Products
Tool Storage For Toolholders
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
Read MoreElectromechanical Cylinders Combine Power With Efficiency
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.
Read MoreOil Skimmer Handles Tight Places
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
Read MoreSystem Enhances Long Range Scanning
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
Read MoreHigh Intensity Lamps
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
Read MoreCrimping And Stripping Tools
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
Read MoreCNC Retrofits
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
Read MorePCBN Grade For Cast Iron Milling
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
Read MoreHydraulic Expansion Toolholders
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
Read MoreMilling Hardened Steels
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
Read MoreFlexible Flat Plate Pod
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
Read MoreImproving Five-Axis Performance
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
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