Turning Machines

Turning Machines 22 Feb 2016

Video: Chatter Control in Spindle Speed Variation

Instead of running at a consistent speed, a CNC parameter enables the lathe’s spindle speed to automatically cycle up and down through a range. The process, therefore, spends only an instant at any problematic speed.

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Turning Machines 27 Nov 2015

Slant-Bed Lathe Uses Bar Feeder, Gantry Loader for Automated Parts Processing

Chevalier’s FBL-200 rigid CNC slant-bed lathe is a fully automated, single-setup, parts processing machining system for mixed-volume, short runs or dedicated high-volume applications.

Turning Machines 12 Nov 2015

Multi-Axis Turning Center Machines Front and Back Efficiently

Yama Seiki offers Goodway’s GTW series multi-axis turning centers for the medical and automotive industries, capable of efficiently completing complex workpieces front and back.

Turning Machines 3 Nov 2015

Turning Center Performs Hard Turning, Grinding in Single Clamping

Emag’s VTC 100 GT hard turning center is said to integrate all hard processes, including turning and grinding (aluminum oxide or cubic boron nitride), in a single machine where they can be changed flexibly to suit production of different types of shaft components.

Basics 2 Nov 2015

What To Consider When Adding Angle Heads

Angle heads can enable a three-axis machine tool to be more versatile. That said, this shop explains that there’s more to getting started using them than simply loading them into a machine’s spindle.

Turning Machines 31 Oct 2015

Wheel Turning Center Improves Surface Finish

The FEMCO model WHL-55SP CNC wheel turning center is designed for high-speed, precision wheel turning applications.

Turning Machines 30 Oct 2015

Accessory System for Turning Centers Reduces Setups

Available from Lagun Engineering Solutions, the Geminis Transformer system is designed to minimize downtime and maximize production on turning centers.

Automation 30 Oct 2015

Compact, Big-Bore Turning Center Provides 2.5" Bar Capacity

Haas Automation has expanded its line of big-bore turning centers with the smaller ST-15 model designed to provide more bar capacity without the space requirements of a larger-footprint lathe.