Machines
Buying a Grinder: Latest Technological and Process Developments
Grinders have advanced in recent years with both technological and process improvements. Here is a rundown of some of those improvements.
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Compact VMC Eases Part Location for Faster Setups
Eastec 2019: The Datron Neo is a compact milling machine with a footprint of 27.5" × 51".
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Eyeing Automotive Machining Applications in Taiwan
I took time to check out machining equipment geared toward components for automobiles—electric vehicles in particular—at the recent TMTS show in Taichung.
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Two-Axis Grinder Features Ballscrew Drive, Rigid Construction
Eastec 2019: Okamoto’s ACC-818NC is a full-function, two-axis simultaneous CNC form grinder ideal for surface, slot, step, form and contour grinding, now available with a ballscrew table drive enabling precise positioning.
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EDM Features Touchscreen Control
Eastec 2019: MC Machinery Systems’ MV1200-R advance features the M800 control, the latest addition to the MV Series.
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Fixed-Head CNC Lathe Enables Back Machining
Eastec 2019: Marubeni Citizen-Cincom’s Miyano BNA-42S2 fixed-head CNC lathe is said to be stable, accurate and strong with a compact body.
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Wire EDM Improves Operational Economy
Eastec 2019: Makino’s U6 H.E.A.T. (High Efficiency Advanced Technology) Extreme wire EDM features Athena voice command control capability and 0.016" diameter wire technology.
Read MoreMazak to Host May Technology Event in Illinois
The event will also be the site of the Technology & Manufacturing Association’s Precision Machining Competition for Illinois high school students
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Dual-Spindle Tool Grinder Meets Production Requirements at Lower Price Point
Eastec 2019: With the VGrind 360E, Vollmer is expanding its portfolio for machining carbide tools such as cutters, drills or reamers ranging to 100 mm in diameter.
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Dual-Spindle Machining Center Includes Automation Features
Eastec 2019: On display will be Emag’s VL 3 Duo, a multi-spindle machine for the high-production manufacturing of chucked parts up to 6 inches in diameter.
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