UNIX-based operating system running on the X86 architecture.

Version 5 of Delcam’s PowerInspect software supports five-axis scanning with Renishaw’s Revo probe. This hardware-independent inspection software can use multiple alignments within parts or assemblies. Other upgrades include additional geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) features; more flexible, best-fit algorithms; improved CMM connectivity; and more versatile report generation.

Hard milling just got easier with the expansion of the WXS®.   WXS® is now offered in new sizes: List 4440: (Square, Regular Length, Multiple Flute) Entire new fractional size offering!List 4410: (Ball Nose, Regular Length, 2 Flute) Entire new factional size offering!List 4592: (Rib Processing, Corner Radius, Stub Length, 2 Flute) Entire new metric size offering!Also, the patented nano-technology coating on the WXS® increases productivity and tool life versus TiAIN coating in materials up to 70 HRC.   The WXS® coating has a higher oxidation temperature to permit higher spindle speeds, which leads to faster cycle times.

OSG is creating “A Milling Evolution” with the new EXOCARB® - WXL®!  The evolutionary, brand-new substrate, geometry, and coating have led to new benchmarks for productivity and tool life. The WXL® is 3x’s more durable in wet and dry applications.   Plus the WXL® can handle a wide range of materials with 3x’s greater wear resistance.

OSG is proud to present the new HY-PRO PIPE Taps.   The HY-PRO can be used on a wide range of materials.   This new tap has many features and benefits including; HSSE material for increased wear resistance, eccentric relief for reduced cutting torque and heat generation, slow spiral for efficient chip evacuation, interrupted thread for reduced cutting torque, and TiCN coating for increased surface hardness and wear resistance.

OSG is forming the future with OSG Form Taps.   Form taps displace the work material rather than removing it, thereby eliminating the most common cause of tape failure known as chip-packing.   Versus cut threads, OSG forming taps produce smoother and stronger threads at faster speeds.

OSG is proud to introduce the new Blizzard® Ball End Mill as an addition to their popular Blizzard® line of end mills. Refined geometry and ultra-smooth flute gullets make the Blizzard® Ball the ideal choice for rough and finish contouring in Aluminum. In-house testing versus the competition yielded 45% higher metal removal rates in roughing and superior finishes when finishing, further reinforcing the Blizzard® name as the only name in Aluminum machining.

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Denso’s range of four-axis Scara and five- and six-axis articulated robots features a maximum moment of inertia, permitting flexibility in the choice of end effectors for a variety of applications. Metalworking applications include cutting, grinding, and polishing, turning, machining, machine tending, material handling, material removal, workholding and workhandling. The robots’ compact design, along with concealed electrical wiring and air lines, reduces interference with surrounding equipment and facilitates integration.

Lincoln Electric’s Power Wave i400 and AutoDrive 4R welding system is said to deliver a highly efficient inverter power source with a compact, durable wire feeder. The welding system is designed for seamless integration with the Fanuc R-30iA controller or as a separate configuration to meet specific welding cell requirements. The company’s Waveform control technology enables processes such as Rapid Arc, Power Mode and Total s2f.

Fanuc Robotics’ M-2000iA offers a 900-kg payload and allows users to move large, heavy parts such as truck, tractor and automotive frames with maximum stability. The rigid arm design of the robot has a vertical lifting stroke of 6. 2 m for transferring heavy items such as a car body.

Birchwood Casey’s automated Tru-Temp finishing system uses a two-stage oxidation process to form a black magnetite finish on all iron and non-stainless steel parts. The process is said to operate effectively at a temperature 100oF lower than other black oxide processes that require a temperature of 290oF. The result is a protective black finish that is 0.

De-Sta-Co’s Camco modular tabletop precision link conveyors are said to be ideal for the specialty automotive industry. The conveyors enable designers and engineers to conceptualize, cost and design build-and-deliver automation systems quickly, the company says. The precision link conveyors are assembled to order using standard pre-manufactured components, providing quick delivery lead-times.

GF Agie Charmilles’ Mikron HSM 300 MoldMaster now includes the features and benefits of the company’s GraphiteMaster line. According to the company, the product consolidation enables users to choose between MoldMaster and GraphiteMaster configurations, increasing flexibility in the job shop. The mill features fast linear axes and a 30,000-rpm, high-frequency spindle.

Sodick introduces the C32 CNC sinker EDM, featuring a compact design that fits into a 3. 5 ft. × 5.

SGS Tool Company introduces a high-performance end mill that provides precision performance and high production rates with minimal chatter. The end mills feature variable pitch fluting geometry that provides improved chatter suppression, longer tool life, better surface finishes and high productivity rates, the company says. Manufactured with a rigid construction using certified premium micro-grain carbide, the end mills also deliver reduce harmonics and reduced radial side deflection allowing for improved side wall straightness.

Mahr Federal’s bench-mounted indicator gage is said to provide a handy way to measure ID and OD on the shop floor. Available in both T-plate and V-plate styles and in two sizes, the 36 B ID/OD indicator gage can measure IDs from 0. 75″ to 9″ and ODs from 0.

Carr Lane Roemheld says it’s hinge clamps are ideal for clamping in narrow recesses. A special linkage moves the clamping arm forward as it pivots into the clamping position, allowing the clamp to exert vertical clamping force. The clamping arm fully retracts for clear loading from above.

The Roundtest RA-120/P roundness measuring machine from Mitutoyo America offers the versatility of a PC-control with a compact footprint. The machine is said to combine lab-level accuracy with shopfloor capacity. It has a high rotational accuracy of 0.

Seco Tools offers Jetstream Tooling, a line of high performance tools designed to deliver coolant directly at the insert cutting edge for better chip control and long tool life. The high cutting speed and feed rates are said to be maintained across coolant pressures ranging from 70 to 5,000 psi for materials including titanium alloys, nickel-chromium, aluminum and steel alloys, and stainless steel. Coolant is applied through the tooling nozzle at high pressure, close to the cutting edge, cooling the work area and producing smaller, hard, brittle chips.

The SX45 stereo microscope is the latest addition to the line of stereo viewers from Vision Engineering. The viewer features long-life LED illumination that is said to reduce maintenance costs. The microscope’s options include a trinocular viewing attachment as well as a digital or USB camera.

The VL-Y from Emag is fully equipped with a Y axis (50-mm travel); a chip conveyor; a machining area extraction unit; a fluid-cooling system for spindle motor and turret; and automation equipment for loading and unloading workpieces. The machine features a recirculating workpiece storage conveyor on which “carrier prisms” deliver raw parts and collect the finish-machined components from the pick-up spindle. The pick-up station is located behind the machining area, so the operator can continue removing finish-machined components and inserting new raw parts into the carrier prisms at the front.

The QC-1210, a robotic toolchanger designed for payloads as heavy as 2,650 lbs (1,200 kg), is available from ATI Industrial Automation. The heavy automation toolchanger features three of the company’s patented Fail-Safe locking mechanisms to ensure high moment capacity and strength. Compatible with existing heavy automation toolchanger utility modules, the modular construction allows integration into applications requiring high power, coolant, servo, DeviceNet, Ethernet and discrete-signal capabilities.

Dorner’s 5200 series Qwik conveyor Z frame allows end users to change product delivery elevations. Combining Z-frames and nose-over options with curved and straight conveyors allows users to complete an entire mainline conveyor system while maximizing vertical space, the company says. Modularity and quick-change features give end users in the industrial, automation and packaging industries flexibility to quickly and easily modify their conveyor systems according to production needs, the company says.

To prevent deterioration in cutting fluid chiller performance, Keller Products features a line of bag filters that removes virtually all particles as fine as 1 µm from the fluid before it enters the chiller. The bag filters, rated for flows ranging from 30 to 160 gpm, have ¾" or 1 ½" NPT inlet and outlet fittings. The filter bags, available with retention efficiencies from 1 to 100 µm, have high solids holding capacity and are easily changed in a few minutes without tools, the company says.

Hirschmann Engineering has combined the H80R. MNCM high speed rotary indexing spindle with the H1625. AC3 fully programmable, variable speed AC control to produce miniature, round parts with small diameters and fine finishes.

A new family of high speed milling (HSM) adjustable end mills and face mills from Iscar are said to improve milling of aluminum, non-metallics, cast iron and hardened steel, especially in automotive and aerospace applications. The dynamically balanced cutters are designed to work with polycrystalline diamond (PCD) or cubic boron nitride (CBN) inserts, which provide cutting edge protection and quality surface finishes, the company says. They also accommodate standard HSM-rated Helido 2000 carbide inserts.

The CrazyDrill Twicenter from Mikron Tool features two integrated coolant ducts and a double cutting point. The integrated ducts supply coolant directly to the drill’s cutting edge, so no additional external cooling is needed. Bringing the coolant to the cutting edge is a challenge for drilling—and consequently when centering—in difficult-to-access places.

Available in flows from 346 to 2,090 cfm and pressures to 145 psig, the SFC 315 from Kaeser Compressors is designed for efficiency, reliability and minimal maintenance. The unit features the optimized Sigma Profile airend with one-to-one direct-drive technology, the company’s Sigma Control system and the Siemens Masterdrive series. An oversized airend is connected directly to the motor via a maintenance-free coupling for maximum efficiency, the company says.

Sugino says its selfeeder drill unit, the MS7 Mechatric, delivers an increase in the depth and diameter of drilled holes in ferrous and nonferrous metals. Featuring a 3. 7-kW spindle motor and 7,800-N thrust, the unit is capable of facing and end milling operations.

Te-Co’s Locator Master Jaws for single-station vise applications are said to be compatible with most vise systems. The jaws can be bolted to a vise, allowing the user to snap parallels in and out quickly and accurately, the company says. The jaws also have built-in workstop pins that can be pushed in and out to locate workpieces.

With the new development of the topas® H. E. A.

With the newly developed topas® plus X, bedra continues its success story in the field of coated EDM wires. Tests have shown that cutting rates increase enormously by using coated electrodes of the topas® family. With topas® plus X, bedra is once again setting the benchmark.

Miceli Technologies offers the constant velocity controller (CVC), a CNC incorporating a new approach to toolpath algorithms that produces a processing speed of 50,000 blocks per second. According to the company, this enables fast, constant feed rates for machining complex geometries. In contrast, CNCs with lower block-read speeds might not be able to consistently push machines at programmed feed rates.

Gibbs and Associates’ GibbsCAM 2009 features enhancements in milling, turning, user interface/productivity and interoperability. Milling enhancements include advanced 3D high speed machining (HSM) methods. These machining methods, specifically developed for multi-surface hard milling and high speed machining in SolidSurfacer, are said to provide high quality surface finishes that reduce or eliminate polishing.

GE Fanuc’s Proficy RX 2. 0, a component in the company’s Proficy software suite for production management, integrates hardware and software devices to collect and analyze data for a holistic view of the manufacturing process. According to the company, this view helps users gain insight to improve overall operations, including increased capacity utilization, reduced manufacturing cycle times and improved product quality.

