Machining

News • December 13, 2019

Study: Adoption of cost-effective wire EDMs to gain momentum

According to a new market report pertaining to the global electric discharge machine (EDM) market, that market is projected to reach a value of US$ 6.1 billion by 2027. The EDM market is expected to expand at a CAGR of ~6% from 2019 to 2027, in terms of volume. Growth of the EDM market can be attributed to increasing need for EDMs for the development of high-end machining designs in various industries. Asia Pacific is anticipated to lead the global electric discharge machine market, followed by North America during the forecast period.

Articles • December 13, 2019 • Luke Pollock

Getting to know the lead angle

The lead angle of an indexable facemill is a trait that greatly impacts the way a cutter performs and the appropriate applications for a tool.

Products • December 13, 2019

Additive Manufacturing Capability Option in hyperMILL CAM Software

Open Mind Technologies AG announced it offers an Additive Manufacturing capability option in hyperMILL CAM software to support 3D printing and additive processes. hyperMILL together with additive option also provides efficient hybrid processing with simultaneous additive and subtractive processing on one machine.

Articles • December 12, 2019 • Michael C. Anderson

A solid, not stellar outlook

Industry experts foresee a respectable 2020 for manufacturing.

Products • December 12, 2019

DMC 65 H monoBLOCK Horizontal Machining Center

With the DMC 65 H monoBLOCK, DMG MORI presents a new highlight in horizontal machining. The unique machine concept unites the flexibility and ergonomics of a 5-axis vertical machine with the productivity and process reliability of a horizontal machining center.

News • December 11, 2019

GMTA is North American distributor for WEMA Glauchau GmbH

German Machine Tools of America is now the North American distributor of WEMA Glauchau GmbH.

Products • December 11, 2019

VCN-575C Vertical Machining Center

Mazak Corp.'s VCN-575C vertical machining center brings advanced technology, performance and value to heavy-torque machining applications. Made in Kentucky, the machine features a traditional C-frame design, vibration damping, rigid base and headstock/column castings for extreme stability.

Products • December 11, 2019

VCN-570C Vertical Machining Center

Mazak Corp.'s Kentucky-built VCN-570C vertical machining center paired with an integrated automation package and equipped with the company's Smooth Synchronous Tapping Software. Designed to process large parts or multiple small workpieces in single machine setups, the VCN-570C brings advanced technology, performance and value to an expansive range of metalworking applications.

Products • December 11, 2019

VC-500C/2PC Vertical Machining Center

Mazak Corp.'s VC-500C/2PC vertical machining center brings a compact design and increased production capabilities for small to medium part machining in a variety of industries. The 3-axis machine debuted its new 40" inline two-pallet changer with rotary table mounted on one pallet and multiple vices on the second pallet to maximize spindle utilization and allows shops to benefit from continuous uninterrupted production.

Products • December 11, 2019

VC-500A/5X Vertical Machining Center

Mazak Corp.'s VC-500A/5X vertical machining center cost-effectively processes small complex parts, such as throttle bodies, with the full 5-axis machining enabled by the machine's trunnion-style rotary/tilt table. The machine features the Mazatrol SmoothX CNC, a control that delivers many advanced functions to allow for faster part cycle times and easier EIA/ISO or Mazatrol programming.

Products • December 11, 2019

VC-300A Vertical Machining Center

Made in Kentucky, the simple but innovative Mazak VC-300A vertical machining center with 3-axis table can take 40-taper cuts in hard-to-machine 410 stainless material on a typical 30-taper-sized machine.

Products • December 11, 2019

Ultimate Die & Mold (UD) 400/5X 5-Axis Vertical Machining Center

Mazak Corp.'s Ultimate Die & Mold (UD) 400/5X 5-axis vertical machining center is suitable for applications ranging from medical and dental instruments to mold and die components and beyond. The machine sports a rigid composite base and double-column symmetrical construction that allow its state-of-the-art spindle to reach high levels of precision and speed.