CNC Machining (General)

Parlec Inc. introduces a new SpeedScan Measuring Routine feature to its ParleVision CNC automated tool measuring and presetting software.

Mitutoyo America Corp. announces a sales program based on "packaging" select Coordinate Measuring Machines and Vision Systems with related equipment and service packages at no extra cost over the price of the base machine.

NUM has released a sophisticated system-wide functional safety architecture for its CNC system, providing an exceptionally scalable solution that can be applied very easily to almost any type of machine tool — regardless of complexity or number of axes. Known as NUMSafe, it includes a dedicated safety PLC, safe input and output modules, and digital servo drives with built-in safe motion monitoring.

Zagar Inc. has introduced a new range of Precihole BTA Deep Hole Drilling Machines.

Computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software developer DP Technology Corp. is shipping ESPRIT 2013, the latest version of its flagship software, designed to program today's multi-spindle, multi-turret mill-turn and Swiss-turn machine tools.

Is there a user out there that has never experienced the following situation? Programmed nominal data does not comply with real, actual data. A situation that can lead to costly collisions within the machine tool. With its new software module tool realityCheck ZOLLER has developed a solution to prevent expensive machine crashes.

Vero Software has released Machining STRATEGIST V14, a multi-axis CAM solution that generates optimal High Speed CNC toolpaths for both the office and shop-floor environment.

Hyundai WIA announces an all-new Series of CNC multitasking turning centers, the L2100Y/SY, developed with a wedge-type Y-axis and BMT 65 (VDI 140) turret for completing complex milling and turning operations in a single setup.

The newly released Mastercam Swiss Expert from CNC Software Inc. is designed to control a variety of Swiss-style NC machines, and is popular with watch-making, medical devices, dental, automotive, and electronics companies, all known for the requirement of extremely small, but very precise parts.

Renishaw's new SFP1 probe option for the REVO 5-axis measurement system allows surface finish inspection to be fully integrated within coordinate measurement routines.

Crozier Machine Tool Co. announces the introduction of the "BUILDING BLOCK" platform Model 30DC-BB, which when mated with our Model 30DC Speed Lathe becomes a mini-machining cell ideal for many second operations.

FANUC FA America has introduced a new option which allows the Series 30i/31i/32i-MODEL B CNCs to be monitored remotely using tablet-type devices.