Exact Software’s JobBoss 11 combines traditional enterprise resource planning (ERP) with related software solutions for human resource management (HRM) as well as production and workflow management. The company says the software enables manufacturers to meet tight, ever-changing deadlines. The ability to more accurately schedule and reschedule jobs, as well as reallocate resources and workcenters, allows organization to fulfill delivery promises as quoted, the company says.

TDM V4 from TDM Systems is a software program that provides tooling information for planning systems and helps organize tools in the crib and shop floor. The software provides geometry, feeds and speeds for creating efficient NC programs, the company says. With this software, the NC programmer can choose the best tool for the application with regard to materials and operation.

SmartCAM V15. 5 from SmartCAMcnc is said to deliver a variety of enhancements and capabilities to the SmartCAM suite of CAM system software. Updates include usability improvements such as verification control and new nesting options.

GF AgieCharmilles’ operator support system (OSS) automatically configures cutting parameters to optimize machine performance based on specific job requirements. The system is standard on the company’s high speed and high-performance machining centers. OSS provides users with an intuitive interface for entering data that is used to tailor machining processes.

Mori Seiki has developed a text-engraving function that allows companies to engrave company or product names onto workpieces. The function is included on all its machines with Mapps III, a high-performance operating system with improved processing capacity and conversational functions. This system is said to improve tool management and facilitate short programming and setup times.

The Mitsubishi 700 series CNC is said to deliver advanced programming capabilities for high-precision machining and high productivity. All of the company’s product lines now incorporate this control, which is designed to allow greater compatibility between machines and to reduce the learning curve for machinists transitioning to new technologies. The unit is controlled on a 15" LCD touchscreen display.

Jet Edge offers SigmaNest Companion CAD/CAM nesting software on its precision waterjet cutting systems. Developed by SigmaTEK Systems, the software uses a wizard-based approach that allows waterjet operators with little or no CAD/CAM experience to design, edit and nest parts quickly with little training, the company says. Func­tions include DXF import, TrueShape nesting, automatic path generation and NC-code generation.

Esprit Mold Version 10 from DP Technology is designed to be user-friendly and to maximize efficiency. Features and upgrades include an Esprit FreeForm five-axis composite machining cycle and a cycle designed specifically for machining impellers. For faster processing speeds, the software features multi-core processors (CPUs).

Bystronic offers CNC abrasive metering on all of its Byjet abrasive waterjet cutting systems. This system allows for the fine-tuning the amount of abrasive. On the fly, this amount can be changed from 0 to 1.

Pinpoint Laser Systems offers a 2D laser microgage for precision measuring, machine alignment, calibration and other industrial applications. Roll and web lines; CNC cutting and milling equipment; lathes; stamping presses; injection molding machines; extrusion systems; and other production equipment can be checked and aligned for improved operating efficiency and reduced downtime. The gage is compact, easy to set up and use right on the factory floor, the company says.

SmartCAM Version 15.5 delivers a variety of new enhancements and capabilities to the SmartCAM suite of computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) system software, from usability improvements such as verification control to new nesting options, and adds to the visualization and usability themes found in recent releases.

SmartCAMcnc has announced the release of SmartCAM® V15. 0 applications. Version 15.

Software developer SmartCAMcnc increases international representation of SmartCAM software.

The newest innovation in GF AgieCharmilles' extensive range of diesinking EDM machines is the FORM 20/30, a cost-effective solution that combines ease of use with exceptional performance. Offering consistent reliability, the FORM 20/30 ensures high rigidity, good interference and reduced setup times. Constructed with an ultra rigid cast iron C-frame and cross-table design, the FORM 20/30 guarantees stiffness and is suited to withstand the temperature fluctuations found in the standard workshop environment.

GF AgieCharmilles has announced the debut of the CUT 20, an innovative wire-cutting EDM that combines outstanding performance with remarkable ease of use. The CUT 20 handles wire diameters from . 15 to .

GF AgieCharmilles has announced that it has made a donation to Carbonfund. org on behalf of all IMTS attendees who picked up a Carbonfund. org wristband from the company's booth.

GF AgieCharmilles? OSS (Operator Support System) automatically configures cutting parameters to optimize machine performance based on specific job requirements. Standard on any high-speed or high-performance machining center, OSS provides users with an intuitive interface for entering data that is then used to tailor machining processes. When using OSS, operators are asked to rank the relative priority of a job's accuracy, cutting time and surface quality.

High-precision machine tool manufacturer Willemin-Macodel SA offers its 408MT multi-process barstock fed six- to seven-axis machining center. The complete range of machining centres is said to feature a high level of performance, allowing the machining of complex, high-precision parts with excellent surface finish quality. The center is suited for applications in the medical and dental industries, for watchmakers and for aerospace and micro-technologies.

Thinbit, manufactured by Kaiser Tools, has expanded its Groove ‘N Turn line of insertable tooling. The inserts have a 90-degree included angle for producing chamfers. They are available in three grades of material: D2 for steels; D5 for non-ferrous and HSS; and TiN, TiCN and TiAIN are also available.

Mitutoyo offers the Surftest SJ-500 portable surface roughness tester. The tester features high accuracy, measuring straightness to 0. 20 µm/50 mm; a maximum fast drive speed of 20 mm/s; and a configuration suitable for either hand-held or fixtured-in-place operation.

Master Magnetics offers a 14″-wide magnetic sweeper with release that is said to easily pick up small, ferrous metal objects such as shavings or nails. Rolling the sweeper over any area enables it to find and collect a variety of metal pieces that otherwise might pose a safety hazard, the company says. By pulling the release handle, collected material can be dropped into a recycling bin or other receptacle.

Iscar says that the Mincut family of small-face grooving and turning tools is designed for high machining rates, and it is suited for applications prone to high tool failure rates. The tools incorporate a special design and clamping system that is said to prolong tool life. The line of tools includes eight inserts that are screw-clamped into a long pocket in the tool bar.

 GKI’s Schnell series of indexable insert drills come in seven sizes and feature a free set of GKI inserts. Additionally, the drills are interchangeable with other major brands. The company's Web site provides more information regarding specifications, safety tips and information about using the drills.

Deschner offers the Kinechek Mini-K for applications requiring a small, lightweight feed control such as hand-held drill operations. Leakproof and adjustable, the regulator is available in ½″, 1″, 1 ¼″ and 1 ½″ stroke lengths with a maximum capacity of 400 lbs. The regulators are part of a complete line of speed regulators that offer the same leakproof performance as the original models, the company says.

The Ecoca SJ-20 from Absolute Machine Tools is a high-precision CNC turning center designed for robust cutting performance and operational flexibility. The center is cast from Meehanite with a rigid, 45-degree slant-bed design. Precision linear ways provide stiffness and high rapid feed rates while ensuring accuracy, the company says.

Distributed by Shop Floor Automations, the fully automated Predator MDC allows users to monitor machine activity, track jobs and manage personnel. The release of v8. 0 is said to be faster, easier and more comprehensive than previous versions.

Toyoda Machinery offers two new larger-footprint machines in its FV series. The FV1480 and FV1680 feature longer Y- and Z-axis travels to suit the manufacturing needs of large-part industries such as aerospace and energy. These machines deliver larger table size, increased stroke, higher table capacity and more torque than the original machines.

MAG Cincinnati’s E Mill is designed for machining long, small-cross-section parts used in aerospace, construction, shipbuilding and wind power applications. It is useful for titanium, aluminum and composite work on stringers, spars, beams and similar parts, the company says. The machine performs contour machining, routing, drilling and tapping to produce finished, complex, 3D-geometry parts as long as 40 ft.

The new range of Tuff Core deburring cutters from LMT Onsrud is designed to cut smooth, straight and burr-free edges in composite materials such as the carbon-reinforced plastics (CFK) used in the aircraft and automobile industries. Two different carbide substrates protect the tools against the abrasive character of composite materials. The tool core’s higher cobalt content is said to guarantee precision, even when faced with demanding tension conditions in the material.

The Z-Plunge milling cutter from Kennametal is suited for aerospace, die and mold and general engineering applications. The cutter is designed to increase chip evacuation and productivity. Four cutting edges per insert offer good economy, the company says.

Used for batch processing large composite structures, Grieve’s No. 996 jumbo walk-in oven is gas-fired to reach temperatures of 350°F (177°C). Workspace dimensions measure 10 × 32 × 8 ft.

Fryer Machine Systems offers the 5X series of five-axis machining centers. Designed for versatility, the machines combine three axes of motion with a two-axis articulating spindle. The head features a 22,000-rpm, liquid-cooled, 20-hp spindle that utilizes HSK 63 tooling.

Developed in conjunction with major aircraft builders, Emuge’s Alu-Jet-Cut solid carbide end mills are designed for rapid, large-volume aluminum machining in mold and die, aerospace, automotive and machine tool manufacturing applications. The company says the tools are particularly useful for machining monolithic airframe structural components, which often require removal of as much as 95 percent of the weight of a solid block of material. The end mills are capable of cutting speeds in excess of 3,000 sfm.

ATI Stellram designed the 4E turning geometry to meet the demands of machining aerospace-type components manufactured from high nickel, high cobalt and titanium-based alloys. Available in grade SP0819, the inserts use an approved aerospace substrate and are enhanced with a nano-TiAlN layer PVD coating. Combining a super-hard coating with a micro-grain carbide substrate significantly improves heat and wear resistance in high-temperature alloy machining, the company says.

The Mi8 five-axis turning and milling center from Amada Wasino is designed for the medical, aerospace and other industries that demand parts with extreme precision. The multi-function center is suited for manufacturing complex, multi-operation workpieces, such as components for electric hybrids, hydrogen engines, new-generation diesel and gas fuel injection systems. The center integrates a tool changer and auto loader, making it ideal for the die mold industry, the company says.

Available from Missler Software, a new interface between the developer’s TopSolid’Cam and CGTech’s Vericut is designed to improve machine simulation visualisation. This can provide important productivity gains to TopSolid’Cam and Vericut users, the company says. Target customers include users of the two software solutions that work with large aerospace parts and companies involved in the machining of prototype parts.

Makino has launched version 5 of its EDcam offline programming software, which provides shops with more options in a wider array of applications. This update adds to features from previous versions, upholding the value of continuous machine run time and operator multitasking. New features include expanded model data, machining conditions technology upgrades and new electrode material types to encompass a larger number of application needs.

Global Shop Solutions’ Global Application Builder (GAB) is a programming tool that allows users to modify the company’s ERP system to suit their specific needs. The tool is a Rapid Application Development (RAD) language built from the ground up to integrate with the company’s One-System ERP solutions. GAB allows both front-end and business logic customizations without impacting the core system.

GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms, a unit of GE Enterprise Solutions has released Proficy Process Systems in a 250-I/O size, single-computer offering targeted at smaller applications and OEMs. It is a fully integrated process control system that is said to improve quality, reliability, throughput, performance and efficiency. The process system allows users the freedom to architect and scale process control systems to best meet their needs.

Epicor Software Corporation’s enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution, Epicor 9, utilizes Web 2. 0 concepts to provide users with a collaborative and dynamic enterprise business application experience. The solution provides business management and supports continuous performance improvement through real-time, in-context business insight.

