Machining

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.

VOLLMER of America broke ground on Saturday May 11, 2019 at their new location in Findlay Township, PA near Pittsburgh Airport.

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.

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.

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+'.

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."

Renishaw announces the launch of its latest non-contact tool setting solution. The new NC4+ Blue system joins the many smart factory process control solutions developed by Renishaw, which have been proven to help machine shops across many industries transform their production capabilities.

Long thought of by many as today's easiest-to-operate CNC for vertical knee mills, HEIDENHAIN's ACU-RITE-brand MILLPWRG2 control is now also available for bed mills with AC motors.

PFERD INC has introduced the OMNI cut, a versatile new carbide bur for high productivity on steel, cast steel, stainless steel (INOX) and cast iron, as well as nonferrous metals.

Walter has introduced its next generation of milling tools: the Xtra·tec® XT (XT stands for "Xtended Technology")

In the second of this two-episode Grinding Doc report, Dr. Jeffrey Badger runs a few numbers to determine a suitable overlap ratio.

From 3D simulation software to LaserPlus, an in-process measurement system, to RoboTeach, which makes robotic loaders accessible and easy to program – ANCA has been building a toolbox of technology for our customers to reap the benefits of automation and Industry 4.0.