Milling

CAM software developer DP Technology Corp. announced the release of ESPRIT 2017, the latest version of its flagship product. ESPRIT 2017 delivers a smarter, simpler, faster machining process with expert toolpath, streamlined user control, and accelerated processing power, the company reports.

Heller Machine Tools introduces its versatile HF series 5-axis horizontal machining centers to North America for machining complex prismatic parts from lighter, smaller workpieces to heavier workpieces up to 800 kg table load. In the series of two machines, the fifth axis is provided by the workpiece on a swiveling trunnion with rotary table or a pallet changer for higher-volume production.

W.W. Grainger Inc.'s metalworking team put together this brief video on the benefits of high-feed milling as part of the company's Quick Tips video series, which is part of Grainger's online resource center, The Knowledge Center.

Walter has added to its range of solid-carbide milling cutters with the introduction of its MC232 Perform product line. This versatile, cost-effective new cutter type is available with 2, 3 or 4 flutes, in a diameter range of 1/8 in. to 5/8 in. (2 to 20 mm).

Seco Tools released two new solid-carbide endmills that significantly boost metal-removal rates and offer exceptionally long tool life for a variety of today's challenging workpiece materials. The Jabro-HFM JHF181 is suitable for high-feed milling strategies in hardened steels and nickel-based alloys, while the Jabro-Solid2 JS564 and JS565 represent Seco's continued focus on developing tools for optimized roughing strategies for materials such as steels, stainless steels and titanium alloys.

In a blog, Dann Demazure, applications engineer at Datron Dynamics, wrote: Machinists ask me all the time, "When do I go fast and when should I go slow with a single-flute endmill?" Well, as you can imagine, there are a lot of variables at play regarding feed rates for single-flute endmills, but let's try to break it down.

SPRING Technologies announces the latest version of its flagship NCSIMUL SOLUTIONS. The new version sets a benchmark for comprehensive control of the machining process, allying ease of use, flexibility and automation to build the Factory of the Future, according to the company.

Makino introduces SGI.5, its latest version of Super Geometric Intelligence software for high-feed rate, tight-tolerance machining of complex 3D contoured shapes. Depending upon the specific geometry of the application, SGI.5 can provide 20 to 60 percent faster cycle times while maintaining accuracy and surface finishes.

With the TENDO E compact, SCHUNK says it has started a new era in tool clamping with this universal toolholder that is suitable for applications such as milling, drilling, and reaming. SCHUNK now offers new extended lengths in CAT 40 (4") and CAT 50 (6"). Both are great for long-reach applications and in multiple-axis machines.

The design of the knee mill goes back to 1936, when Rudolph Bannow's company produced a knee-and-column vertical mill with a rotating turret and sliding-ram head. The mill became known by the company's name—Bridgeport—which, like Kleenex, became the generic signifier for mills of similar design.

PFERD INC. has introduced TITANIUM cut burs, the latest addition to its high-performance Carbide Bur line-up. TITANIUM cut is specially designed for machining hard titanium alloys (with tensile strength greater than 500 N/mm2). With an innovative tooth geometry, TITANIUM cut generates stock removal rates up to 60% higher than conventional cross-cut burs, according to the company.

Power, speed, tactics, stamina – successful boxers need to bring together many different characteristics to emerge victorious from the ring. This image of versatility and talent is an apt metaphor for the new four-edged FIGHTMAX HPC roughing/finishing endmill for steel materials without a significant chromium content, developed by Inovatools.