Delcam’s PartMaker Division is shipping version 9 of its PartMaker and SwissCAM software for the programming of turn-mill centers, Swiss-type lathes, CNC mills, conventional lathes and wire EDM equipment. Major highlights of this release include a revamped and more productive user interface, improved capabilities for programming directly on solid models and the ability to generate HTML-based setup sheets automatically. According to the company, the user interface’s easy-to-use, configurable toolbars make the software faster and more productive for both new and existing users.

AdvantEdge production module version 5. 5 from Third Wave Systems is a process analysis software program that integrates workpiece material properties, CAD/CAM inputs and machine dynamics to help users identify opportunities for process improvements. Enhanced features in Production Module 2D include automated turning optimization, and an expanded material model database.

Surfware has announced that the beta version of SURFCAM Velocity 4 is available to SURFCAM Beta users. Enhancements include four- and five-axis functionality giving users more control over tool motion. The new and enhanced features will include three-axis high-speed machining.

Siemens Energy & Automation’s SinuTrain CNC training software is designed to run with Windows XP and is said to be suited for machine tool control-identical simulation training. The software is designed to provide mill and lathe operators with a high degree of practical hands-on experience prior to using the CNCs for the first time, the company says. While using the application, NC programs are developed and simulated using a direct connection to the company’s CAD systems to further speed the program generation protocol.

R&R Modular Fixturing introduces FixtureBuilder 3D CAD. The software is designed for documenting fixture setups and offline part programming. According to the company, users can build a fixture setup quickly and easily from its catalogs of components and base plates.

MTI Systems has released a feature-based cost estimating module within its flagship product, Costimator. Costimator V9. 0 provides users with feature-based cost models for machining and sheet metal fabrication.

Moduleworks has released the latest version of its three- to five-axis machining and simulation software. The simulation component offers fast simulation of the machining process and includes full material removal and machine simulation options, the company says. The simulation has been designed with speed and ease of implementation in mind.

Cecor introduces the 60-gallon Sump Shark sump cleaner. It is designed for cleaning machine tool sumps in shops with limited space. The cleaner’s vertical design allows it to fit in tight areas, through crowded aisles and around corners.

Brown & Sharpe Tesa, a Hexagon Metrology company, offers its Tesavisio 200, a non-contact video measuring device. The high-precision, scalable system can be reconfigured at any time. Its measurement range is 200 × 100 × 150 mm.

SMW Autoblok says its TX Pull-Down chuck features repeatability of up to 0. 0004″ (0. 01 mm) and is capable of operating under aggressive cutting conditions.

Schunk’s Tandem KSP plus stationary clamping system achieves a repeat accuracy of up to 0. 01 mm with the multi-tooth guidance of the base jaws, the long jaw guidance and the exact centering via the clamping sleeves which help reduce jaw lifting. The compact, clamping force block, which features a one-piece, rigid base body, achieves gripping forces ranging to 60kN.

The Neidlein FSB 75 face driver from LMC Workholding is used to efficiently cut large-sized workpieces. The face driver is able to make heavy cuts on large barstock and forged workpieces up to 12 ft. long, 28″ in diameter and weighing as much as 13,000 lbs.

Tsudakoma TN-101, TN-131, TN-161 and TN-201 compact, high speed, tilting rotary tables from Koma Precision use a dual taper, double-disc braking mechanism, which generates massive clamp torque—an increase of 320 percent when compared to previous models. The one-piece monoblock frame construction permits maximum rigidity. The tables feature an indexing and tilting repeatability of ±2 arcseconds and are available with a full range of options including rotary scales and various chucks and collets.

The GD210LP low-profile rotary table from Hardinge is said to feature rigidity, speed, accuracy and repeatability. Large diameter bearings and a fail-safe clamping system provide high stiffness and high rigidity for parts weighing as much as 220 lbs. The table uses 233 foot-pounds (315 Nm) of clamping torque to handle off-center drilling, cross-axis milling and other high-force cutting applications.

Eriez’s SafeHold XPL line of magnets can use one magnet to lift either flat or round materials. The magnets are available in six models with capacities ranging from 400 to 5,000 lbs for flat materials and 300 to 4,000 lbs for round materials. The small, lightweight magnets are constructed from Erium 3000 rare-earth, magnetic material, and they feature a powerful, magnetic force.

Emuge’s System SG expanding-bush design workholding system is used in hobbing, shaping and shaving operations for gear production as well as in milling and inspection applications. The system’s design is based on a series of short tapers that expand or contract when acted upon by an axial force. The system can be designed for ID or OD clamping, allowing for expansion and contraction.

Available from Jobs, the five-axis LinX Compact series of medium-sized linear motor milling machines uses a mobile crossbeam to support both high speed and high-power operations. Three versions are available—LinX 20, LinX 30 and LinX 35—offering Y-axis travels of 79", 116" or 144", respectively. The minimum X-axis stroke of these machines is 79", but this can be increased using modular, 79" extensions.

Fidia’s Y2K solution combines two of the company’s K-range machining centers, which face each other and share the same worktable to provide efficient modularity. According to the company, the simultaneous action of two milling heads controlled by two synchronized CNCs enables production of drawing dies for sheet metal, aeronautical components, models and prototypes in nearly half the time. Additionally, the company says its flexible software, as well as the fact that the two controls allow the use of independent milling programs for each machine’s work area, makes the solution useful for machining dies, large-dimensioned single components or separate pieces.

CNC Indexing Technologies says its GSI CNCT-321 tilt/rotary table is designed for adding fourth- and fifth-axis productivity at minimal cost. The table allows users to machine as many as to five sides of a part while minimizing second and third operations and setups. The table has a 12.

 Advanced Machine & Engineering announces the availability of the Triag 5axesClamp. According to the company, the spindle on a five-axis machine often has difficulty reaching all areas of a complex part using conventional workholding technology. The Triag workholding system minimizes interference, allowing machining spindles full access to workpieces, even in high-density applications.

SGS Tool Company’s Z-Carb-AP variable rake end mill offers three stages of chatter suppression resulting in a quiet, stable milling operation. In stage one, unequal flute spacing disrupts the rhythmic pattern created by the cutting edge of common end mills. This suppresses the development of damaging harmonics.

Cuttermasters’ GSC drill point grinders are designed to regrind drills with diameters ranging from 0. 098 to 1. 032".

Incorporating a flexible manufacturing system, the Mycenter-HX400iF HMC from Kitamura Machinery features a 12-station flexible pallet container (FPC) system. According to the company, the center’s rigid construction; precision; intuitive controls; ability to move easily between difficult materials; and its ability for high speed production make it suited for lights-out production. The company’s multi-pallet systems enable manufacturers to incorporate an unmanned machining development process for a multitasking machine environment that optimizes up-time.

Designed specifically for the oil and gas industry, Greenleaf Corporation’s expanded Ring Max line of ring groove tooling is suited for difficult to machine materials. Combined with the company’s WG-300 or WG-600 whisker-reinforced ceramic inserts, the ring groove cutters can reduce cutting times from 30 min. to less than 1 min.

The SMS SMV-40 series of VMCs from GBI Cincinnati is said to be ideal for ultra-precise mold and die work as well as mixed-volume, short-run operations. It can also be used for dedicated high-volume applications. With X-, Y- and Z-axis travels of 1,000, 520 and 505 mm, respectively, the VMC combines high-performance milling and large machining capacity within a footprint of 2,800 × 2,185 × 3,000 mm.

Enshu’s JE60G high speed, 400-mm HMC features 23. 6" (600-mm) travels and a Fanuc 32iM advanced CNC. The standard, dual-contact 40-taper spindle achieves speeds of 15,000 rpm in 1.

With one multi-purpose tool, Magafor says it can increase production, cost savings and quality. The Multi-V multi-function carbide tool is capable of performing eight separate operations—centering/spotting, V-grooving, engraving, counter sinking, interpolation drilling, chamfering and longitudinal chamfers. The multi-function tool can meet diameter needs ranging from 0.

To meet the evolving demands of high speed machining, Davenport Machine’s enhanced Davenport HP focuses on usability and maintenance. For easier interaction, the Man Machine Interface (MMI) is mounted on a waist-high pendant system that allows the operator to use the interface at the front, end or back of the machine. The sound enclosure has more windows, which increase visibility while the machine is running.

High-performance CNC-pressed Toroid inserts from Dapra are designed for aggressive metalcutting and long tool life. These thicker inserts offer enhanced heat absorption capabilities and feature a stronger cutting edge for heavier chip loads and greater shock absorption. Additionally, positive top rake results in reduced cutting forces and lower torque.

CNC Software’s Mastercam X3 is designed to increase machining flexibility by emphasizing on speed and automation. With feature-based machining, high speed tool motion and faster toolpath generation, X3 is said to improve shop-floor productivity. The software’s feature-based machining capability allows automatic milling and drilling of solid models because it can evaluate a part’s features and automatically develop a machining strategy.

LMI Technologies has developed a complete modular vision sensor platform of hardware and software components under its FireSync brand. The system is said to allow fast and easy integration of components into a scalable machine vision system along with microsecond synchronization. The platform allows the development of a single, unified design for building vision applications ranging from smart sensors to complex Web scanning systems anywhere from specification to final assembly.

Integrated post-processing, simulation and emulation (PSE) is an NC manufacturing methodology from ICAM that includes the company’s CAM-Post, Virtual Machine and Control Emulator. CAM-Post is an independent, single-source NC post-processing development and deployment software product that supports virtually all major CAD/CAM/PLM systems, CNCs and machine tools, the company says. Advanced forward-looking optimization features such as path planning, rotary axes pre-positioning and winding are said to optimize the machining process while avoiding dwell marks, over-travel and rotary repositioning.

Graphic Products North America offers the latest version of its CAD/CAM software, CAM-Tool V3 version 4. V3 is designed for traditional three-axis mold and die machining as well as high speed machining, hard milling and medical applications, whereas the MX 3 + 2 product is used for multi-axis applications. The CAD/CAM software is suited for mold and die makers that need to do micromachining and medical machining or start cutting from a hardened block.

Designed for high-performance applications, the Fagor 8070 ETX CNC is based on an industrial-hardened Windows operating system running on an XP-embedded platform. A host of online software configurations can be integrated for a true open-architecture system. In addition, the control is built with a solid state disk for reliable operation in harsh industrial environments.

The GA CNC Series are unique models of angular cylindrical grinding machines by PARAGON are suitable for long, multi-steps, and profile cylindrical grinding, up to 0. 1 Êm positioning accuracy, which offer the best choice for high accuracy.

The RC series centerless grinding machines can be used for infeed grinding and thrufeed grinding to ensure accuracy, high productivity in workpieces with diameters between 1 mm and 50 mm.

 VX Corporation has released its Show-n-Tell communication tool that is designed for on-screen, step-by-step lessons and to automate, design, review and markup 3D files. The tool is built into VX CAD/CAM. With the “Show-n-Tell” tutorials, there are no video drivers or codecs to install or reams of paper to print.

 The advanced remote technology (A. R. T.

Siemens Energy & Automation introduces its SINUMERIK solution line CNC system platform. The line comprises the panel-based 802D sl, the PC-based 840Di sl and the 840D sl, available in both panel and PC-based versions. The network-centric architecture of this line can be effectively combined with SINAMICS, the company’s drive technology, to design stand-alone as well as plant-wide automation solutions.

