Machines

Laser & Waterjet 25 May 2017

Fiber Laser Technology Engraves Mold Cavities

Amerimold 2017: FiberStar laser engraving systems from LaserStar Technologies can be used to letter, mark or permanently engrave most metals and plastics, and some ceramics.

Grinding 25 May 2017

Glebar Redesigns Website

The grinding supplier’s website is now responsive, enabling easier access to content and resources.

Additive Manufacturing 24 May 2017

Making Connections at Innovation Days

Among other highlights, this year’s iteration of DMG MORI’s annual open house event showcased the company’s latest efforts to connect traditionally disparate machining operations, both in the physical sense and the virtual sense.

Five-Axis 23 May 2017

Machines Combine Deep-Hole Drilling, Milling for Moldmaking

Amerimold 2017: Unisig USC and USC-M deep-hole drilling and milling machines are designed to allow moldmakers to combine operations, reduce setup time, increase accuracy and eliminate mold design restrictions associated with traditional machining centers.

Vertical Machining Centers 22 May 2017

Buying a VMC: The Basics of Spindle Speeds and Tapers

What’s the difference between CAT, BT and HSK tapers? These and other questions are important when considering a new vertical machining center.

Grinding 19 May 2017

Flat Honing Advances with In-Process Measurement

Single-sided machining with a grinding wheel now offers a more productive alternative to single-sided lapping and polishing processes. The key is an in-process measurement system that enables a flat honing machine to adjust wheel pressure automatically for consistent results.

Five-Axis 18 May 2017

Turret Added to Five-Axis Bar-Fed Milling Machine

This bar-fed mill features a nine-station turret in addition to a five-axis milling spindle. That way, turning can be performed on the bar while the milling spindle performs backworking on a parted-off workpiece.

Vertical Machining Centers 17 May 2017

Double-Column Machining Centers Deliver High Accuracy

Amerimold 2017: Extremely rigid and thermally stable, the Takumi H series of double-column machining centers are designed for parts that require high accuracy and surface finish in die/mold, aerospace and other high-speed applications.