Machines/Accessories/Controls

GF Machining Solutions introduced the AgieCharmilles Laser S series machines to its North American audience at a special event held earlier this month at the company's Lincolnshire, Illinois, location. On display was the Laser S 1000 U, which the company predicted would help manufacturers advance productivity, quality, design freedom, and time to market—all while reducing cost-per-part in markets such as automotive, packaging, and communications technology.

Adding automation to your operation isn’t always about making extraordinary changes. Sometimes it’s about taking what you already have and making it more efficient, giving you the power to enhance your overall productivity, decrease your lead times, and increase the ROI of the machines you already own. Okuma prides itself on being the perfect automation partner for its customers. So whether you need an integrated solution or a fully automated system, Okuma can help you raise the overall productivity of your operation and outpace your competitors.

Cutting Tool Engineering recently visited the Star plant in Elk Rapids, Michigan, to learn more about Star SU's new NXT Tool Grinder machine, which made its debut at IMTS 2018. CTE Publisher Dennis Spaeth chats with Star Product Manager Aaron Remsing, Director of Engineering Roberta Wagner, Plant Manager Jason Walter, and Applications Engineer Jeremy Hubbard.

Learn more about the engineering process that went into developing the NXT in the latest Star SU Blog.

Inspired by the best design characteristics from both vertical and horizontal machine platforms, the Makino DA300 5-Axis VMC delivers the highest production capabilities for multi-axis workpieces in the very smallest of machine footprints. This DA300 combines a rigid structure and high dynamic motion control to significantly reduce part cycle times while maintaining very accurate performance. This highly productive machine is enhanced by an Erowa ERE pallet changer.