Grinding
Automated Tool Grinder
Available from United Grinding, the Helitronic Power ECO-Loader Plus auto-loads as many as 165 tools in one setup while occupying minimal floor space. Also available is Tool Studio software, which can handle geometries including variable helixes on a step tool as well as both concave and convex cam-relieved forms.
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Automated Drill Sharpening
The XT-3000 sharpener now features a completely automated drill-sharpening function to enable faster and more consistent sharpening.
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Automating Grinding Setups For Root Form Tools
An automated Form Tool Compensation system offers a streamlined way to set up root form cutter jobs on grinding machines while ensuring ground profile accuracy to as little as 2 microns.
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Drill Sharpener Helps Shop Hone Competitive Edge
Bringing drill sharpening operations in-house saved both time and money at this Chicago-based manufacturer. However, the sharpener itself, Darex’s XPS-16, provided additional benefits—with high accuracy and consistent results, the machine helped the company maintain precision and quality.
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Double-Column Grinder For Large Parts
Chevalier’s dual-column, fixed-beam-type grinder is designed for speed and rigidity. Models feature a large grinding area with table sizes ranging to 60" × 120" and load capacities ranging to 17,600 lbs.
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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.
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Five-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.
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Air-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.
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CNC Cylindrical Grinding Machine
Knuth Machine Tools’ RSM series of CNC cylindrical grinding machines now combine the exclusive GPlus 450 CNC technology with high-quality, rigid construction. The company says this ensures maximum precision and efficient production.
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CNC 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.
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