Machines
CAM Simulation Gets Toolmaker up to Speed with B-Axis EDM
Software simulation helped this machine shop learn how to program its new advanced, high-tolerance wire EDM. The software also helped the shop turn job quotes around quickly.
Read MoreTornos US to Host Grand Opening of Chicago Customer Center
Recently appointed President Daniel Maerklin invites guests nationwide to see the center and partake in seminars and a preview of the new 7-mm SwissNano machine.
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If at First Your CNC Machine Shop Doesn’t Succeed with Robots, Automate Again
Alexandria Industries struggled with its first robotic machining cell. However, the aluminum extrusion components manufacturer — now with more than 20 robots — discovered that by simplifying and standardizing its automation strategy, it could reap the benefits of unattended machining even for relatively low batch sizes.
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Vision Systems for Laser Marking
Eastec 2019: Sisma’s coaxial and external vision systems access working areas using only a camera to perform laser marking operations.
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Small Waterjet Operates Quietly in Machine Shop Support Role
Eastec 2019: Omax will present the ProtoMax designed to cut through nearly any material, including aluminum, titanium, stone, carbon fiber and G10 composite.
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Five-Axis Machining Center Is Automated-Cell Ready
Eastec 2019: SW North America’s automated multi-spindle five-axis CNC machining center, the BA W02-22i, features an integrated robot and pallet storage unit.
Read MoreCompact Milling Machine Handles Tilted Workpieces
Eastec 2019: GF Machining Solutions will display the Mikron Mill S 400 U, a compact, high-speed, high-precision milling machine.
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Toolroom Lathe Features Automated Turning Cycles
Eastec 2019: Fryer Machine Systems has updated its Easy Turn series of toolroom combination lathes.
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VMC's 20-ft. Long T-Slot Bed Enables Simultaneous Machining, Unloading
Eastec 2019: FlexCNC, an offshoot of FlexArm, introduces the G series of vertical machining centers for face milling, helical milling, rough milling and drilling large and long parts in a single setup.
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Superfinisher Finishes Inner, Outer Bearing Races
Eastec 2019: Nagel Precision’s series of BF flexible stone superfinishers are designed to finish inner and outer bearing races.
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