Machines

Turning Machines 3 Nov 2015

Turning Center Performs Hard Turning, Grinding in Single Clamping

Emag’s VTC 100 GT hard turning center is said to integrate all hard processes, including turning and grinding (aluminum oxide or cubic boron nitride), in a single machine where they can be changed flexibly to suit production of different types of shaft components.

Five-Axis 3 Nov 2015

Dual, Linked Five-Axis Mills Efficiently Cut Composites

The Bertsche Dual P5 mill comprises two independent, but linked, five-axis machining modules (A side and B side), each with separate machining chambers, enabling shops to machine two different parts at the same time while taking up the same overall size as the company’s single five-axis P5.

EDM 3 Nov 2015

EDM Features Longer Travels, Improved Wire Threading

Sodick's latest wire EDM, showcased at a recent open house event, also features linear motors, custom base ceramics and other features common to the company's entire line.

Vertical Machining Centers 2 Nov 2015

Bridge Mill Series Eliminates X-Axis Pitch/Yaw

The Johnford DMC-series double-column, moving-table bridge mill, available from Absolute Machine Tools, uses a one-piece Meehanite cast iron bridge/column assembly designed to take up less floor space than comparable C-frame VMCs.

Vertical Machining Centers 2 Nov 2015

Increasing Production with Fewer Machines

Hanna Cylinders needed to shorten production lead times and speed deliveries. Replacing several of its legacy machines with Mazak machine tools helped to increase jobs shipped per month and brought production in-house, even with fewer overall machines.

Automation 2 Nov 2015

Optimal Machine Cell Automation

A leading manufacturer of emergency warning lights explores its options in designing an automated machining cell, finding the perfect solution for its application in an enclosed multi-pallet loader newly available on the U.S. market.

Vertical Machining Centers 2 Nov 2015

What To Consider When Adding Angle Heads

Angle heads can enable a three-axis machine tool to be more versatile. That said, this shop explains that there’s more to getting started using them than simply loading them into a machine’s spindle.

Laser & Waterjet 2 Nov 2015

Growing the Waterjet Job Shop

The flexibility, capability and precision of the abrasive waterjet cutting process was the perfect match for this entrepreneur’s imagination, drive and boldness.