 Planit Solutions’ EdgeCAM 2009 R1 is the latest version of the company’s CAM software. New programming and usability features include an improved rest finishing cycle that supports virtually all tool types, providing more flexible cycles, an optimized tool path and faster cycle generation. An advanced rough-turning cycle provides increased efficiencies and improved control of the machining process including notch avoidance.

 The H7BX multi-function counter from Omron delivers simple preset and batch-counting functions as well as advanced dual counter and tachometer functions. It fits standard DIN cutouts with a front panel measuring 72 × 72 mm and a mounting depth of 100 mm. The large, six-digit, highly-visible backlit LCD display can be set to change color (red or green) when operating status changes, thus enabling operators to check output status from a distance.

Alibre offers the next major release of its 3D CAD software, Alibre Design 11. 0. In addition to migrating the entire code base to the .

Igus offers its Energy Chain cable carriers, which are designed to house, protect and extend the service life of moving cables and hoses attached to automated machinery. Cable carrier products include the fully enclosed E2/000 cable carrier range; time-saving E-Z Chains, which feature fast cable access via a split crossbar; and the low-vibration System E6, which have been tested over more than 220 million cycle strokes. Other products include System P4 Energy Chains for long travels (as much as 0.

GBI Cincinnati’s SMS CNC, high speed vertical turning centers are said to be ideal for mixed volume, short-run operations as well as dedicated high-volume applications. With a swing of 650 mm and a maximum turning diameter and height of 610 mm and 505 mm, the SMS AC-600 combines high-performance turning and large machining capacity within a compact 1,700- × 1,600- × 12,942-mm footprint. X-axis travel is 306 mm and Z-axis travel is 505 mm.

El Tool’s coolant-driven angle heads develop as much as 100 inch-pounds of torque. The heads incorporate a planetary gear with a 5:1 ratio, said to be ideal for applications where high torque at lower speeds is required. The angle heads are powered by an integral positive displacement ball piston motor driven by the machining center’s high-pressure coolant system.

Ebbco’s Evolution series filtration systems for the grinding industry are said to be a complete precision machining filtration package, suitable for use with virtually all metals, PCD and ceramics.

TiroTool’s TiroWave 3D chip breakers are said to have a tool life of as much as 10× when compared to conventional tooling machining aluminum alloys. The chip breakers are said to be ideal for machining magnesium alloys, non-ferrous materials, composites, reinforced plastics and materials with abrasive binders.  .

The Demmeler modular fixturing system from Bluco features accurate five-sided welding tables made of high-tensile-strength steel. Angles, spacer blocks, clamps, positioning and clamping bolts and universal stops can be assembled into a ready-to-use welding fixture in a matter of hours, the company says. The system is said to be ideal for prototypes, spares and other short-run jobs, the company says.

X700 grade inserts from ATI are coated with TiAIN by PVD and are designed for milling stainless steels and titanium alloys while generating lower pressure and stress during machining operations. The inserts are available in a variety of styles—square, round and octagonal for a variety of applications. .

Amada’s latest bandsaws, PCSAW430AX and PCSAW530AX, are designed to eliminate inherent problems such as noise, vibration and cutting resistance producing higher efficiency bandsawing, according to the company. The PCSAW430AX is a single pulse cutting machine capable of cutting material as long as 16". The PCSAW530AX is capable of cutting material ranging to 21".

The handheld Thermo Scientific Niton XL3t 800 XRF analyzer offers positive grade identification, composition analysis of alloy and metal coatings and substrates, as well as coating thickness/coating weight measurement. The instrument provides data such as eddy current, magnetic induction and Beta backscatter. Users will get precise multilayer coating thickness results in seconds, the company says.

The Galileo KineMic from L. S. Starrett is an entry-level, modular, video-based inspection system designed for quality assurance, receiving inspection, training, manufacturing, assembly, research, documentation and a variety of other applications.

The six-axis MultiGage from Romer is a portable, precision coordinate measuring machine (CMM) with a 1. 2 m measuring volume. This CMM is used for 3D control of molds, parts, tooling, castings and more.

Mitutoyo’s QuantuMike line of micrometers feature improved measurement time, repeatability and accuracy as well as ergonomics. The micrometer provides accuracy at ±1 µm /0. 00005” throughout its measuring range and is also water and dust resistant.

Renishaw’s XL-80 laser calibration system brings precision and portability to manufacturing machinery process validation, the company says. The system’s design allows for a 4× slew rate and a 10× dynamic data capture rate in a small, light and portable package. The system increases linear measurement speed to 4 m/s, while providing a resolution of 1 nm, even at top speed.

Marposs introduces the Mida OGP70 optical spindle probe for use in very high precision machining centers and milling machines. The optical spindle probe has unidirectional repeatability of 0. 1 µm.

Mahr Federal introduces a Class 1 universal gear tester that provides fast, accurate analysis for a range of gear and gear tool applications on gears with ODs as large as 400 mm. The system is part of the GMX series and incorporates a four-axis PowerPC controller with automatic tailstock and high-accuracy 3D scanning probe head. The system provides a solution for both universal and specialized gear manufacturing processes.

The Immersion Corporation’s TeZet CAD measurement system is designed for tube measurement, automatic correction of bend correction data, quality control and documentation. The system supplies a fast and easy way to confirm that tubes have been bent to the correct specifications or to automatically generate bend-correction data for tube bending machines, the company says. Using either a touch probe, laser fork probe or line laser, the system allows both experienced and novice users to increase productivity.

Heidenhain has expanded its LIDA 400 scales series to include a version that can withstand varying temperatures. The LIDA 403 scale is available with glass or glass ceramic as its graduation carrier. Its expansion coefficient makes it useful in varying temperatures while maintaining high accuracy, the company says.

 Edmunds Gages has introduced the advanced data analysis measurement monitor (ADAMM) that provides air-to-electronic and LVDT-based signal conditioning, data gathering, analysis and storage in one unit. According to the company, the amplifier is designed to bridge the gap between “stop light” single element amplifiers with virtually no data retention and personal computers being used on the shop floor. This eliminates the need for individual amplifiers with separate data collectors to display, record, analyze and store measurement information.

Vektek has developed an inline filter to help deal with system contamination, which can invade circuits and damage sensitive components. These compact filters are available in 10- and 25-micron filtration models to protect components, isolate contamination inside plumbing and keep systems operating at peak performance. These filters are small enough to use on each device and for protective use throughout the circuit.

Valenite has added the V560 heavy-duty, roughing face mill to its general purpose Penta family of five-sided, face milling cutters. The 0. 400" depth-of-cut capability allows for machining under the tough outer layer of forge or cast workpieces, reducing insert wear compared to smaller inserts, the company says.

The LG linear guide ball bushing from THK is said to offer high accuracy, smooth motion and high load capacities. Its rotation-prevention function, where four rows of circular arc grooves are arranged on the shaft, is included to ensure precise movement. This circular-arc-groove design allows for increased load carrying capability.

Seco Tools offers its MR6 chipbreaker optimized for peak performance in the medium-rough turning of steels. The chipbreaker’s main advantage is the open and highly positive design coupled with the company’s Duratomic coated grades, allowing for the use of higher cutting speeds when compared to traditionally designed chipbreakers, the company says. The chipbreaker generates low cutting forces within the main cutting area allowing high cutting speed, depth of cut and feed, which increase machine utilization and productivity for the customer.

Sandvik Coromant offers a new range of Coromant Capto machine-adapted clamping units (MACU) for lathe machines. Said to be ideal for both turning and milling applications, the products provide the flexibility to change from one system to another quickly. They also channel high-pressure coolant from CoroTurn HP cutting heads, thus reducing temperatures and improving chip control.

Sanborn Technologies’ UFV750TV Ultrafiltration membrane system minimizes disposal of oily wastewater from manufacturing facilities. Designed for unattended operation, the compact system requires 33 square feet of shop space and includes a 330-gallon process tank with level controls and a 50-gallon cleaning tank. A variety of standard options such as transfer pumps and free-oil removal separator are available.

The GrindSmart Nano6 tool grinding machine from Rollomatic is a compact, six-axis, high tech tool grinding center designed for the manufacturing of advanced cutting tools with diameters ranging from 0. 0004" to 0. 078" (0.

A line of high-performance end mills for aluminum materials consists of two- and three-flute tools for roughing and finishing applications. This line, manufactured by Onsrud Cutter, also includes a selection of corner radii and neck and flute lengths. The large “sweet spot” of the tools allows for virtually chatter-free machining at high rpm and on heavy cuts.

Mori Seiki’s NT series of integrated mill-turn centers fully combines a lathe with a machining center. The NT5400 DCG/1800S employs both driven at the center of gravity (DCG) technology and the box-in-box construction of the NH series HMCs. The center also employs a turret with a built-in milling motor from the NL series CNC lathes.

Cimcool, a division of Milacron, offers HFP Fluids with FACT (foam arrest control technology). The fluids produce less foam, which results in better lubricity than conventional metalworking fluids, the company says. This makes it suited for high speed machining and metalworking operations.

V-Hemoth, Micro 100 Tool Corporation’s high-velocity variable pitch end mills, feature variable flutes pitch. The carbide end mills are designed for high speed milling while eliminating chatter and vibration. All tools have AlTiN coating as standard.

The FANUC DDR/B from Methods Machine Tools is a rotary fourth axis designed specifically to complement the speed and versatility of the FANUC RoboDrill VMC. By eliminating the positioning delays of traditional rotary tables, it reduces part cycle times. The fourth axis can unclamp, rotate 180 degrees and reclamp in less than 0.

Master Magnetics’ Magnetic Carabiner Hook features Neodymium Magnets, which the company says is the strongest magnet material in the world. This powerful magnetic assembly has as much as 45 lbs of pull strength, and it comes with a protective surface liner covering its 11. 3-mm base circumference.

The 5AX-200II CNC rotary table from Lyndex-Nikken is said to perform with high accuracy and fast rotating and tilting speeds. The company’s patented carbide worm system ensures wear resistance, rigidity and the rapid speeds of this rotary table. The carbide worm system uses a carbide worm screw and ion nitrided worm wheel rather than a conventional bronze or bronze-alloy actuation mechanism.

Klingspor offers abrasive products suited for use in the high-performance manufacturing of metals. In belt form, they have offerings ranging from ceramic aluminum oxide to premium alumina zirconia, both lubricated and non-lubricated, to aluminum oxide. They are all available in a variety of backings, grit ranges and price points to suit various manufacturing needs.

Users familiar with VeriSurf software will find the latest version, VeriSurf X, easy to navigate and customize, the company says. This version allows users to inspect, analyze, build and reverse engineer using the same application, eliminating the need for multiple systems or platforms. Software features include a simplified menu structure; an “always-available” feature tree for enhanced access to the inspection platform and data; real-time and offline mesh inspection; a CAD system for model-based inspection and reverse engineering; and CATIA and Unigraphics/NX native read options with GD&T import.

