Machines
How to Calculate Wheel Life in a Creep-Feed Grinding Process
For non-continuous-dress creep-feed grinding, the calculation is straightforward. For continuous dressing, the calculation has more steps, but in either case, it is possible to manage the cost of grinding by predicting the life of the wheel.
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Buying a Wire EDM, Part 4: Dielectric Fluid & Maintenance
Removing the microscopic particles made during the wire EDM cutting process becomes a key factor in maximizing cutting speed as well as attaining part accuracy and surface finish. Dielectric fluid is the mechanism for flushing these “chips” away.
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Universal Grinder Offers 10 Wheelhead Options
Hardinge offers the Kellenberger 100, a high-performance, economical grinder for universal grinding.
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Hirschmann Engineering Appoints President and CEO
Max Golter has over 32 years of relevant experience with other OEMs and manufacturing processes.
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Pneumatic Die Grinder Accesses Small Part Features
Norton | Saint-Gobain Abrasives has introduced the Norton pneumatic die grinder designed to accomplish quickly and comfortably a range of portable grinding applications without the need to change machines.
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Waterjet Cutting Head Maximizes Nozzle Life
Barton International has introduced the Trident-4 integrated diamond cutting head designed for Flow Dynamic Waterjet and Dynamic XD systems.
Read MoreEDM Drill's Revised Design Increases Machining Speed
Makino’s EDBV3 is an EDM drilling machine designed to produce cooling film holes in blade and vane turbine engine component details.
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Improved Turning Center Features Fast Gantry Traverse Rates
Murata Machinery USA has introduced the MW120II turning center, an improved version of the MW120.
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Heavy-Duty VTL Offers Precision for Large Workpieces
The You Ji VTL-1200ATC+C vertical turning lathe, distributed by Absolute Machine Tools, features a 49" table and 63" swing with a full C axis and live milling for large workpieces.
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Buying a Wire EDM, Part 3: Speed, Accuracy and Finish
What kind of surface finish can the purchaser of a wire EDM expect with today’s technology?
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