Chris Pasion

Chris Pasion Managing Editor, Modern Machine Shop | Production Machining

Westminster Tool Earns Leadtime Leader Award

Westminster Tool earns Moldmaking Technology Magazine’s 2021 Leadtime Leader award.

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Milling Tools

New Milling Series From Kyocera Provides Deeper Depth of Cut

The MFH-Max reduces the number of passes needed to machine the workpiece with its ability to take on deeper depths of cut (max. 0.098" / 2.5 mm).

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Mazak Upgrades Vertical and Horizontal Machining Centers

According to Mazak, both the HCN-6800 NEO and the Variaxis i-800 NEO include a fully redesigned enclosure and improvements that enable fast, optimal solutions for a wide range of part-production applications.

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Workholding

Gripper Finger Change System From Schunk Reduces Setup Time

Schunk claims its toolless jaw quick-change system reduces setup times to a minimum, therefore increasing the productivity and flexibility of the entire system.

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Milling Tools

Tungaloy Introduces High Feed Milling Cutter for Small Parts Machining

According to Tungaloy, the AddDoFeed02 inserts include an economical double-sided insert with four effective cutting edges, optimal inclination on the cutting edge that enables smooth chip evacuation and large positive rake that provides light cutting and process security.

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Velo3D Goes Public Following Merger With Jaws Spitfire

The combined company will now operate as Velo3D, and shares of its common stock have begun trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “VLD.”

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Aerospace

AMRC Reduces Aircraft Bogie Beam and Axel Weight by 20%

AMRC machined the two bogie beams from a titanium alloy, which is stronger, more robust and lighter. The goal of the project is to improve the efficiency of landing gears and support the vision for cleaner aviation.

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Automation

KUKA Enhances Modular Digital Simulation Software

KUKA.Sim 4.0 software is designed to enable manufacturers to test and validate robotic installations before equipment arrives, minimize the footprint of cells with 3D visualization of safety spaces, then transfer applications with 100% accuracy to an actual robot controller.

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LNS North America's Bar Feeder Staff Grows

Will Dickey has joined LNS North America as national product manager for bar feeder systems. Kirby Gehrum, a 20-year member of the LNS North America team, is now senior bar feeder product specialist.

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CAD/CAM

Nordfab Features Design Software for Ductworks

Westec 2021: Nordfab’s Quick-Fit Visual can output quotation and visual 3D plans, source and procure all components needed for the installation and obtain the information needed to execute the installation.

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Sandvik Coromant Relocates U.S. Headquarters to New Facility

Sandvik Coromant’s new center is a hub for training, R&D testing, developing customer projects, digital live machining and engaging with customers and partners.

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CAD/CAM

HCL Technologies Enhances 3D CAD Data Viewing Software

Glovius 6.0’s engine is designed to significantly improve file open and rendering performance, which reportedly results in improved visualization and responsiveness. The latest release enables users to measure STL, CGR and other graphics file formats.

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