TU Mobile is a mobile training platform from Tooling U that allows users to access the company’s training Web site from anywhere in the world, without using a computer. The company says that by introducing the platform, it intends to increase usability and portability of training. The platform offers many features from the company’s main training site.

 AdvantEdge FEM version 5. 2 material-based modeling software from Third Wave Systems reduces the number of design iterations and gets products to market more quickly, the company says. The software features improved DXF meshing and selective refinement of 2D models, parametric double-angle point standard drill geometry, expanded tapping capability and tool and workpiece 3D visualization within the user interface.

 SolidWorks’ Education Edition 2008-2009 features all of the capabilities of SolidWorks 2008 Office Premium as well as analysis software, curriculum and more. Designed for students, the software features an intuitive user interface, the company says. A streamlined workflow anticipates which tools students will need in the context of a specific task they are undertaking and presents the tools for use.

MasterCAM is a Windows-based CAD/CAM software package, developed by CNC Software, for two- through five-axis milling and turning; two- and four-axis wire EDM; 2D and 3D design, surface and solid modeling; artistic relief cutting; and 2D and 3D routing. MasterCAM X2 features a direct add-in for Autodesk Inventor. This add-in module is free to users in the MasterCAM and Autodesk communities.

DRO Systems For GagingHeidenhain’s ND 200 series digital readouts (DROs) feature multiple inputs and a flexible configuration. Highlights of the ND 280 include a monochrome screen and standard functions that fulfill many measuring tasks, the company says. The ND 287 features a color screen and is modular in design.

Griffo Brothers has added Mazatrol Matrix support in its CamLink software product line. Mazak users invested in the Matrix control can take advantage of CamLink’s time-saving features that allow more control over the machine tools and increased efficiency in the shop. Support is available for the Matrix M, Matrix T, Matrix MT and Matrix ME controls.

Gibbs and Associates offers its Advanced 3D with HSM enhancement for GibbsCAM SolidSurfacer, which introduces a complete range of advanced three-axis milling functionalities with support for high speed machining (HSM). The three-axis surface machining capabilities provide more control and flexibility in toolpath generation with integral high speed machining support, the company says. The enhancement includes toolpath strategies optimized for high speed and hard material machining; 3D rest or material-only machining; support for tapered tool shapes; and new types of finishing processes, including constant step-over and steep-shallow combination.

Version 2. 2 of Geometric’s GeomCaliper for CATIA V5 and GeomCaliper for Pro/ENGINEER products features enhancements primarily related to performance improvement. A featured update includes code optimization to leverage the computation power of multi-core machines resulting in a reduction of computation time on dual-core machines as compared to single-core machines.

GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms, a unit of GE Enterprise Solutions, offers the 0i-D series of high-performance CNC systems. The control features nanometer interpolation, which ensures smooth machined surfaces by using a fine resolution for position commands.

DP Technology's Esprit 2009 features new technologies in three- and five-axis milling, feature recognition and the user interface as well as productivity-enhancing features for milling, turning and wire EDM part programming.

Delta Tau Data Systems offers the pre-production release of its Power PMAC controller, which combines motion- and machine-control technology. 

ITI Tooling's Mori Seiki tool spindles have been developed specifically to complement the high speed; high torque tool turrets used on many of the NL, NT, NZ and DuraTurn series machines. These turrets use a high performance tool drive and transmission that is driven by an integral direct drive motor with minimal h

Ingersoll introduces integral collet tooling to connect to their Hi-PosMicro indexable end mills and Chip-Surfer solid carbide tipped tooling lines. Customers can replace worn tooling on their machines in seconds with 0.0005" axial and radial repeatability, the company says. The results are said to maximize the ri

IEMCA announces that its bar feeders are now backed by a five-year warranty. The five-year warranty, available for a limited time, covers all parts and labor for the first year of ownership and the cost of parts for the next four years. The warranty does not affect machine pricing, and is automatically included wit

The SR 200 BB (Big Bore) high-performance multi-tasking turning center from Hardinge offers users a combination of performance features that include speed, power, accuracy and durability. This heavy-duty turning center features a Hardinge Sure-Grip lever type 250mm (10") three-jaw chuck as standard equipment. The S

Huot Manufacturing is introducing a new line of products for KM63 toolholders. The offering includes a three-shelf version of the ToolScoot storage system as well as bench-top and wall-mount-style products. Each of the units feature specially molded nylon inserts to securely hold the KM63 toolholders. These rugged

 Deschner Mini-K leak-proof speed regulators are said to be popular in applications requiring a small, light weight feed control, and are often used in hand-held drill operations. Fully adjustable, the Mini K Kinecheks are available in 1/2", 1", 1 1/4" and 1 1/2 inch stroke lengths with a maximum capacity of 400 Ibs. Mini K Kinecheks are part of the line of Kinechek model speed regulators and offer the same patented, leak proof performance as the original Slimline Kinecheks, the company says.

  Rexroth says that its electromechanical cylinders bring custom control, high speed, high torque capability to applications traditionally requiring hydraulic or pneumatic cylinders. The company says EMC cylinders are energy efficient and environmentally friendly, with versatile configuration options. The new se

Abanaki Corporation has added the EconoMini oil skimmer to its line of oil removal equipment.   The EconoMini is compact at approximately 4" x 3" x 4" and weighs in at 6 lbs. The company says that this skimmer is good for use in tight spaces, such as on parts-washer tanks and coolant sumps. It can even be used to

Exact Metrology, Inc. has added a Leica Geosystems HDS6000 scanning system and software to their long-range scanning equipment line. The company says that this portable high-definition surveying high-speed laser scanner increases long-range scanning service capabilities including structural analysis.   This  porta

Sunnex describes its HS700 high intensity work lamps as ideal for manufacturing, assembly and other industrial applications. The lamps are designed for ease of use and are said to withstand heavy production schedules. They are available with a flexible, anti-vibration gooseneck arm. A drift-free articulate arm neve

PortaCrimp tools are designed to give the user full visibility of the crimping process. Interchangeable crimp dies (22 types are available) are kept together with a special pin to simplify handling. A ratcheting frame is also available. Fixed crimpers are also available. These precision ratchet crimp tools are des

Streamliner lathe toolholders feature coolant delivery through the shank and are said to be suited for low- or high-pressure delivery. To conserve coolant, the toolholders are equipped with interchangeable coolant-distribution plates for various volumes of air, mist or liquid. The coolant delivery is parallel to the top of the insert, which enables the coolant to have a positive effect at the shear zone.

ProtoTrak CNC retrofits from Southwestern Industries feature an easy-to-use interface. The retrofits are installed in the customer’s shop in about a day by a factory-trained technician. Ballscrews are installed in the table and saddle. Electronic machine tool error calibration and backlash compensation help maintai

The SecoMax CBN400C is a polycrystalline cubic boron nitride (PCBN) grade from Seco Tools that is optimized for finishing grey iron components commonly found in automotive manufacturing. The PCBN grade has a grain size of 3 to 6 microns and CBN content of 90 percent. It is available in a range of insert styles com

The Tendo family of hydraulic expansion toolholders from Schunk now comes in a super-slim version. The Tendo LSS has been optimized to keep interfering contours to a minimum. It can be used to access difficult parts of a workpiece and function in working areas where appliances create difficult conditions. The tool

The GC1010 insert grade from Sandvik was designed to provide an effective cutting solution for hardened steels. The company says that the grade roughs and finishes tool steels, ISO-H hardened steels and ISO-P steels. The insert can also be used to improve productivity in ISO-K cast irons. The insert features a thi

The Nemi flat plate vacuum slider pod base features the flexibility of flat plate pod location and placement, while maintaining the versatility of interchangeable tops. The vacuum pods can be configured for individual use as well as daisy chaining. All pods are equipped with 8-mm fittings unless otherwise specified

Makino's D500 five-axis VMC is designed for complex part production where part quality is paramount, the company says. The work zone for the center is 500 × 450 mm. The X, Y and Z axes provide strokes up to 550, 1000 and 500 mm respectively. Rotary table axes A and C provide rotational motion of +30 to -120 degrees

Iscar's Hydrofit chucks are said to be suitable for stationary- or rotating-tool applications ranging to 15,000 rpm. The company says that the chucks are suitable for protecting brittle solid carbide tools in HSM work. Runout accuracy is 0.003 mm. The chucks require only moderate hand torque on an Allen key to cla

Heller's five-axis MCH-C machining center is equipped with a universal swivel head and a two-speed gearbox, making the machines suited for low- to medium-volume, flexible machining of tough materials common to medical, power transmission and aerospace parts. The machine can accommodate from prototype, batch, and he

The SR series internal Roll-A-Finish tools from Cogsdill are said to produce accurately-sized holes with fine surface finishes and work-hardened surfaces. The tools are offered in four standard work lengths, including 2″, 4″ and 8″ styles. They are available for through-hole or blind-hole applications and are stock

The Colchester-Harrison TT6 turn-mill center from Clausing features overlapped (twin turning) tool sequences to provide optimized productivity. The center offers reduced setup time, and waiting time between pieces is eliminated, the company says. The eight-axis machine has twin 12-station turrets; two identical 20-

The Ecoca MT-310-750 and MT-310-1000 are heavy-duty, high precision CNC turning centers designed for job shops that require robust cutting performance and operational flexibility, the company says. The machines are built from Meehanite iron with a rigid 30-degree slant-bed design. Square box ways are said to have r

Precision Micro-Profiler engraving tools from 2L are designed for engraving and machining operations as small as 0.002″ in diameter. The tools are available with a 1 / 8 ″ diameter shanks, 15- and 30-degree angles and tip widths ranging from 0.002″ to 0.005″. Other sizes and widths are available, says the company.

