Machining

Combo machines bridge an important gap between manual and CNC equipment.

A look at the strengths and weaknesses of solid and indexable-insert drills.

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Mechanized Numerics, a small machine shop in Ann Arbor, Mich., pitted two "high performance" aluminum-cutting endmills against each other for a slotting demonstration the shop filmed and posted to YouTube in January 2015. According to the shop's YouTube channel, MechNum CNC, the cutter and parameters filmed for each machnie were nearly identical.

Walter has launched a major extension of its turning geometry program with new products that bring Walter precision and reliability to a range of new applications. Extensions include the FM4 positive inserts.

In 1978, LACH DIAMANT discovered the use of spark erosion as a means of forming polycrystalline cutting materials and allowing for the production of rotating PCD tools, e. g. step drills and profile tools. Since then, PCD diamond tools have established themselves in metal, wood and plastic industries all over the world.

Okuma's new V920EX one-saddle, vertical lathe features a powerful turning spindle and a large work envelope, making it ideal for cutting a variety of large, heavy parts. The V920EX boasts a work envelope with a maximum turning diameter of 36.22" and 33.86" of swing over the saddle enabling it to accommodate large, odd–shaped workpieces.

Absolute Machine Tools Inc. recently posted a video demonstrating its Tongtai TD-2000YBC, a high-precision CNC turning center cast from Meehanite iron. The turning center is loaded with high-tech features, according to the company. In particular, the machine features a rigid, ergonomic and accurate 75° bed design for excellent chip flow and operator accessibility.

KME CNC announced that it has surpassed the company's wireless 5-axis tombstones with its new wireless 5-axis trunnions. KME CNC designs and manufactures American-made 5-axis systems that transforms current 3-axis and 4-axis machines to 5-axis production on virtually any machining centers.

To help manufacturers enjoy benefits such as reduced cycle times and greater tool life when performing hard part turning, Sandvik Coromant has strengthened its existing offer in the ISO H05 to H15 application area with the introduction of two new grades: CB7105 and CB7115.

In the 73rd episode of Cutting Tool Engineering's Grinding Doc Video Series, consultant Dr. Jeffrey Badger discusses options for eliminating burr during grinding. Or is it even possible?

Synova and Makino are joining forces to offer the HybridCell, which combines the power of Synova's Laser MicroJet (LMJ) with Makino's leading edge EDM capabilities. It is a fully automated, manufacturing-ready, work cell that can handle a wide range of hole-drilling applications. The HybridCell consist of a MCS 500 cutting system, along with Makino's EDBV EDM hole-drilling machine.