Machining

In a collaborative effort to best enable 5-axis machining for users with Heidenhain TNC controls and Mastercam CAD/CAM software, a new collaborate post-processor is now available.Called the Heidenhain TNC 5X Mill post-processor, CNC Software Inc., developers of Mastercam software, introduced it after coordinating development efforts between the two companies.

The Star NXT tool grinder offers a focused design to deliver a maximized grind zone with our smallest footprint to date.

Mitutoyo America Corp. announces the release of the MiSTAR 555 CNC shop floor coordinate measuring machine to its CMM product line that operates without compressed air and on conventional 120V 20 AMP electrical service with movement speeds of 606mm/s and acceleration of 2,695mm/s² (3D).

ADO-SUS's "Mega Cooler™" coolant hole shape improves coolant flow and chip evacuation while reducing heat generation; this reduces work hardening and results in longer tool life.

Jordan Wade, the machinist at MC Molds says the capabilities of 3D import "blows his mind" in regards to its ability to generate the program or the cutter path so easily when he just picks a surface.

Scientific Cutting Tools has expanded the Single Point Thread Mill (SPTM) line with new sizes and lengths. The additional sizes include #5 and 7/16 for UN standards as well as larger M3 and M11 sizes for metric. The new extra long (XL) lengths were created for deeper threads.

The VGrind 360, VOLLMER's latest tool grinding machine, is equipped with enhanced travel distances in order to machine carbide tools up to a diameter of 100 millimeters.

Why do indexable carbide drills excel in more extreme drilling applications? To find out, watch Allied's senior product manager and engineering trainer team up to demonstrate.

Abrasive Technology's P.B.S.® braze bond grinding products promote high diamond exposure with optimal coverage for aggressive tooling that lasts longer, cuts faster and runs cooler.

The Mazak HQR-250MSY Multi-Tasking turning center features a highly productive twin-spindle, twin-turret configuration for unequaled part processing opportunities and high-volume throughput.

Tungaloy expands its DoForce-Tri line of square shoulder milling cutters to include a size 07 insert, with 6 cutting edges for precision milling and insert economy.

Machine shops across the northeastern states of America are getting the job done thanks to support from cutting tool manufacturer Dormer Pramet.