Machines

Five-Axis 1 Dec 2015

Technology for Turning on a Five-Axis Machine

A turning tool adapter that mounts to the MCT five-axis machine isolates the main spindle bearing from the shock of turning operations.

Grinding 1 Dec 2015

Additive Manufacturing’s Assist to ID Grinding

By addressing a long-standing coolant-delivery problem, an additively grown nozzle enhanced the effectiveness of ID grinding in a complementary role.

Grinding 1 Dec 2015

Shifting from Manual to Automatic

By partnering with its suppliers as a knowledge resource, this job shop made a successful transition from manual to CNC thread grinding, raising productivity and attracting new business with its increased capabilities.

Vertical Machining Centers 1 Dec 2015

VMC Improves Shop’s Flexibility, Efficiency

RDM Manufacturing Precision CNC needed to improve its equipment flexibility to keep up with its large variety of clients. Investing in a VMC from SMTCL enabled the shop to achieve higher metal removal rates and better surface finish to better deal with demand.

Turning Machines 27 Nov 2015

Slant-Bed Lathe Uses Bar Feeder, Gantry Loader for Automated Parts Processing

Chevalier’s FBL-200 rigid CNC slant-bed lathe is a fully automated, single-setup, parts processing machining system for mixed-volume, short runs or dedicated high-volume applications.

Horizontal Machining Centers 25 Nov 2015

HMC Accurately Machines Large Parts

The GE590H, Enshu’s largest horizontal machining center, is designed for large-part applications that demand both high-volume metal removal as well as precision.

Vertical Machining Centers 24 Nov 2015

VMC Delivers High Rapid Traverse Rates

SMTCL Americas introduces its VMC1100B vertical machining center, which features a 12,000-rpm direct-drive spindle with 30-hp peak performance, 290-psi delivery of coolant through the spindle and a 24-position toolchanger.

Vertical Machining Centers 23 Nov 2015

VMC Eliminates Backlash in Mold Production

Sharptech Precision Machinery’s Super 1320 vertical machining center is designed for mold processing.

Horizontal Machining Centers 20 Nov 2015

Compact HMC Features Integrated Rotary B Axis

Methods Machine Tools offers the compact, direct-drive KMH-300 horizontal machining center as an addition to its Kiwa line.

Horizontal Machining Centers 19 Nov 2015

Updated HMC Optimizes Performance for Heavy Parts Production

Mazak has redesigned its HCN-5000/50 horizontal machining center to include the Smooth Technology platform and Mazatrol SmoothG CNC, augmenting productivity and performance in heavy-parts production.

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