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Cutting Tool Engineering August 15, 2015

August 2015

August 2015 covers automation, aerospace manufacturing, and digital manufacturing. It also looks at grinding practice and EDM.

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ImiVtation

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New YG-1 MA Tech Center DE IN in US A Charlotte, NC ► Unequal tooth spacing ► Variable helix YOUR BEST SOLUTION FOR SLOTTING

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Arizonacnc

Created to deliver power and precision and controlled by the

C M Y CM MY Contact your local CY Okuma distributor for open-architecture, user-friendly OSP-P control, the GENOS more information, or visit CMY M560-V is a lot of machine for the money. K Arizona CNC Equipment Because its suited for any metal from titanium to aluminum, it’s perfect for mold & die work or any general machining that.

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Marucit

NEW! Laser System L2000

Now available for L20 CNC Swiss-type Lathes Near Endless Geometric Shape Possibilities Minimal Burrs Faster Than EDM Machining Machine Accuracies .00001" ADVANTAGES OF THE LASER SYSTEM L2000 Specifications and Benefits Optical Head Specifications • IPG Photonics leading provider • CCD Integrated Camera for optical of Fiber Lasers in the world viewing and alignment.

NEW! Laser System L2000 Now available for L20 CNC Swiss-type Lathes Near Endless Geometric Shape Possibilities Minimal Burrs Faster Than EDM Machining Machine Accuracies

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Haas Automation Inc. | 800-331-6746 | www.HaasCNC.com

RELIABILITY. PRICE. REPUTATION.

Haas ST-55 Heavy-Duty, Large-Through-Bore Turning Center = TOTAL CUSTOMER VALUE. WE KNOW what it’s like. That’s why we’re driven to make sure that every Haas We’re MACHINISTS, too. CNC machine is trustworthy, affordable, and always We CUT METAL every day. backed by the industry’s best after-sale service. Proud sponsor of the Stewart-Haas #41 car.

RELIABILITY. PRICE. REPUTATION. Haas ST-55 Heavy-Duty, Large-Through-Bore Turning Center = TOTAL CUSTOMER VALUE. WE KNOW what it’s like. That’s why we’re driven to make sure that every Haas We’re MACHINISTS, too. CNC machine is trustworthy, affordable, and always We CUT METAL every day. backed by the industry’s best after-sale service. Haas Automation Inc. | 800-331-6746 | www.HaasCNC.com Proud sponsor of the Stewart-Haas #41 car

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Tungaloyamerica

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MillLine Tungaloy America, Inc. Valid from July 1st - December 31st, 2015 An economical slot milling solution with stable chip formation allowing deeper slots thus increasing productivity and stability in machining! Incredibly secure system for slot milling with excellent chip control! Promo Code: GUS22 TUNGSLOT/ GUS23 TECSLOT 1 BUY 30 inserts GET 50% off any cutter 2 BUY 50 inserts

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Rollomaticusa

challenge

Your Our solution Technological advance through innovations Rollomatic will exhibit 6 models for the efficient and reliable production of high-end cutting tools, including a laser machine for economical manufacturing of PCD/CVD-D cutting tools with highest quality demands for the IT, aerospace, automotive and medical industries. In addition, the latest development of the Kawada.

Your challenge Our solution Technological advance through innovations Rollomatic will exhibit 6 models for the efficient and reliable production of high-end cutting tools, including a laser machine for economical manufacturing of PCD/CVD-D cutting tools with highest quality demands for the IT, aerospace, automotive and medical industries. In addition, the latest development of the Kawada Nextage Humanoid Robot to economize your tool production will be on display during the EMO 2015. Please visit our booth at Hall 14, Booth M16

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JWR

Purdue University

Turning silicon nitride is made much easier using LAM to soften the material prior to cutting it. Laser-assisted machining invest $50,000 or more to make machining easier, not when conventional means will do helps manufacturers cut the job—albeit more slowly. Adding to the hard materials. cost is the guarding required, because im-.

