Embracing slot diversity
Various tools and techniques can maximize productivity when slot milling.n
Operation / Process
Machining
MV 1600H
A host of features come standard on the MV 1600H, such as a 40-tool automatic tool changer (ATC) with big and heavy tool functionality. The comprehensive chip management system includes an external chip conveyor, chip flush in the bed, spindle flush, and an extra coolant gun, all designed to maximize machine uptime.n
SHUR-KUT Zirconia Grinding Aid Quick Change Discs
With a smaller diameter, quick change discs provide ease of use on intricate parts and excellent control when shaping or blending surface portions, especially on flat surfaces. Moderate flexibility of quick change discs and their holders allows contouring and access to inner corners. These unique quick change functionality reduces changeover downtime and eases transitions between grit, material, or even abrasive type where multi-step processes are required.
Blue-Kote Soft Material Application Flap Disc
Because aluminum has a much lower melting temperature than other metals, keeping aluminum cool while grinding and finishing is a big challenge for welders and fabricators. The Blue-Kote disc cloth's net structure resists clogging on soft materials, and its sanded surface stays cooler and avoids burning the work surface.
Future might see e-Organics
New organic material promises faster technology.
Shrinking cycle times
Shrink-fit holders further reduce cycle times in high-speed machining centers
8L Lathe
This new 8L Lathe is a small machine with big capabilities, and has the ability to fill turning needs in a variety of spaces. Rigid enough to cut anything, whether it's plastic, stainless steel even titanium, this machine can handle it, and at an approachable price point.
Toolholding system delivers efficiency
Rego-Fix's PG toolholding collet system solves shop's pullout problem.
Manufacturing withstands pandemic hit
COVID-19 has upended major manufacturing industries, especially transportation-related ones.
Forest City Gear engineer explores gap between helices on a double-helical gear
A new paper by Forest City Gear engineer Andrew F. Vincent, Ph.D., has been released entitled, A Note on the Design of the Gap Between Helices on a Double-helical Gear. The paper focuses on how the design and how it "imposes a necessary lower bound on the gap between the helices it is meant to produce."
M5137 Xtra·tec XT Shoulder Milling Cutter
The M5137 Xtra·tec® XT boasts reduced process costs thanks to its Tiger·tec® coating and six cutting edges per indexable insert. This translates to simple tool selection and low cutting material costs, and highly cost-effective operation due to low unit costs.
Wohlhaupter VolCut Insert Holder
VolCut combines the benefits of the modularity of the Wohlhaupter MVS connection with Allied Machine and Engineering's large diameter holemaking solution. This time-saving combination offers increased material removal and excellent chip control at greater depths for large diameter applications - even on underpowered machines. The VolCut insert holder is stocked for quick delivery with bore diameters ranging from 2.559" – 128.149" (65mm – 3255mm). Its unique designincorporates serrations designated to connect seamlessly with Wohlhaupter's Twin Cutter and AluLine boring systems.