Turning

Products • October 4, 2017

CoroTurn Prime Multitask and Axial-Type Toolholders

Sandvik Coromant has unveiled a new range of CoroTurn Prime multitask and axial-type toolholders to help machine shops implement the new PrimeTurning methodology, which enables turning in all directions. The introductions allow users to maximize the benefits of PrimeTurning on multitask turn-mill centers and vertical turning lathes (VTLs).

Articles • October 2, 2017 • Keith Jennings

Shop owners help fellow shop owner after hurricane

Keith Jennings, who writes the Manager's Desk column for Cutting Tool Engineering, shares his thanks for being able to work after surviving the epicenter of Hurricane Harvey in August.

Products • September 27, 2017

Steadyline Turning/Boring Bars

Seco Tools has expanded its Steadyline vibration-damping tooling system to include large-diameter turning/boring bars that provide a reliable, plug-and-play solution for increased productivity in large and deep bore operations. The new 2.36" (60 mm) and 3.15" (80 mm)-diameter sizes are ideal for use in oil and gas applications, as well as general machining of workpieces that require tool overhangs of up to 23.62" (600 mm) or 31.50" (800 mm), respectively.

Products • September 27, 2017

PUMA V8300 Vertical Turning Center

Doosan Machine Tools presents the new PUMA V8300 vertical turning center with an automatic toolchanger (ATC). The PUMA V8300 is a new generation 15-inch class vertical turning center with a large work zone and enhanced rigidity and user convenience. It is available in right- or left-hand versions.

Products • September 25, 2017

Carmex Modular Line System

Designed for internal threading and grooving applications, the new Carmex Modular Line (ML) uses a single boring bar that can be fitted with multiple adapters, offering high accuracy, easy adjustment and full repeatability. Coated with abrasive-resistant nickel, the ML adapters can be used with all Carmex standard thread turning inserts sizes 16, 22 and 27 mm.

Products • September 7, 2017

GRINDSTAR Grinding Machine

When manufacturing small components with a diameter of between 2 and 20 mm, the GRINDSTAR grinding machine from JUNKER offers an economical alternative to turning. From batch sizes of 200,000, short cycle times and a long workpiece service life can drive down costs per workpiece by up to 25 percent.

Products • September 7, 2017

»PS-plus« PCD Drill

Based on the previous success of PCD drill type »PS« during burr and delamination free machining of fiber composites – also in combination with aluminum – so-called stacks components – Lach Diamond developed the PCD drill type »PS-plus«.

Articles • August 30, 2017 • Alan Richter

High-pressure coolant breaks the vapor barrier

What would cause parts manufacturers not to want to extend tool life, increase speeds and feeds, enhance chip evacuation to avoid recutting, impart finer surface finishes and eliminate pecking when deep-hole drilling? Apparently, ignorance in the marketplace.

Products • August 29, 2017

KENOVA Set Line V9xx Presetter and Shrink-Fit Device

Kelch offers a new system concept for a tool presetter from the KELCH KENOVA set line V9xx-S range. The focus here is on the redesign of the shrink fit equipment and side unit.

Products • August 25, 2017

16-inch x 60-inch Engine Lathe

The 16-inch x 60-inch engine lathe from Palmgren has the power to deal with heavy metal removal. It has the accuracy and control to handle precision fine tolerance turning.

Products • August 22, 2017

PUMA TW 2600/M-GL Turning Center

Doosan Machine Tools America introduces the PUMA TW 2600/M-GL to its lineup of high-productivity turning centers. The PUMA TW 2600/M-GL is a high-performance, 10-inch class, two-spindle turning center with an integrated gantry loader.

Products • August 22, 2017

GN 516.5 Metric Size, Stainless Steel Compression Latches

J.W. Winco Inc. offers GN 516.5 metric size, stainless steel compression latches. The RoHS-compliant compression latches have a closing mechanism that transfers the rotary movement of the operating element (key) into a 90° turn and then into a 6 mm linear stroke.