CNC Machining (General)

Monitoring metalworking fluids is a critical process in optimizing performance and extending fluid life. The necessity and methodology for analyzing fluids has remained virtually unchanged for years, yet there was still no way to easily record the data, share it with other departments or suppliers, and measure fluid concentration.

Behringer has launched a new version of its model HBP-310/523G/A mitering bandsaw.

Written by James A. Harvey, an experienced machinist and plastic injection moldmaker, this manual will reportedly have users thinking and producing like experienced machinists. The second edition of "Machine Shop Trade Secrets" from Industrial Press Inc. provides practical how-to information that can immediately be put to use to improve machining skills, craftsmanship and productivity.

Autodesk announced the commercial availability of Inventor HSM, an integrated CAM solution for Inventor users.

FANUC America Corp. offers the arbitrary speed threading option on 0i-TD and 0i Mate-TD CNCs for new turning machines.

ESAB Welding and Cutting Products announces the release of Columbus III version 1.2, a powerful CAD/CAM programming and nesting software optimized for plasma, oxy-fuel, laser and waterjet cutting.

The CoroMill 172 and 171 disc cutting concepts adapted for gears, splines and racks enables gear profile manufacturing on most types of CNC machines.

MultiCam introduces a combination plasma head for its popular 3000 and 6000 series CNC plasma machines that is for production cutting of diverse materials.

MultiCam offers a solution for heavy duty machining with its 5000 Series CNC Router.

The ELECT XL150 all-electric tube bender from BLM GROUP USA brings advanced levels of accuracy and productivity to the bending of tubes up to 6 inches in diameter.

The FSG-C1224CNC profile grinder is designed to meet such grinding requirements as intricate profiles and mold components, and are well suited for the aircraft, automobile, electronic, medical, machine tool and defense industries, says Chevalier Vice President Johnson Lan.

Okuma America Corp. announces its new MULTUS U Series general-purpose multitasking CNC lathes, which are designed to reduce setup time, improve accuracy and keep non-cutting time to a minimum.