 Wardjet offers more than 20 models of waterjet cutting machines. These systems feature multiple five-axis abrasive or water-only cutting heads. Custom machine applications are also available with options such as height sensors, crash sensors, laser alignment, drill and tapping units that allow users to cut a hole

 The TruBend Series 5000 precision press brakes from Trumpf features enhancements to improve productivity and efficiency in bending. These improvements include a new visual setup and positioning aid and a new mobile control. A large number of LED lights positioned in 1-mm increments are integrated into the cover o

The Syncrono 2D laser cutting system is available with Prima’s CV5000 laser resonator. Designed for high cutting speeds, the CV5000 increases productivity, cuts thicker materials and produces a quality cut with a reduced heat-affected zone, the company says. The system features a special laser head that includes tw

The Jet-Edge mid-rail gantry waterjet system features an 8 ft. × 13 ft. work envelope with an exposed tank that accommodates overhead loading. Although the system comes standard with one abrasive jet cutting head, a second cutting head can be added to increase productivity. The mid-rail gantry is ballscrew driven f

Columbia Marking Tools’ updated Mite-E-Mark air impact marker features additional stroke length, integrated position sensors and a low-maintenance, non-lube feature. This air impact marker is used for marking lot codes, acceptance marks or machine ID codes on metal and plastic parts. The marker is compact, and in

The 050KD from CML USA Ercolina, bends pipes, tubes, squares, rectangles, solids and other profiles. The machine is capable of bending ferrous and non-ferrous materials from 1/4" to 2 1/2" and accepts the manufacturer's optional two-axis A40/P positioning table for multiple and sequential bends. A heavy-duty gear c

Mitsubishi Laser’s LVP LUSII offers performance-enhancing features such as 40CF-R resonator technology, which reduces rise time/fall time of square wave pulse. This is said to provide more consistent beam power during the cutting process and deliver a more consistent edge quality. Additionally, the uniform low-cur

SolidCAM2008 R12 incorporates more than 100 new features. Its enhanced Automatic Feature Recognition and Machining capability (AFRM) supports automatic recognition and machining of multi-level closed and open pockets in a solid model. This version offers an extended tool table for milling and links in addition to e

  WorkNC G3 automatically generates optimized roughing and finishing tool paths for two- through five-axis machining applications. The new NCSpeed module, developed by Formtec and fully integrated into WorkNC, can produce additional cycle time reductions. NCSpeed uses a computer-generated stock model that is upda

 FixtureBuilder 3D CAD software documents fixture setups and enables offline part programming. According to the company, users can build a fixture setup quickly and easily from the program’s catalog of R&R components and base plates by simply dragging and snapping into position. The software automatically build

  JobPlan-Enterprise is an integrated, enterprise resource planning (ERP) module designed for custom, discrete manufacturers and companies that work on an engineered-to-order basis. The system offers complete functionality to meet the requirements of special purpose machinery and the mold tool industry, the compan

  The Manualplus 620 features a new NC kernel and with it, the cycle programming feature of this control enables machinists to quickly and efficiently program and machine workpieces without writing NC programs. A key addition to this control is the new programming mode “Smart.Turn”. This mode enables simple and q

  Version 2008.2 of this ERP software system enhances many existing functions within the application, while also bringing in a host of new features for improving on-time delivery and lowering the cost of manufacturing. Updates include enhancements to the task scheduler; recalculation of overtime by utilizing shi

  The Fagor CNC 8070 control system is based upon an industrial-hardened Windows operating system running on an XP-embedded platform. This allows the integration of a host of online software configurations allowing the control system to work as an open architecture system. The control system is designed for use wi

 Esprit Mold is an automated, easy-to-use, robust and powerful three-axis and five-axis CAM system, the company says. Utilizing knowledge of in-process stock, remaining material and integrated simulation and verification, this CAM system is said to deliver fast, safe and reliable programming for a variety of 3D mac

  The LANCNC-FAD controller allows drag-and-drop, bi-directional file transfers between Fadal CNCs and network servers without additional software. The controller uses a Secure Digital (SD) card to capture programs from the network server, allowing drip-feed programs to continue even if the network crashes. The

  With its ergonomic design and hot-plug capability, the Rexroth IndraControl VCH08 portable human machine interface (HMI) makes it easier for equipment operators to set up, run and diagnose their machinery, especially in gantry, material handling, line transfer or large manufacturing cell operations, the company

 Alibre CAM is a fully integrated, 3D parametric, personal CAD/CAM solution that is accessible and affordable, the company says. The CAM program is integrated into Alibre Design, the company’s 3D parametric CAD product family, meaning there is only one interface to learn. This CAM solution provides 2½- to 5-axis C

Software provider SwooshTec offers Version 6 of Siemens PLM Software’s CAM Express, full-function numerical control programming software. The updated software includes more capabilities across the critical three-axis machining application space, including specific high speed machining approaches to enable simplif

Surfware, Inc., developer of Surfcam CAD/CAM systems, and Swift-Carb CNC, a New Tech cutting tools company, have partnered to offer the Swift-Carb TrueMill certified series of cutting tools. With the release of Velocity 4, TrueMill technology for milling has achieved new levels of productivity, Surfware says, addin

Bystronic’s manual bevel angle cutting head option for Byjet waterjet cutting systems increases the flexibility of the system by allowing cutting at angles ranging to 45 degrees. In conjunction with the integrated height control and collision protection, the bevel head can be used for weld preparation or the cuttin

Romi Machine Tools introduces the GL240 and GL280 slant bed lathes; C420 lathes; and 40- and 50-taper linear motor VMCs with X-axis travels to 80". Also available are four drilling and tapping machines that can also handle milling operations. They are offered in four sizes, VTC560 A and B, VTC600 and VTC800. An aut

Mazak’s HCN 8800-II HMC is built to meet the needs of high productivity for large parts production. It offers a 60-tool storage magazine and a 10,000-rpm, 50-hp integrated spindle/motor generating as much as 900-foot-pounds (1,218-Nm) of torque. Options include 8,000-rpm/50-hp and 16,000-rpm/50-hp spindles. The mac

The PivotLok PL325 bench- or pedestal-mounted, ball swivel work positioner allows users to bring the work to their hands. With a 40-lb working capacity, the work positioner enhances productivity by providing a way to position the work using ball pivoting positioning to place the work anywhere within a full hemisphe

ITI Tooling expands its range of Sauter “No Compromise” live tool spindle units for Mori Seiki, CNC lathes and mill/turn machines. Mori Seiki tool spindles are developed to complement the high speed, high-torque tool turrets used on many of the NL, NT, NZ and DuraTurn series machines. These turrets use a high-perfo

Slater Tools expands its product line of Swiss-type, adjustment-free rotary broaching toolholders with the 0700 series, which has a 0.5" tool bore. It uses standard 0.5" inch shank and 1.75" overall length rotary broaches for polygon forms, and most are available from stock. The series suited for use on Swiss-type

Sandvik’s CoroThread 266 family of rigid, high-precision threading tools are available in 0.5" and 0.625" insert sizes. The tools are buil to high levels of stability through the iLock insert locking system. With this design, an insert contains a slot for each of its three indexable cutting edges. When locked into

Cut Technologies Metal LLC’s cermet-tipped circular saw blades are designed for cutting mild and stainless steels. The cermet-tipped blades, known as CTC-1000, CSM-1000, CSS-1000 and ColdCut-1000, allow most metal to be cut faster and with less material lost to kerf. Their tooth material and design allow stainless

Ingersoll’s SP6H/SP6N series of S-Max high-feed face mills is said to combine robust edge strength and high-feed capability, providing a hybrid approach to machining applications. The high-feed capability is made possible by an 80-degree lead angle for a 5x chip thinning factor. Two insert choices consist of a mult

Gortite, an A & A Manufacturing company, offers its NT automatic door opening system, which is designed for field- retrofit on existing machinery to boost productivity by automatically opening and closing machine tool doors. Their safe, ergonomic design protects the operators of automatic machining equipment fr

Goodfellow Corporation offers molybdenum in small quantities for a range of industrial applications. Because of its high melting point, pure molybdenum is used for resistance heating elements in furnaces, filament supports in electric lamps and electrodes for mercury vapor lamps. Molybdenum is also useful as an all

GNW Laser’s Model OFB-20 portable fiber laser system is suited for a variety of marking, engraving, drilling and micro-processing applications. It is designed for use on a stand-alone workstation, or it can be integrated into an existing production line. Its hand-held operator control box has lasing “start,” “stop”

The Ganesh Cyclone-32 GTS has dual gang slides to allow the main spindle and the subspindles to work independently, shortening cycle times because both spindles are working simultaneously. The spindles provide fast acceleration and deceleration, the company says. These machines come standard with 1,181-ipm rapids a

The Nemi vacuum grid chuck adds the versatility of vacuum workholding to machining centers, manual milling machines, surface grinders and more, the company says. Suitable applications include machining or grinding flat plate plastics, alumimum, steel, carbon fiber or other materials. This system can be bolted direc

Fanuc Robotics America Inc.’s M-710iC/50 SE FoundryPRO robot is designed to operate in harsh manufacturing environments. The entire robot is coated with a special epoxy, and its wrist has protective covers to withstand high-pressure washing. In addition, the base of the robot purges air to avoid vapor entrance. Coa

ATS Systems offers Hainbuch’s dead length quick-change collet chuck system. The deadlength collet design is said to offer precision, rigidity and holding power. The clamping head consists of hardened and ground steel segments that link together by a vulcanization process. Round-smooth, round-serrated, hex, square a

Tri-Tech Precision’s Model 5414 five-axis programmable head attachment is said to attach to virtually any three-axis CNC milling center to provide five-axis machining and drilling capability. The tool is suited for mold, aerospace, specialty automotive, energy and instrument manufacturers as well as generalist job

The 36-ft. long furnace from Solar Atmospheres supplements the company’s three 24-ft. furnaces and 40 other vacuum furnaces at its two facilities. The company’s large furnaces service numerous industries including aerospace, defense, fabrications and energy. Vacuum thermal processing provides the precise and unifor

The replaceable aluminum top plate for the modular 2L Vac-Vise vacuum chuck systems covers the surface of the vacuum chuck to allow drilling through and milling around the periphery of workpieces without damaging the surface of the vacuum chuck. The hole pattern of the top plate is identical to the vacuum chuck for

The KGDM vertical spindle surface grinder from Williams and White is designed to deliver reliable performance in harsh environments. Carriage travel using linear bearing technology is said to result in less downtime and greater grinding accuracy. CNC control of the grinding stone’s down-feed gives greater controlla

The Burr-Rx brush is the latest addition to Weiler’s Nylox abrasive filament product line and uses advanced filament technology for maximum aggression. The black nylon filaments are co-extruded with high-aggression ceramic grains, providing cut rates up to 400 percent faster than standard silicon carbide filaments,

The customized Spinner-Grip flange locking bolt from Jergens has a conical flange design that locks the bolt to the part without the need for a lock washer. Unlike some standard serrated flange bolts that will cut into the part’s surface paint, plating or finish, causing rust under the bolt, the flange locking bolt

The Model DLM 505 flat-honing machine features a dual-wheel design that can produce a J-Polish on the top face while simultaneously removing stock on the bottom. According to the company, this process achieves the same or greater precision with fixed abrasives compared with conventional loose-abrasive lapping or gr

The STC-400 superabrasive turning center from Max-Tek features hydraulic part holding and tailstock. It is designed to grind difficult, interrupted-cut components including centrifugal pump and compressor impellers up to 25" in diameter. According to the company, the machine’s high-tensile-strength Meehanite base p

Kalamazoo Industries’ Model KVF3A vibratory finisher is designed for deburring, polishing and other finishing operations for applications requiring the gentle vibrating action of rotating media. The finisher has a 3.3-ft3 capacity steel tub with cast urethane lining, and a ¾-hp, single-phase 110 VAC motor for power

The Ultramat CNC grinding machine is designed for high-volume production work in the aerospace and automotive industries, as well as high-precision, sub-contract machining for medical and motorsports applications. The machine features a one-piece bed design and is said to combine rigidity and high precision with a

Manufacturers and die and mold shops can solve chatter problems in milling operations with Iscar’s ChatterFree end mills. According to the company, the cutters’ variable-pitch flute pattern eliminates harmonic vibration, the main source of chatter. This enables faster cutting and finer finish in rough or finish slo

Dynabrade’s new Superfinisher is designed to achieve predictable, consistent and repeatable finishes on a variety of materials. When installed on a lathe, the tool delivers a uniform contact force between the workpiece and roller, according to the company. Suitable for wet or dry operation, the device can finish tu

