A Polished Cut
Monocrystalline diamond inserts for imparting high-polish finishes.
Operation / Process
Fabrication & Cutting
Longus Tool Vita
A nanocomposite coating that significantly extends tool life.
Full line of carbon dioxide lasers available from Laser Research
A full line of CO<sub>2</sub> laser mirrors and reflectors made from silicon, with or without coatings, and molybdenum for harsh environments is available for immediate delivery from Laser Research Optics.
HV!!
MC Machinery Systems Inc. has introduced its newest series of 2D hybrid laser processing machines.
C3 Flap Discs
CGW-Camel Grinding Wheels has expanded its trimmable flap disc line with the introduction of trimmable C3 ceramic flap discs.
CFM T Series
Nilfisk Industrial Vacuums announces the launch of the Nilfisk CFM T Series.
Finely finished flutes
END USER: Form Tool Technology Inc., (803) 788-3686, www.formtooltech.com. CHALLENGE: Polish flutes of drills and other round tools to enhance chip evacuation. SOLUTION: Diamond-abrasive polishing wheels. SOLUTION PROVIDER: 3M Abrasive Systems Div., (866) 279-1288, ext. 1258, www.3m.com
Fiber vs. Fiber
Machining fiber-reinforced composite materials with fiber and other types of lasers can be an effective option.
Look Ahead: Hard and sticky
Technology for applying a hydrogen-free DLC with high adhesion.
Auto Clean
Equipment and media options for cleaning automotive parts.
Plastic Prescription
The use of plastic medical parts is growing, and in certain applications machining them is advantageous and even essential.
Quick Trim Flap Discs
Saint-Gobain Abrasive Inc.'s Norton brand has introduced two new Norton Quick Trim Flap Discs for the metal fabricating industry.