KSRM Milling Cutters
The KSRM line of cutters is a new, multipurpose milling solution from Kennametal specifically engineered for titanium and stainless steel applications.
Operation / Process
Milling
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HELIQMILL 390 Milling Tools
ISCAR introduces the ISCAR HELIQMILL 390 line, a new step of development of the insert with helical cutting edge.
Genius Vise
OML's new Genius 5-axis vice from Lexair Inc. reportedly turns workholding concepts on their head with a unique design that maximizes clamp force at the top of the jaws by pulling them closed at the top with a collapsing lead screw, while holding the bottom of the jaws in place with an opposing force screw.
Faster facemilling
END USER: Continental Motors Inc., (800) 718-3411, www.genuinecontinental.aero. CHALLENGE: Boost productivity when rough and finish milling cast aluminum crankcases. SOLUTION: PCD-tipped, cartridge-type facemills. SOLUTION PROVIDER: Ingersoll Cutting Tools, (866) 690-1859, www.ingersoll-imc.com
Tips for a manual milling machine
In my October column, I explained how the design of manual milling machines could be improved. This month, I share some tips for enhancing the operation of a manual mill.
HSM 200U MP Milling Machine
The new high-tech, high-speed MIKRON HSM 200U LP milling machine is available from GF AgieCharmilles.
Rodeka and Rodeka 8 Inserts
Kennametal introduces the revolutionary new Rodeka series of inserts for indexable milling.
WIS10 and WWS20 Insert Grade
Walter USA LLC has introduced a new series of ceramic inserts directed at machining high-temp alloys such as Inconel, Waspalloy and Stellite.
Jig Borer Refurbishment
Mitsui Seiki USA Inc. announces a new service: refurbishing older Mitsui Seiki high precision jig borers.
Mowidec Spindle Centering System
The new Mowidec system carried by FLP Tooling Inc. centers spindles accurately within aµm.
Keyseat cutters
Whitney Tool Co. Inc.'s solidcarbide keyseat cutters are available in diameters from 1⁄8" to 1 ½". The cutters perform many slotting operations, such as circular interpolation in small-diameter holes. They reportedly are rigid and provide long life, often resulting in higher production rates when cutting difficult to machine materials.
Hardinge adds regional sales manager
Hardinge Inc., a leading international provider of advanced metalcutting solutions, recently introduced Meghan Tranchina as the company's new West Coast Regional Sales Manager for the Turning & Milling Group. Tranchina began her career with HS&S Machine Tools and Metrology, and most recently held the position of sales engineer covering Northern California and Nevada for Methods Machine Tools.