Oil Eater’s line of eco-friendly absorbent pads, made of natural plant by-products and featuring woven construction, is designed to provide a safer and cleaner workplace. The line includes Oil Only Pads and Rolls, Universal Pads and Rolls and Absorbent Socks. Oil Only products soak up oil and repel water. Universal

The combination bar puller/cut-off tool for CNC from Somma Tool Company is built to reduce cycle times because there is no need to index between cut-off and pulling operations. A single screw adjustment allows the jaws to be set up and adjusted for the next job. One turn of the screw moves both jaws in or out exact

Seco Tools announces developments to its Perfomax indexable insert drills, including a changed helix for improved productivity and chip evacuation; a refined core for improved strength and stability; and an improved drill point to increase tool life and achieve better tolerance. Also available are a coated lathe dr

Delapena Honing Equipment Ltd. offers an automatic feed system for its Powerhone vertical honing machine. The machine accommodates large components in small- to medium-sized batches and is suited for through bores and blind bores measuring 1" to 35.5" in diameter. Its hydraulic stroking motor is said to offer preci

Schunk’s SRH 180-degree swivel heads are completely modular in structure and consist of SRU rotary modules combined with two swivel corners, EDF electric feed-throughs and MDF media feed-throughs. These components are intended to produce precise rotation and long tool life. Using standard components also means shor

Chevalier Machinery Inc. offers a gantry-type VMC for machining heavy, oversized workpieces. The work area in a 104" × 200" model can mill a part that measures 193" × 98" × 35" and weighs as much as 33,000 lbs. The machine features oversized columns and extra-wide box ways on a slanted Y-axis beam for equal force d

The FGF and FGF-Special wheels from Camel Grinding Wheels are flexible-depressed center wheels designed for grinding and finishing operations. The 0.125"-thick wheels have a waffle-style pattern on their face that the company says allows cooler grinding and longer working life. They are designed to absorb workpiece

Manufactured by Kaiser Tool Company, Thinbit’s Groove ’N Turn toolholders are available in square sizes of ¾" and 1" and are used for making undercuts and thread reliefs at 45-degree angles. The toolholders can be used on conventional, Swiss and CNC machines for grooving insets in sizes from 0.004" to 0.155". Inser

The Nakamura-Tome WY-250 multi-tasking turn/mill center from Methods Machine Tools features an opposed two-spindle, two-turret construction with upper and lower Y-axis capability for milling and drilling simultaneously on both turrets. It also has a Super Mill drivetrain that produces high horsepower and torque for

Surfware and Swift-Carb CNC announce cutting tools built specifically to optimize TrueMill’s custom cutter path. The TrueMill Certified series of cutters is said to produce faster cycle times and extended tool life through the use of the company’s “engagement angle” or “TEA” method. A major problem in milling is t

  SPAN.ekMisspelled { BACKGROUND-POSITION: left bottom; BACKGROUND-IMAGE: url(http://gpi.gardnerweb.com/ewebeditpro3/wavyred.gif); BACKGROUND-REPEAT: repeat-x; isStyleInternal: Tru The ACC-16·32CA1 MDI control surface grinding machine features a rigid, T-frame traveling-column design for stability and precisi

The AccuFlo micro-abrasive blaster is designed to quickly deburr small parts, remove conformal coatings and texture part surfaces. The blaster features the company’s Simoom technology, which is said to improve the consistency of the air/abrasive flow and provide tighter control over the volume of powder flowing thr

The VG5000 five-axis machining center is said to offer stability and accuracy when machining difficult materials such as titanium and stainless and tool steels. Its large cross-roller guideways and cast-iron body offer good damping characteristics, according to the company. The machine features a 50-taper spindle t

The RTC rodless cylinders, which are designed for high-precision, high-performance and compact dimensions, come in four versions. The basic version, RTC-BV, is suitable for universal use, while the RTC-CG version is built for high precision in compact dimensions. The RTC-EG is the guided version of the rodless cyli

Virtual Grind Pro tool programming software for GrindSmart machines offers higher functionality and an interface with improved navigation, the company says. It is a modular, open system engineered to give users flexibility in tool design. Enhancements to the software include a 3D simulation of the machine, as well

The EWS driven tool and static toolholder lines are available in both VDI and BMT styles. Within the product lines is the company’s Varia system, which is a quick-change system with a simplified, single clamping point connection system available for driven, static and special application EWS products. According to

The Niigata HN80D HMC machines medium to large parts in a wide range of materials with traverse rates of 1,181 ipm and feed rates of 592 ipm on the box ways. Full 50-hp cuts are achieved through an advanced two-range geared headstock. With only three rotating components, maximum power is transmitted to the cutting

The CoolPulse ECM machine developed by Extrude Hone removes internal and external micro-burrs from metallic components, while also smoothing and polishing surfaces. The machine has been designed for two different modes of operation, with rapid selective change-over from one to the other. The ECM system is designed

Toyo Tanso’s TTK-4 grade of graphite is the fine-grain offering of the TTK series product line of ISO statically molded graphite. It is suitable for the medical and aerospace fields. The key attributes of this grade are said to be strength, machineability and resultant-quality surface finish. The company’s other

Machine and cutting tools reach their capacity on speeds and feeds as soon as they begin to vibrate. The vibrations are transmitted through the tool and lead to chatter marks of the workpiece. The Power Shrink Chuck is designed to reduce the amount of vibration transferred onto the workpiece, thereby improving th

The company adds rotary drum washers to its complete line of cleaning equipment. They are designed for high-volume production and cellular processing and are suited for solvent-free cleaning and light to heavy industrial parts processing. Their flexible design allows the end user to incorporate nearly any combinati

JobBoss 11 finite and infinite scheduling software allows users complete scheduling control, the company says. The software is said to provide job shops and contract/make-to-order manufacturers with flexible capacity, short-term and long-term planning, “big picture” snapshots, material availability, human system ov

The WorkPlan Enterprise ERP system is designed to offer companies a comprehensive system for streamlining and automating all aspects of their business including quotations, sales order processing, scheduling, quality, time, purchasing and stock management. Tools within the software enable users to analyze CAD and C

Bunting Magnetics uses 3D solid-model technology in its line of beltless MagSlide chip and parts conveyors to handle sharp, abrasive parts and scrap that can damage conventional conveyors with belts. Permanently lubricated drive chains move permanently charged high-energy ceramic or rare earth magnets inside the co

NCO housings provide large dirt-holding capacity combined with a rugged design rated to 150 psi, the company says. They incorporate a hinged, eye nut cover that is designed to be easily removed to reduce time spent on bag or cartridge change-out. With their unistyle design (side and bottom outlet), the housings are

The ABS series of power-off, DC, spring set brakes is designed for general industrial applications. Braking force is produced via springs, so basic fluctuations in voltage and temperature have virtually no effect on the brake, the company says. Applications include automatic hoists, conveyors, cranes, winders and a

Jarng Yeong’s HCP/HC series CNC lathe is built with a stable body structure, one cast molding and a tempering treatment intended to ensure the life of the lathe’s mechanical accuracy. The lathe’s X and Z axes are available for slide guideways or linear guideways. The spindle is made from high-alloy steel and is har

Version 8.5 of SMARTer Manager manufacturing management software offers enhancements designed to assist manufacturers and job shops with achieve greater productivity and supply real-time information to and from the shop floor. The software features customizable data reporting, which gives software users the ability

The company offers two manufacturing system design approaches for the automotive industry: Agile Systems and the Global Transfer Line. Agile Systems consist of CNC machines and inter-machine part handling automation, built for production of engine blocks, cylinder heads, transmission cases and other parts using eit

The Altaira is designed to satisfy high-production OD grinding applications on work parts with diameters ranging to 16", with an overall length ranging to 40" and as heavy as 600 lbs.   The grinder’s high-speed spindle capability and the inherent stiffness are suited for high speed CBN peel-grinding applications.

Iljin Diamond’s Epsilon Tungsten Carbide rods and blanks are used to produce end mills, drills and reamers as well as micro drill and router bits. Available sizes range from 1.2 to 32 mm in diameter with 320-mm standard, unground length. Options include straight or helical coolant holes and pre-forming. Manufacture

The C4T live center features a proprietary bearing isolator seal designed exclusively for the company by Inpro/Seal. The center is said to have at least three times the service life of standard centers, and the non-contacting, frictionless seal will not wear out under normal use, the company says. Normal use inclu

The company introduces an addition to its 5,000-psi hydraulic Link Clamp product offering. According to the company, the CLW04 offers a compact size combined with excellent holding power. The overall flange size of the clamp is 2" × 2.25" with a height of 4". The clamping force at 5,000 psi is 885 lbs, and the clam

  The self-contained pneumatic B60 power collet chuck does not require a lathe, grinder or rotary table to have a hydraulic system, rear actuator, restrictive draw-tube or air feed tubes. Instead, the collet chuck is operated by an air cylinder that is integrated into its body. The chucks have a gripping capacity

Built for clean room environments, the CGL15N/CGL20N actuator possesses a clean, corrosion-resistant and maintenance-free design, the company says. For low particle generation, the actuator features a seal mechanism and a full-size cover. AFE-CA grease is also used to reduce dust. The actuator’s ballscrew and LM gu

The genius 3 inspection machine with the pilot 3.0 vision system software features a graphical user interface and is capable of measuring virtually any parameter on any type of tool, the company says. Measurements of tool features, including assigning upper and lower tolerances, can be made from either an absolute

Newall Electronics offers its DP900 digital readout (DRO) for manual lathe and milling machine application. Said to be the company’s most powerful DRO to date, it offers a graphical LCD-based display available in two, three or four axes and a host of advanced features aimed to increase machine tool efficiency. Inte

The Johnford HT-30-2SD CNC turning center is suited for industries that need the productivity afforded by a two-spindle turning center, the company says. The machine possesses a 30-hp, high-torque, double-wound main spindle as well as a 15-hp, double-wound sub-spindle. The turning center is cast from Meehanite iron

The company’s RackGuard is a plastic grid material used to contain warehouse goods on storage racks or to contain moving parts on conveyor belts. The containment netting is designed to ensure warehouse safety. According to the company, the netting resists sagging and is strong enough to improve storage and containm

The company provides a wide range of complete XYZ units that can be combined as needed and adapted to the customer’s requirements in regards to technical specifications, load, use, visual effect and economic efficiency. The units can be equipped with steel or aluminum aprons, lamella bellows or flex-protect systems

The company’s vertical, twin-table machines use dual integrated pallets and are designed for non-stop production performance. One table is accessible for loading or unloading work while the other is safely enclosed in the workzone. The company says this optimizes machine productivity, operator efficiency and safety

The company launches version 2009 of its FeatureCAM feature-based CAM system. According to the company, the updated system incorporates enhancements across its complete range of functionality. One important enhancement is increased support for mill-turn equipment, especially for the more complex machines—those fea

The company features updated software packages, including the VISI Rel. 16 and PEPS Rel 7.   VISI 16 includes an updated user interface and enhancements to the CAD for electrode design, surface creation, annotation and product documentation for concurrent design. VISI Mold includes improved cooling circuit design; a