Purdue University Turning silicon nitride is made much easier using LAM to soften the material prior to cutting it. Laser-assisted machining invest $50,000 or more to make machining easier, not when conventional means will do helps manufacturers cut the job—albeit more slowly. Adding to the hard materials. cost is the guarding required, because im- properly handled laser light may harm human eyes and skin. And heating a workpiece held Using heat to soften materials for easier in a lathe or machining center must be done processing is nothing new. Blacksmiths and carefully to avoid thermal growth and possible

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O.C. White

O.C. White’s Green-Lite High Intensity LED Linear machine light features a die-cast aluminum body to direct heat away from the electronic components, as well as tempered safety glass and a nickel-plated bezel. Solid-state LED lighting in machine tools allows for increased visibility, reduced downtime and lower power consumption

O.C. White O.C. White’s Green-Lite High Intensity LED Linear machine light features a die-cast aluminum body to direct heat away from the electronic components, as well as tempered safety glass and a nickel-plated bezel. Solid-state LED lighting in machine tools allows for increased visibility, reduced downtime and lower power consumption. Modern machine tools are impressive O.C. White’s first fixtures were kerosene- beasts, capable of incredible feats. However, based when it began in 1883. Since then, the one basic aspect of machine operation is con- company has evolved with the technology, sistently overlooked in favor of machine effi- going from oil to electric incandescent light- ciency: the way the operation appears to the ing to fluorescent and halogen lamps. Al-

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3M™ Superabrasive Cup Wheels 11V9

A Cut

Above Introducing an advanced new design – for even better performance! We’ve made your “go-to” wheel even better! • Lightweight machined aluminum core – 3M™ Superabrasive Cup Wheels 11V9 improved balance and reduced run-out are among 3M’s best “go-to” wheels for • Outer core relief and composite inner support layer – easier OD and ID dressing.

A Cut Above 3M™ Superabrasive Cup Wheels 11V9 Introducing an advanced new design – for even better performance! We’ve made your “go-to” wheel even better! • Lightweight machined aluminum core – 3M™ Superabrasive Cup Wheels 11V9 improved balance and reduced run-out are among 3M’s best “go-to” wheels for • Outer core relief and composite inner

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Whyvelocitymatters

The Fastest

WATERJET Flow’s HyperJet stream travels 2,450 mph. That’s 500 mph faster than any other standard waterjets. Velocity Matters. When When When fast matters. saving cost matters. productivity matters. #VelocityMatters Flow waterjets cut with the fastest jet speed using our 94,000 psi HyperJet Pump. Only pressure creates velocity. Higher velocity means more efficient.

The Fastest WATERJET Flow’s HyperJet stream travels 2,450 mph. That’s 500 mph faster than any other standard waterjets. Velocity Matters. When When When fast matters. saving cost matters. productivity matters. #VelocityMatters Flow waterjets cut with the fastest jet speed using our 94,000 psi HyperJet Pump. Only pressure creates velocity. Higher velocity means more efficient

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Toolflo

Can be used with low pressure

or high pressure coolant (rated up to 1500 psi) • Available for #2, 3 & 4 Flo-Lock right and left hand inserts • Fits other brand’s standard holders •Available in 6 and 12 pack quantities for an added cost savings! Use Your Existing Holders! Simply replace the top clamp on your standard holder. Contact your nearest Tool-Flo distributor or contact us at:.

Can be used with low pressure or high pressure coolant (rated up to 1500 psi) • Available for #2, 3 & 4 Flo-Lock right and left hand inserts • Fits other brand’s standard holders •Available in 6 and 12 pack quantities for an added cost savings!

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Duratomic® Tp0501,

TP1501, TP2501

Our new Duratomic line of insert grades for steel- turning applications gives you even more competitive benefits when it comes to high-speed, balanced and versatile production. And, new Edge Intelligence makes it impossible to miss which edges have been used, allowing you to make more parts per edge, limit production interruptions.

DURATOMIC® TP0501, TP1501, TP2501 Our new Duratomic line of insert grades for steel- turning applications gives you even more competitive benefits when it comes to high-speed, balanced and versatile production. And, new Edge Intelligence

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