Grinding
Tool Grinding Machine Features Six Interpolating CNC Axes
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.
Read MoreFive-Axis CNC Tool, Cutter Grinder
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.
Read MoreAir-Bearing End Mill Grinding Fixtures
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.
Read MoreCNC Grinder Features Modular Wheelhead Design
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.
Read MoreRange Of Grinding Machines
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.
Read MoreCrankshaft Grinding Process Reduces Cycle Times
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.
Read MoreWear Compensation Ensures Accurate Wheel Contours
Profile grinder manufacturer Blohm Jung's GEOID system automatically compensates for wear in diamond dressing tools. By removing variables that require operator attention, the system is said to ease wheel dressing, ensure accurate profiles and extend the service life of dressing tools.
Read MoreSix-Axis CNC Tool Grinder
Excalibur’s E60 can grind a variety of cutting tools, including end mills, twist drills, reamers, slitting saws and thread mills, in one chucking. Especially suited for solid carbide twist drills, the machine’s support rest holds runout to under 5 microns, the company says.
Read MoreUniversal Cylindrical Grinding Machine
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.
Read MoreTwin-Spindle Grinding Machine Increases Productivity
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.
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