Machining

Coherent Inc. has expanded upon its family of compact, flexible Laser Machining Centers with the launch of its MetaBEAM, designed for processing metals but capable of addressing non-metal processing as well.

The TGT Genius 6 Axes is a versatile tool-grinding machine for the manufacturing and resharpening of solid carbide and HSS tools, according to Tool Grinding Technologies Inc., an India-based company.

It may have a small footprint, but the Hardinge Inc., Workholding Division, GD5C2 rotary indexer packs a big punch.

Using a self-contained, extensible PC integrated with a machine's current controls, customers can now bridge next generation technology with virtually any CNC machine tool of yesterday, today and tomorrow, according to sefaré controls, a Charlotte, N.C., business focused on building bridges between computer technology and the machine floor.

Niigata's new HN1000-S Horizontal Machining Center from SNK America Inc. is said to be capable of swinging a part up to 2,300mm (90.6") in diameter and 1,850mm (72.8") in height. The HN1000-S rapid traverse rate of 40m/min. (1,575ipm) allows for the reduction in non-cutting time.

Dunham Tool manufactures a high-quality 2j CNC collet chuck, 5c collet chuck, 16c collet chuck and 3j CNC collet chuck, as well as a 1c collet chuck and 3c collet chuck.

Pinpoint Laser Systems Inc. is introducing a new precision Microgage Bore Alignment Kit for industrial applications.

Dapra Corp. has introduced HFDEH high-feed inserts, which fit current Toroid cutter bodies.

Single Source Technologies now offers two additional models of NS Tool's MUGEN coated ball endmill series.

To help America's grinding workers stay safe, MANCOMM, a Davenport, IA, company that produces regulatory compliance products, recently released its Grinder Safety Training CD, which is intended to help workers improve safety and minimize risk by focusing on a personal protection system for pedestal and bench grinders.

ESPRIT 2011, the latest release of computer-aided manufacturing software from D.P. Technology, features system-wide upgrades that are of benefit to all programmers, and includes new, innovative, productivity-enhancing technology for CNC programmers of mills, lathes and wire EDM machines.

ZPS America LLC has introduced the ZPS 642 CNC multispindle production center.