Machines

EDM 18 Feb 2014

Ram EDM Suitable for Small Workpieces

The ZNC EDM 250 from Knuth Machine Tools is an entry-level ram EDM with NC-controlled feed on the Z axis.

Laser & Waterjet 18 Feb 2014

RFID Lens Enhances 2D Laser Cutting

Trumpf has enhanced its LensLine sensor system for 2D laser cutting machines by combining it with a radio frequency identification (RFID) lens to achieve improved accuracy, process reliability and user friendliness, the company says.

Automation 18 Feb 2014

Compact Cylindrical Grinding Machine for High Production

United Grinding recently introduced its Studer S11 small-parts production grinding machine to the North American market. An online video demonstrates an interesting cam-actuated loading system that’s available with the machine.

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Grinding 17 Feb 2014

Surface Grinders Provide Two-Axis NC Control

Sharp Industries offers its SG-2NA series of surface grinders featuring two-axis NC control.

Machining Centers 17 Feb 2014

Combined Skiving/Roller Burnishing Alternative to Honing

Available from Absolute Machine Tools, the Precihole SBN300/1-600 skiving and roller burnishing machine is well-suited for ID finishing operations for hydraulic tubes ranging from 1.37" to 16" ID and as long as 40 ft.

Automation 13 Feb 2014

Waterjet Trimming Cell Cuts Range of Materials

Jet Edge offers a series of intensifier pumps designed for use with robotic waterjet trimming cells from Alliance Automation.

Laser & Waterjet 12 Feb 2014

CNC Plasma System Enables Heavy-Duty Cutting

MultiCam’s V-Pro CNC plasma system features an all-steel water table with integrated bladder capable of processing sheet steel as thick as 1.25" without the need for fume evacuation.

Vertical Machining Centers 7 Feb 2014

VMC Enables Simultaneous Five-Axis Capabilities

Designed for use in the aerospace industry, Mazak’s Variaxis j-500 5X vertical machining center offers simultaneous five-axis and multitasking capabilities.

Grinding 7 Feb 2014

Handheld Pencil Grinder for Precision Applications

Dynabrade’s air-powered, variable-speed pencil grinder adjusts from 35,000 to 60,000 rpm to suit a variety of precision grinding applications, including deburring, finishing and engraving.

Horizontal Machining Centers 6 Feb 2014

Five-Axis HMC for Efficient Large Workpiece Production

Makino’s T1 five-axis horizontal machining center enables high-efficiency machining for a range of large workpiece applications such as those required by the industrial, energy and aerospace industries.