Chris Pasion

Chris Pasion Managing Editor, Modern Machine Shop | Production Machining

ICAM to be Acquired by Sandvik Coromant

ICAM’s software combines post-processing, machine simulation and tool-path optimization into solutions that are said to save programming and part machining time. The acquisition is expected to close during the fourth quarter of 2021.

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Automation

TCI Precision Metals Supports Shops Turning the Lights Out

TCI Precision Metals’ MRP Blanks are custom made to order and are said to eliminate the need for in-house sawing, grinding, flattening, squaring operations and outside processing.

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New Online App Store for Manufacturers From Siemens

The Industrial Edge Marketplace enables the scalable deployment of IT technologies and apps in the production environment. In addition to the Siemens Edge apps for the discrete and machine tool industries, third-party providers have already started to list products. 

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DNV to Acquire Applied Risk

DNV and Applied Risk will join forces with the aim of building the world’s largest industrial cyber security practice, defending critical infrastructure against emergent cyber threats.

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Workholding

Full-Grip Chuck Jaws Hold Delicate Workpieces Without Marring

Dillon Manufacturing says its full-grip chuck jaws are ideal for high-speed machining, as well as precision boring, tapping, drilling and finishing across virtually all industrial markets. Brass provides a softer surface without marring or marking of the workpiece surface.

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Workholding

Kurt Manufacturing Introduces Compact Vise

The 8" DX8 CrossOver vise features a redesigned nut with less weight, a new brush seal design and a larger, stronger bearing pack for more durability.

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Chiron Launches Twin-Spindle Vertical Machining Center

Chiron’s DZ 28 twin-spindle vertical machining centers features a 1,200 mm spindle clearance and a tool magazine with space for up to 60 tools.

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Workholding

SMW Autoblok Acquires Tecnomagnete

Tecnomagnete is said to have invented the use of permanent magnetic systems for component clamping, plastic injection molding, stamping and lifting.

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Zünd Connect Gives Cutting Performance Data at a Glance

Zünd Connect supplies valuable key performance indicators for assessing how efficiently cutting systems are working. The tool consists of multiple dashboards with specific options for evaluating data.

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Turning Tools

New Kennametal Turning System Has Eight Cutting Edges Per Insert

Kennametal’s Fix8 turning system is said to increase productivity of heavy-duty turning operations while providing the lowest cost per edge and reducing cutting forces up to 15%.

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Twin Spindle Design Doubles Production of Small Parts

After experiencing process stalls in the finishing stage of production, Bryan Machine Service designed an air-powered twin spindle and indexable rotating base to effectively double its production of small parts.

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United Precision Services Offers Hexram CNC Machines

Hexram CNC machines feature FANUC controls, moving gantry, moving portal, moving table, as well as moving and fixed rotary table options. According to the company, a selection of durable cutting heads enable manufacturers to take on applications from nearly any industry.

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