General Machining & Manufacturing Processes

A new standard line of rigid shaft couplings offered with a choice of popular design templates to let users reduce the cost and delivery time of small quantity custom orders has been introduced by Stafford Manufacturing Corp.

Now equipped with the fast and powerful Mazatrol SmoothX CNC is the Mazak VTC-800G-30S vertical traveling column machine.

Mazak Corp.'s family of hybrid multitask machining centers includes the VTC-300C FSW, which combines advanced milling capabilities with friction stir welding (FSW) technology. With a full traveling-column design, automatic toolchanger and powerful 40-taper spindle in addition to the FSW package, this machine helps shops achieve reduced lead times and greater part accuracy with less required capital equipment and floor space – all while enabling completely novel methods for processing parts with strong welds.

Hurco Cos. Inc. continued its commitment to help customers navigate the ever-evolving technology landscape by partnering with BMO Automation, a company that shares Hurco's mission to help manufacturers increase productivity and profitability.

The L.S. Starrett Co. has announced the appointment of David Allen as vice president, Starrett Metrology Systems. In this newly created role, Allen will be responsible for the strategy, growth and profitability of the advanced metrology systems including Starrett Bytewise, Starrett Tru-Stone Technologies, Starrett-Kinemetric Systems, metrology software development, force measurement systems and Starrett Special Gage Department.

Mazak Corp. offers the Integrex i-200ST AG hybrid multitask machine for Done In One gear production. Equipped with the Auto Gear (AG) package, the machine efficiently processes mid-size complex components with the added versatility of twin spindles, milling spindle (S) and a lower turret (T), as well as a full range of Smooth Technology solutions.

Mazak Corp.'s HQR-250MSY multitask turning center can process parts using a wide range of different tools. With its upper turret with rotary tool milling (M), second spindle (S) and Y-axis capabilities (Y), this productive machine delivers Done In One part-processing opportunities and high-volume throughput.

Beckhoff Automation has announced another addition to the popular family of ultracompact C60xx series Industrial PCs (IPCs) with the new C6025. This space-saving IPC delivers the high computing performance of the Intel Core i series in a fanless, small-form-factor device. The new Intel Core i U processors, with exceptionally low power requirements, have made this advancement possible.

Monaghan Tooling Group introduces their Mechanical Joining Tools, which join tubing to flanges and fittings, creating secure, leak-proof joints that withstand up to 20,000 lbs. of hydrostatic pressure. Superior to welded, brazed or crimped joints, mechanically joined parts will not leak, pull apart, or loosen due to pressure, vibration, or temperature changes.

Mazak Corp.'s Quick Turn 450 CNC turning center combines advanced technology, productivity and value to deliver exceptional part processing for shops large and small. Additionally, Mazak now offers the machine with an optional, powerful 60-hp integral motor main spindle.

Mazak Corp. offers its Kentucky-built Quick Turn 250MSY multitasking machine, which can be paired with GR100 gantry robot automation for continuous Done In One part production. The Quick Turn 250MSY features two turning spindles, milling capability and Y-axis off-centerline machining. Its main turning spindle headstock features a 10" chuck mounted on a 35-hp, 4,000-rpm integrated spindle motor that generates 343 ft.-lbs. of torque for heavy-duty metal removal.

Mazak's Quick Turn-200MSY turning center combines several features that allow shops to boost productivity and profitability. These include a direct servo-driven turret design, integral motor main and second spindle design, a faster, more powerful milling spindle and Mazak's Mazatrol SmoothG CNC.