ModuleWorks Upgrades Digital Manufacturing Software
ModuleWorks 2021.12 is said to include a new multi-axis hole making cycles with independent feed rate control, a new morph pattern for laser aided manufacturing and a collision-free solution for robotics post processing.
Read MoreHeidenhain Upgrades Machine Monitoring System
Heidenhain’s StateMonitor V1.4.0 now offers the ability to monitor tools within a connected machine. According to the company, this enables users to collect current tool usage data and avoid unnecessary costs due to premature tool replacement.
Read MoreNorthfield Precision Instrument Launches New Balancing Chucks
According to Northfield, the new Balancing Chucks feature the highest accuracy and rpm, the shortest hung mass and the fastest and most accurate change over.
Read MoreImproved Chip Removal With Boring Bar Line, Offset Adapter
Together with A2201's larger offset dimensions, the internal coolant delivery of the A3001 boring bar optimizes chip removal, adding to its superior surface finishes. Walter says it provides fast and productive counterboring and internal profiling of parts.
Read MoreRoboDK Launches Palletizing Plugin
RoboDK says one benefit of the new plugin is that users can program tasks offline, reportedly eliminating the production downtime caused by shop floor robot programming.
Read MoreSchunk Upgrades Low Maintenance, Quick-Change Jaw Chuck
Schunk says its Rota THW3 quick-change jaw chuck is particularly beneficial for users who produce small and medium quantities and are frequently switching between jobs.
Read MoreXometry Acquires Thomas
Xometry’s acquisition of Thomas is expected to rapidly expand the company’s buyer and seller base and enhance its global digital marketplace for manufacturers.
Read MorePlatinum Tooling Celebrates 100 Years in the Industry
Located in Prospect Heights, Ill., Platinum tooling will celebrate two milestones in 2022: four generations of Hansens working at the company and 100 years of working in metal cutting.
Read MoreEmuge-Franken USA Expands End Mills Range
Emuge-Franken USA’s Top-Cut VAR end mills feature flute and profile geometries that are said to be optimized for long tool life and superior performance in both roughing and finishing applications.
Read MoreSnapEDA Launches Google Chrome Extension
SnapEDA’s new Google Chrome extension automatically notifies designers when a CAD model is available. The CAD model can then be added to a desktop printed circuit board (PCB) design tool with just one click.
Read MoreOkuma Names Gosiger as Distributor of the Year
The Okuma Distributor of the Year Award recognizes a distributor-partner for exceptional performance in the areas of selling and servicing Okuma products and services. Gosiger is based in Dayton, Ohio, and has been an Okuma distributor partner since 1980.
Read MoreAccurate Digital Manufacturing Tool for 3D Printed Parts
Warp-Adapted-Model uses full-part 3D data from an initial part to identify errors and produce a new, corrected model in minutes.
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