Fabrication & Cutting

Products • October 30, 2019

Fused Silica Fiber Lenses

A new line of fused silica fiber lenses that eliminate the need for users to send their laser heads back to the OEM for lens replacement has been introduced by Laser Research Optics.

News • October 28, 2019

Balancing digital manufacturing with advanced subtractive laser technology

The success of modern product development and manufacturing efforts depends increasingly on being able to iterate quickly, test innovative ideas and shorten time to market. Products must be designed, materials evaluated, prototypes tested and parts manufactured faster than ever. With access to the right technology, agile teams can quickly go from design to production, using less resources and meeting customer demand. A comprehensive rapid prototyping and manufacturing strategy offers an obvious advantage to businesses looking to keep their products and services competitive.

Products • October 14, 2019

Chip Blower

BIG KAISER has introduced a new Chip Blower designed to make removing chips and coolant from parts and machine tables fast and easy.

Articles • October 8, 2019 • Christopher Tate

Cutting raw materials into usable workpieces

When material dimensions don't conform to necessary workpiece dimensions, there are many ways to cut the right cut.

Articles • October 3, 2019 • Joshua Swainston

Making waterjet precision possible

When considering waterjet controller software, think about how your business and machine tool will evolve.

Products • October 1, 2019

Beam Splitters for Lasers

A line of beam splitters for lasers from 100 Watts up that are designed for use at 45 degree angle of incidence and 10.6 microns has been introduced by Laser Research Optics.

Products • September 6, 2019

CF Series Disc Finishing Machine

The new design of the OTEC CF series disc finishing machine is sure to impress. Modular and compact, it has an optimized welded structure that guarantees trouble-free operation and a long service life. It also features storage space for the compound container and pumping station.

Products • September 6, 2019

Cube evo Tape Finishing Machine

Precision machining of wave-shaped components to reduce roughness and friction as well as for structuring and increasing the functional surfaces' contact area can now be carried out even more efficiently: The new tape finishing machine Cube evo for machining shafts, bearings and sealing seats is available from Thielenhaus Superfinish Innovation as a freely programmable unit and is designed to meet future Industry 4.0 standards.

Products • September 6, 2019

Polishing Machines

Otec machines allow the quality of carbide tools to be improved considerably. The special procedure enables the chip grooves of carbide cutters and drill bits, for example, to be polished to a high gloss.

News • September 5, 2019

Report predicts steady growth for waterjet cutting machine market

According to a findings specified in the report on the waterjet cutting machine market, the market is expected to witness steady growth over the forecast period (2018-2026), led by increasing industrialization and manufacturing sector in emerging regions across the globe. The long-term outlook for the global waterjet cutting machine market is expected to remain positive and the market is expected to expand at a CAGR of 9.0% during the forecast period.

Products • August 28, 2019

CLEAN-GARD 83 Alkaline Detergent

Madison Chemical introduces CLEAN-GARD 83, a cutting-edge, alkaline detergent specifically designed for removing aged, oxidized, burned-on oil, removing grease and for other difficult cleaning operations. Intended for immersion application, including ultrasonic and agi-lift, as well as recirculation spray washers up to 25 psi, this proven product cleans more thoroughly in less time, thus increasing productivity.

Products • August 28, 2019

Drop-in Field Replacement CO2 Laser Lenses

A line of OEM-compatible, drop-in field replacement CO2 laser lenses that can be supplied in mounts for smaller engraving and marking laser systems is being introduced by Laser Research Optics.