Machining

The EPPINGER Trifix tool positioning system from EXSYS Tool Inc. facilitates quick and accurate exchanges of both static and driven tooling for DMG/Gildemeister multi-tasking machines.

The TANDEM KSP plus clamping force block from SCHUNK is reportedly setting new standards in automated manufacturing.

Helical Solutions LLC launched its new Product Selector and interactive Milling Calculators featured on www.1helical.com.

Advent Tool and Manufacturing Inc.'s Octi-Edge threading and grooving system accepts inserts with up to eight cutting edges.

Methods Machine Tools Inc., a supplier of machine tools, automation and accessories, announced it is hosting Metal Storm 2014, an open house event taking place June 11-12, 2014 at the company's recently-renovated headquarters and corporate technology center at 71 Union Avenue, Sudbury, Mass. Metal Storm 2014 will feature over 50 machines under power.

My first experience with welding was when my dad taught me to stick weld in the basement of our home. When I was about 9 years old, he came home with a new welding hood. I remember asking him who the hood was for and being mortified when he said it was for me.

Increase productivity when parting off a component. A new parting and grooving tool that practically tripled machining parameters.

Boost productivity when machining keyways into a Nitralloy steel cutting tool head. Switch the work to a vertical machining center and obtain a custom 90° angle head.

Overcome a CAM system's limitations when transitioning to machining more complex parts. New CAM software.

The rotating elements in machine tools often generate unacceptable forces due to unbalance, and manufacturers usually take corrective action to reduce the forces.

A tool clamp that permits optimal coolant delivery on Swiss-style machines.

Chicago wins bid to host digital manufacturing institute.