Milling

Products • November 6, 2019

EDGECAM 2020.1 Software

The latest release of EDGECAM features toolpath associativity for the facemill cycle, the option to extend the solution's parallel lace toolpath, enhanced additive undercutting, and a total of about 30 updates. Alongside the new EDGECAM 2020.1, the optional CAD for CAM Designer module has now replaced Part Modeler.

Products • November 4, 2019

Double-Sided Pramet SNGX11 Insert

The Dormer Pramet milling assortment for die and mold has grown with several introductions, including the double-sided Pramet SNGX11 insert for high-feed milling with up to 0.07" DOC. A strong main cutting edge ensures a high level of durability and process security, especially when machining corners inside a pocket. With eight cutting edges, the square-shaped SNGX11 also represents an extremely economical solution.

Videos • October 28, 2019

DoTriple-Mill | Multi-Functional Face Milling Cutter with High Rigidity

DoTriple-Mill is Tungaloy's face milling cutter featuring a dovetail clamping system that dramatically reduces insert lift up and excessive shear force imposed on the screws during heavy duty milling.

Products • October 22, 2019

Extensive Line of Tooling for Haas BMT Turret

Platinum Tooling announced that it has an extensive line of Heimatec tooling available for the new Haas BMT turret. Platinum Tooling is the master importer of Heimatec tools for North America.

Products • October 16, 2019

Vomat FA 960 Filtration System

Finely filtered grinding oils in cutting tool manufacturing are an important key to more quality and efficiency in production. Tool manufacturers who rely on the right technology and competence of their fine filtration equipment manufacturer make optimal use of the many advantages offered by efficient grinding oil filtration.

Products • October 14, 2019

Insert Grades for C-Cutter Mini, C-Centering Cutter and Fullcut Mill

BIG KAISER has released a new set of insert grades for its indexable tools—C-Cutter Mini, C-Centering Cutter and Fullcut Mill. The new inserts are optimized to extend tool life in stainless steel or aluminum.

Products • October 14, 2019

CAT50 Smart Damper

In order to offer more flexibility to customers, BIG KAISER has moved production of its CAT50 milling adapters to the U.S. The product performance and design will not change, but the move allows for more variation and faster delivery of special lengths for specific applications.

Articles • October 10, 2019 • William Leventon

Maxing out multitasking

Get the most from combination turn/mill machines.

News • October 2, 2019 • Alan Richter

Hard milling and 5-axis machining at MC Machinery open house

MC Machinery Systems is known as a supplier of Mitsubishi EDMs and laser machines, and Mitsubishi EDM/Laser is prominently displayed on the company's headquarters in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, but several seminars focused on hard milling and 5-axis machining were presented during its EDM National open house. The event took place Sept. 26.

Products • September 30, 2019

New Software for 300 Series DRO

Heidenhain Corp.'s Acu-Rite brand introduces new software for its versatile 300 series digital readout (DRO) that now allows users to control a sinker EDM. This new development broadens this established DRO's use to include all of the most common manual shop machines such as milling, turning, grinding and now EDM in a single DRO.

News • September 24, 2019

President appointed at Chiron America Inc.

Dr. Markus Flik, CEO, Chiron Group recently announced the appointment of Steve Morris as Chhiron America's new President and Chief Executive Officer effective immediately.

Products • September 18, 2019

HARVI I TE 4-Flute Solid-Carbide Endmill

Kennametal announced the latest addition to its HARVI line of high-performance solid endmills, the HARVI I TE 4-flute solid-carbide endmill. With a radical new design, the HARVI I TE delivers outstanding performance in a broad range of materials, including steel, stainless steel, high-temperature alloys and cast iron. And thanks to significantly reduced cutting forces, this tool can be used on any machining center or mill/turn center in the shop.