STS takes tool coatings in-house
Toolmaker launched its coatings division a year ago with a $2.2M investment.
Operation / Process
Machining
Oakland Community College Closes the Skills Gap with Hurco
Hurco is proud to partner with educational institutions to train the next generation of CNC machinists.
JETI (Jetstream Integrated) Tooling
New additions to JETI (Jetstream Integrated) tooling from Seco Tools eliminate coolant-through tooling and connector interference that hinders grooving, parting-off and other turning operations. With interference-free internal coolant capabilities and the option to switch the underside stream channel on and off as required, these expansions to the range of MDT (Multiple-Directional Turning) X4 (grooving and parting-off) and 150.10 (parting-off) toolholders add operational stability and reliability while they improve surface finishes.
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Mastercam 2020 CAD/CAM Software
CNC Software Inc. announces Mastercam 2020 is now available for purchase. Mastercam 2020 increases machining productivity and reduces overall production costs with new 2D through multiaxis milling automation features, CAD and model preparation improvements, and improved Machine Configurationand 3D Tooling.
RoboCell Robot Cell
The Fastems RoboCell One sets new standards in relation to extremely adaptable and flexible machining, particularly heavy workpieces within batches of different sizes. The easy-to-configure robot cell is primarily designed for handling heavy workpieces weighing up to 176 lbs. (80 kg) and for automating up to two machine tools of the same type – either lathes or milling machines. The solution consequently comes into its own at the point where existing automation systems reach their limits solely due to the maximum weight of the workpiece.
Vollmer of America Corp. breaks ground
VOLLMER of America broke ground on Saturday May 11, 2019 at their new location in Findlay Township, PA near Pittsburgh Airport.
High-performance tool coatings provide vital protection
Specialty coatings extend tool life when cutting nonferrous materials.
SURFCAM 2020.0 Software
The introduction of a specific 5-axis 'Tilt' control strategy, combined with a 'Barrel Cutter,' is said to be the most significant enhancement in the latest release of SURFCAM, from Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence's Production Software division.
PostWorks Version 17.2 Universal Postprocessor
NCCS Corp., developer of PostWorks universal postprocessor, announces the general release of PostWorks Version 17.2. PostWoks is a high-end universal postprocessor, which generates precise NC code for a variety of machines including mills, lathes and multitask machines.
Servomotors for 1100M and 770M CNC Milling Machines
Tormach Inc. has announced it is now offering servomotors for its line of 1100M and 770M CNC milling machines. Servo upgrade kits are available for current users of these machines, which allows them to transform their current 'M' series machines to 'M+'.
Fluid recycling can aid profits
Prioritize metalworking fluids when market factors reduce profit margins.
Improving spindle speeds with Haimer
Making chips means making money, so keeping the spindle turning is critical for a company's bottom line. Timothy Mooney, Midwest regional sales manager for Starrag USA, distributors of high-precision machine tools, said his customers strive for a 75 percent spindle engagement time "That is the only time that they are making money."