Machining

Starrag has demonstrated over the years that the nonexhaustive list of applications performed on its model Bumotec s191FTLR 7-axis turn/mill machine is an evidence of Starrag's expertise in manufacturing complex parts in a single setup whatever raw materials used. Whether for producing parts in the micro-mechanics, aerospace, medtech or luxury goods sectors, Bumotec machining centers dedicated to small workpieces turn out to be a major asset to achieve your production goals and overcome the current market challenges. In the medical field, requiring high level of precision and repeatability, the company's technology is often used to obtain the cost-effective solution for producing implants combining grinding, milling, turning, drilling and polishing processes without interruption.

Starrag offers the innovative Heckert DBF 630 6-axis machining center with B over A trunnion table coupled with 45 kW (60 hp)/1,700 Nm (1,254 ft-lb) torque fully integrated U axes head to enable turning, as well as milling, boring, drilling and thread generation operations to be completed in a single setup. OEMs and top-tier suppliers in the oil and gas market, for example, are making significant savings on workpieces such as fluids ends, gate valves, drill bits and pump housings.

Synova is launching a new CNC machine with full 5-axis capability to process complex 3D geometries. Applications targeted include the machining of industrial diamond employed in toolmaking, as well as various composite materials used in aviation. The LCS 305 offers enhanced accuracy, quality and speed with highly dynamic axes, water-cooled linear and torque motors, mineral casting machine bed and fully automatic offset calibration system.

Hardinge Inc. introduces the new Kellenberger 100 (pictured) and Kellenberger 1000 Universal CNC grinding systems. These innovative systems improve the precision and productivity for the most demanding range of machining applications. The updated functional and user friendly design elements on both of these systems allow you to have the control and performance you require.

GEORG introduces its new ultragrind roll grinding machine for aluminum rolling mills. The innovative feature of this machine is the CBN technology. The machine achieves grinding times up to 50 percent shorter than those needed with conventional grinders, while achieving a superior surface quality and longer roll life times.

When former US Navy SEAL Eli Crane struck a deal on Shark Tank for his custom bottle openers, he used the money to buy a CNC machine to ramp up production. Eli chose Hurco. Machinists told him Hurco CNC machines were workhorse machines that are easy to use.

Years of operation can take its toll on machine tools, but that doesn't mean that an old machine's best days are behind it. Microtrol Engineering helped bring four Cincinnati skin mills back from the brink of extinction with new FANUC controls motors and drives.

The Grinding Doc favors the Q-prime calculation over feed rates when assessing the productivity of a cylindrical grinding operation.

Whether you are new to the trade or a seasoned expert, Dapra offers a free series of training videos to help maximize your milling efficiency and productivity. This training explores everything from common milling formulas and principles to how to pick the right tools for the job and program them for success – universal principles that apply regardless of your cutting tool manufacturer.

Hard work and first-class teamwork between the gear factory Hänel and Hainbuch have paid off. The new mandrel Mando G211 for gear manufacturers, suitable for gear hobbing, gear cutting and gear grinding, is available as a standard mandrel from stock and can be used optimally on gear cutting machines. Not only for Hainbuch was this project a success, but also for Hänel. This enabled optimization of manufacturing processes, reduced setup time and improved gear quality because the mandrel guarantees stable clamping and dampens vibrations.