The Etalon volumetric calibration instrument is built to map the geometric errors of measurement machines and machine tools. It is placed on the measurement system, and the laser beam locks on to the retroreflector that is attached to its probing system. After the calibration instrument has registered a few positio

The RA-10 Roundtest roundness measuring machine is said to combine comprehensive measurement capabilities, high accuracy and intuitive operation. With high throughput and a compact footprint, the machine is suited for manufacturers requiring inspection of small, cylindrical workpieces in the lab or for high-volume

The company’s workholding air/hydraulic pump is suitable for fixtures or pallet systems. The maximum air inlet pressure of 120 psi yields a hydraulic output pressure of as much as 3,000 psi with hydraulic flow rates to 1 gpm. Hydraulic pressure can be adjusted via the built-in air pressure regulator. This self-prim

An addition to the company’s Ecoline series of fully featured CNC machine tools designed for job shop use, the DMC H Eco is a compact HMC with X-, Y- and Z-axis travels of 22.1" × 23.6" × 23.6"; a 26.8-hp main drive; spindle speeds to 18,000 rpm; rapid traverse to 1,970 ipm; CAT 40 tooling; a 45-position tool magaz

The company’s high-precision power chucks (PPC) feature a dual actuator design to provide increased clamping force and higher rpm capability. The design is said to achieve greater rigidity, resulting in improved accuracy at high draw tube forces. Increased chuck life is also said to be attained because the internal

The Puma MX series turn-mill adds milling capabilities to the company’s Infracore turning center. The machine’s design is intended to provide flexibility within a complete spectrum of part geometries. From simple turning or milling to complex, simultaneous, multi-axis machining, complex parts can be produced on one

The GSI DNC-400 direct-drive rotary indexing table is suited for high-volume and aerospace manufacturers performing high speed, high-accuracy contouring operations. Compared to tables using a servomotor and worm gear, this direct-drive table offers higher accuracy, faster rotational speeds and higher torque, the co

The company introduces two machining centers, the B 300 and the C 50 U. Available in both three- and five-axis configurations, the B 300 incorporates select elements of the company’s C series machining centers, including gantry design for fast, precise movement; a trunnion table; and a mineral casting base. It feat

Horizontal machining centers provide distinct advantages with regard to chip flow, allowing chips to fall away from the machining area for clean cutting conditions and long tool life. Not all shops, however, want or need the pallet-changing capabilities of a production-oriented HMC. For these users, the company has

The B4035 boring head features an optoelectronic adjustment measuring system and digital display with 0.0001" accuracy in the diameter range of 0.118" to 4.882" (3 to 124 mm). Maintenance-free automatic balance compensation and flexible screw fit connections make this tool suitable for virtually all spindle adaptat

The company feature’s its “BB”-style solid carbide boring bars with both a corner radii and sharp corner. Both designs are offered as uncoated or with TiN coating as standard; are available in both left- and right-hand design; and offer a wide range of boring depths and sizes. The tools feature a lockdown flat that

The company offers its next generation of waterjet pumps, the Streamline Pro ultra-high-pressure (UHP), 90,000-psi (6,200-bar) pump. According to the company, the pump is the alternative solution for professional manufacturers that require exacting performance and exceptional value. With high waterjet pressure, the

The DA multi-milling system offers solutions for face milling, corner milling, plunge and pocket milling, chamfering and pre-drilling tasks. The system’s positive geometry helps reduce the risk of vibration because the tools and drive units are only slightly loaded. Diameter-specific inserts with helical reliefs ar

The Vex-S drilling and chamfering tool combines the company’s Snap chamfering system with the Vex twist drill in order to drill and front/back chamfer a through-hole in a single operation. The combination tool offers a solid carbide, replaceable twist drill tip with the company’s Vex cutting geometry, which is desi

The company’s line of G-Force Q and iQ intelligent lifting devices includes two new capabilities. The designs are available in 165- and 330-lb (75- and 150-kg) capacities, in addition to the existing 660-lb (300-kg) capacity. The units’ technology combines the responsiveness and flexibility of a human operation wit

The Honor Seiki VL-160 turning center is built with extra-wide vertical columns and a base composed of Meehanite casting. It comes standard with a four-jaw, 63" manual chuck; a power actuator; and a turning diameter of 78.7". It is built for turning of large workpieces weighing as much as 17,600 lbs. The machine’s

The CE40MR3 angle roll is capable of bending a wide range of tube, pipe and profiles to a CLR as small as 4 × D of the workpiece. Capacity ranges to 2" schedule 40 pipe or 2" angle iron at bending speeds 20-percent faster than competitive machines, the company says. This model is designed to operate in vertical or

The Colchester-Harrison TT6 turn-mill center provides overlapped (twin turning) tool sequences to provide maximum optimized productivity. According to the company, even the most complex workpieces can be machined simply, accurately and without setup changes. Setup times are said to be reduced, while waiting time be

The company will display its specially constructed fine-grinding wheel with different segments featuring an assortment of bonds, abrasive materials and shapes. The company also has a line of monocrystal diamond dressing tools and a line of rotary dressers. The diamond dressing tools are said to yield consistent dr

With seven CNC-controlled axes, the company’s FZ 12K S multi-function machine is built for high-precision, automated, six-sided complete machining from bar. Designed for medical manufacturers, the machine is suited for applications such as orthopedic devices, bone plates, hip sockets and surgical instruments made o

The Tesavisio 500 high accuracy, multi-sensor measuring system with PCDMIS software is available in two models, the Value and the Universal, to meet a range of measurement and inspection needs. These systems use a CMM bridge design on both models and are mounted on air bearings that are controlled by a newly desi

The Bock Workholding system is a line of products specifically designed to enable complete machining on five sides of the workpiece in a single setup. The system allows a greater range of tool access angles over conventional vises on five-axis machining centers, the company says. The vises are offered with a compre

The twin-spindle, twin-gantry JJ3 turning/milling center features a 16,000-lb stable thermal displacement casting and a 10- to 15-hp spindle. The machine’s new platform simplifies auto-measurement, bulk feeding systems, line applications and other cell configurations to fit multiple applications, the company says.

Developed for the aerospace industry, the Pro-4210TS is a bridge-type VMC with a full cutting range. The machine features three spindles capable of cutting three identical aerospace structural parts simultaneously to save cycle time, operation overhead and increase productivity at the same time. The machine is said

The company’s 7-hour, 46-minute “M” series programming training system is used for learning to program and understand the Citizen Cincom M1, M2 and M3 version Swiss machines, which include the M12, M20 and M32 machines.

The company presents three new grinders that are said to be designed to boost productivity without sacrificing precision. The three machines include the Suprema 650 cylindrical grinding machine, the Dominator 624 creep feed grinding machine and the TechMaster 634 surface grinding machine. Each machine features the

The Niton XL3 800 series hand-held XRF analyzer is designed to provide fast alloy grade identification and composition analysis of metal alloys. According to the company, the typical time for positive grade identification is less than 2 seconds. Also available is the XL3t 900 series, which features light element capability that can directly measure the content of magnesium, aluminum, silicon, phosphorus and sulfur in metal alloys.

The B&K Fellows MS450-125 CNC gearless gear shaper is a six-axis CNC mechanical stroking gear shaper with direct-drive spindles, electronic indexing, optional electronic helix setting and elevating cutter spindle housing. It is designed for shaping internal and external gears. The standard model is equipped with a Fanuc 30iB CNC system, hydrostatic spur guide, 15" color LCD touchscreen, manual pulse generator and storage for approximately 100 part programs.

The 20- and 22-mm spindles from the company’s expanded “Micro Line” complement its existing line of 25-mm-diameter spindles, offering high speed precision milling and drilling capabilities for smaller Swiss turning equipment. Right-hand spindles are also available. These spindles are said to eliminate secondary operations for Swiss-type lathes.

The company introduces the Genesis series of gear hobbing machines. The series is suited for dry machining and features a compact footprint, while delivering productivity improvements for spur and helical gears, the company says. Support for diameters to 210 mm is included.

The company’s latest Visiport model, the VP220C, is a spin window system designed to provide visibility into machines with coolant system pressures of 1,000 psi, such as those found on through-tool coolant delivery systems. Also available is the DiscAir 175T Turbo, which comes standard with Diamond-like, carbon-coa

The five-axis LinX Compact series of medium-sized linear motor milling machines uses a mobile crossbeam to support both high speed and high-power operations. Three versions are available—LinX 20, LinX 30 and LinX 35—offering Y-axis strokes of 79, 116 or 144". The minimum X-axis stroke of these machines is 79", but this can be increased using modular, 79" extensions.

The PC-DMIS EMS (Enterprise Metrology Solutions) suite of software products includes 4. 3 3D CMM software; Vision 4.

The X3 version of the company’s CAD/CAM software is designed to increase machining flexibility by placing an emphasis on speed and automation. With feature-based machining, high speed tool motion and faster tool paths, X3 is said to improve shop-floor productivity. The software’s feature-based machining capability allows automatic milling and drilling of solid parts because it can evaluate a part’s features and automatically develop a machining strategy.

The PCD Edge system allows the profiling of polycrystalline diamond (PCD) cutting tools using a Fanuc iD series wire EDM machine. The system consists of programming/probing/cutting software; a microfinish power supply/generator for cutting PCD; a Hirschmann rotary axis; a machine-mounted Renishaw probe; and a tool clamping system.

According to the company, the Super NTY3 multitasking turning center offers stock-on turning and machining that virtually eliminates productivity lost as a result of tool changes. Three turrets, each with a Y axis, allow complete turning/machining/finishing in one pass to reduce cycle times.

Ikegai Corporation’s TU30 CNC lathe with slant-bed features a rigid, four-way bed and a 6" (150-mm) diameter main spindle. The stepless spindle speed changes in low-speed range and high-speed range (between 6 and 2,500 rpm). The 45-degree slant-bed facilitates efficient chip disposal, and doors open from both sides to ensure easy operability, the company says.

Heidenhain’s bidirectional EnDat 2. 2 encoder interface is now available with a clock frequency of 16 MHz for high-response applications with direct drives, particularly those found in the electronics industry. According to the company, the increase from 8 MHz to 16 MHz reduces access time to the position value and shortens cycle times.

Wilcox Associates, the developer of the PC-DMIS family of Enterpise Metrology Solutions, offers AutoPath, a software tool designed to reduce part-programming labor and optimize probe paths for fast, safe measurement cycles. The optional add-on to PC-DMIS can reduce programming time for CMMs and other measurement devices such as portable arms, vision systems, multi-sensor devices and probe-equipped CNC machines, the company says.

DFM Pro is the latest in the series of DFM Product Life-cycle Management (PLM) products from Geometric Limited. Available for SolidWorks 2007 and 2008, the software is a “Design for Manufacturing” product developed to enable designers to facilitate upstream manufacturability validation and identification of design areas that are difficult or expensive to manufacture.  It includes design rules for processes such as milling, drilling, turning and sheet metal fabrication as well as for processing manufacturing tolerances specified with SolidWorks Intelligent Feature Technology (SWIFT).

Wilcox Associates, the software develoment arm of Hexagon Metrology, offers Version 4. 2 of its PC-DMIS 3D measurement software for CMMs and other metrology devices.