Grinding (Surface, Cylindrical, Tool & Cutter)

Optimize single-layer diamond tools used for cutting and shaping natural-fiber-reinforced composite material.

ANCA Inc., a manufacturer of CNC grinding machines, is exhibiting at the Motion + Power Technology Expo from Oct. 17 to 19 at Huntington Place in Detroit.

The Grinding Doc shares observations and general trends on this grinding style

The core components of the machine stayed the same. The spindle columns were repositioned to replace the gantry mechanism. This one change allowed for several previous components to be removed, making the machine more open and maintenance-friendly. The main change is that we have incorporated a Fanuc robot within the machine for the movement of parts.

Whether drilling, milling or grinding, application-optimized semi-standard and special tools from Inovatools make many machining operations much more productive and efficient than with conventional tools. Tools that exceed standard requirements always constitute a particular challenge.

The Supra Series is an affordable alternative for applications of smaller diameter, long thin parts. The standard iGrind conversational software is ideal for improving programming and set-up times and is easy to learn for first time operators.

Rollomatic Inc.'s Brian Twohey, national sales manager, highlighted a couple of machines while at Eastec: the GrindSmart 660XW, a six-axis tool and cutter grinder, and the Strausak ONE linear CNC tool grinder.n

Do you know a grinder operator using an ANCA machine? The company, a global manufacturer of CNC grinding machines, has launched the Female Machinist Award to recognize the achievements of female machinists in the tool and cutter grinding industry.

George Brown, Northeast and Southeast regional manager for Vollmer of America Corp., took a few minutes during Eastec 2023 to discuss some of the features of the company's new VGrind argon machine.n

In addition to offering fast cutting speed, Tiger 2.0 wheels last up to 40% longer to increase efficiency in operations' cutting and grinding applications. The wheels feature an award-winning blotter design that includes an industry-first, patent-pending Optimum Use Line. The line is a visual indicator that helps the operator use the wheel to its full life.

With a fully automatic maintenance system, Vomat now makes the use of water-miscible MWF even more time- and cost-optimized. The system has a modular design and can be integrated into the respective conditions of each grinding system as required.

The Grinding Doc explains why he is a fan of hybrid bond wheels.