Machines

EDM 15 Apr 2019

Industry News of Note: April 2019

EDM maker starts a new chapter in Ohio, Tornos to host a grand opening in Chicago and other industry news.

Turn/Mill 12 Apr 2019

Index's G420 Turn-Mill Designed with Ergonomics in Mind

Index’s G420 turn-mill features two identical 3,500-rpm spindles with 315-mm (400-mm optional) chucks as well as a five-axis milling spindle.

Five-Axis 9 Apr 2019

Grob Offers CAMplete TruePath Postprocessing and Simulation Software on Its Machines

“Working with CAMplete allows Grob to provide its customers with a universal postprocessing solution, regardless of their preferred CAM software,” says William Vejnovic, vice president of sales with Grob.

Die/Mold 7 Apr 2019

Offline CNC Makes Precision Productive

Relieving the control of its calculation burden helps meet demand for increased volumes, faster deliveries and greater varieties of complex, mirror-finish components machined with diamond tools.

CAD/CAM 3 Apr 2019

From-Scratch CNC Post Processor Lets Dual-Toolhead Mill-Turn Shine

A dual-toolhead multitasking machine made coordination of tool paths difficult, if not impossible. A new post processor for use with Mastercam Mill-Turn resulted in smooth programming of tight-tolerance tool paths using both toolheads.

Horizontal Machining Centers 19 Dec 2020

Horizontal Machining Plus Automation Prove to Be a Rewarding Investment

After watching a machinist take four hours to set up a part on a VMC, Dan Olsen of Mach Machine knew he had a problem. The solution seemed clear: horizontal machining. The automation system wasn’t expected; but the novelty was well worth it before long.

Data-Driven Manufacturing 1 Apr 2019

Industry 4.0 Workshop to Feature Live Demos

An upcoming seminar defines important terms and demonstrates the benefits of data-driven manufacturing on real-world machine tools.

Which Five-Axis Machining Center is Right for You?

With so many choices in five-axis machining technology, how do you know which is best for your shop? First, consider the parts. Then, look at existing processes and potential five-axis benefits.