Machining

Products • April 8, 2022

CTS-3030 Spindle With Coolant Through

The High-Speed Spindle offers drilling depths of up to 20xD for shank sizes 3.0, 3.175 and 4.0mm, and offers a variable speed of up to 30,000 rpm. This allows for faster cycle times and longer tool life.

Articles • April 7, 2022 • Alan Richter

Cost cutting

Indexable insert tools and techniques reduce costs while maintaining process reliability.

News • April 6, 2022

Allied Machine launches interactive experience

Allied Machine and Engineering has launched an online digital platform, Allied's Interactive Experience.

Products • April 6, 2022

HELITRONIC G 200 Tool Grinding Machine

In a floor space of less than 2.3 sqaure meters (24.8 square feet), the cost-efficient HELITRONIC G 200 offers tool grinding at its best. Grinding and re-sharpening of rotationally symmetrical cutting tools ranging from 1 to 125mm (0.039" to 4.92") in diameter with a grinding wheel up to 150mm (5.91") is possible. The HELITRONIC G 200 can accommodate a maximum tool length of 235mm (9.25") and a tool weight of up to 12 kg (26.45 lbs).

Articles • April 5, 2022 • William Leventon

Robotics for beginners

One step and an Ethernet cable is all it takes to integrate LoadMate Plus into your shop.

News • April 5, 2022

ANCA’s new video academy

ANCA recently launched "The ANCA Academy," a series of videos that cover a different technical topic each month. The second video in the series is called "Machine Basics: Starting Up Your Machine Before Grinding."

Products • April 5, 2022

348 Inserts

348 inserts added to stainless steel turning grade series of AH6225, AH6235, and T6215. AH6225 is a first-choice grade designed to provide excellent machining performance in general stainless steel turning operations, extending from continuous to light interrupted cuts. AH6235 is another PVD-coated grade that boasts exceptional fracture resistance. T6215 is a latest CVD-coated grade, designed to ensure superior cutting performance during high speed, continuous cuts of stainless steel.

Products • April 5, 2022

Z-Mag DTM Portable CNC Drill and Tap Machine

The unit accommodates different height applications with an available 13 inches of stroke, 1,300 lbf. of thrust and spindle speeds of up to 3,000. Using an HSK style spindle adapter, operators can use a variety of HSK tool holders. The sturdy cast iron frame, linear rail system, and precision ball-screw feed system provide a solid foundation for any application, from light roughing to finishing.

Products • April 5, 2022

HEIDENHAIN Education Support Program (HESP)

HEIDENHAIN's programming stations are based on the same software foundation as its CNC controls, thus making them ideal vocational training tools to give students the confidence they need to program in the manufacturing world. HESP's learning materials include practical course supplies for explaining complex topics, as well support posters for the classroom.

Products • March 30, 2022

Turbo 16, Helical Turbo 16 Milling Cutters

Versatile Turbo 16 square shoulder milling cutters deliver outstanding results and process security with exceptional ramping capability. Optimized insert pocket angles enhance the cut and deliver outstanding surface finishes. With a high helix angle for smoother workpiece entry and exit, these cutters also feature efficient Next-generation Helical Turbo 16 milling cutters combine top performance with ease of use, benefiting from a comprehensive range of Seco insert grades and geometries for exceptional material removal rates (MRR) and extended tool life.

Products • March 29, 2022

Stator Bore Tool

Machining three diameters in one operation, the stator bore tool ensures the alignment and concentricity of the machined surfaces whilst reducing the cycle time significantly. The lightweight 3D printed combination tool enables a faster tool change and spin-up even on less powerful machines. The surface specifications and component tolerances are achieved without constraints.n

News • March 24, 2022

Precision Drive Systems hires product manager and SME

Precision Drive Systems (PDS), a global provider of precision motor spindles, expert support, and repair near Charlotte, NC, announced Doug Lawrence as its product manager and subject matter expert (SME) for its metalworking spindle repair business.