Automation & Controls

Products • June 18, 2022

MTS 4.0

In contrast to conventional zero-point tooling systems, monitoring sensors were specifically designed for the MTS 4.0. Each of the four chucks in the MTS 4.0 base plate are equipped with a sensor to check the presence of the workpiece holder and to monitor the actuating piston. There is also a force sensor to measure the clamping power. Similar to previous MTS versions, the chuck is operated with compressed air for opening, re-clamping and cleaning functions.

News • June 17, 2022

Mazak plans live demos at IMTS

At the International Manufacturing Technology Show, Mazak Corp. will showcase 19 machines, many of which will be operated in real-world production demonstrations.

Articles • June 17, 2022 • Craig Zoberis

8 benefits of standardized robots

Standardized robotic systems allow shop owners to sleep peacefully, knowing they have invested in a system specifically designed for CNC machining

Products • June 15, 2022

machiNetCloud

Using Remote Access, rather than waiting hours or days for a technician to arrive on site and diagnose problems that must be fixed, authorized users and third-party vendors can monitor machines remotely and access that data in a fraction of the time, enabling them to quickly respond with a technician or spare parts. Should a problem arise, machiNetCloud automatically alerts third-party technicians and internal users by email and SMS, helping reduce downtime and save on maintenance costs.

Products • June 7, 2022

Version 8 of the Flexible Pallet Container

The FPC 8 is controlled by Fastems' Version 8 Manufacturing Management Software (MMS) which offers a new single-view user interface with drag-and-drop production orders, EasyRoute feature for bringing new workpieces into production in under 60 seconds, and an advanced automatic Order Generator for recurring orders or maintaining a certain stock level.

Videos • May 26, 2022

Robotics Results: 13 hours uninterrupted production

Watch a time-lapse video of the latest automation solution presented as part of Cutting Tool Engineering's Robotics Results column authored by Craig Zoberis, founder and president of Fusion | Robo-Job-USA in Burr Ridge, Illinois.n

News • May 16, 2022

Energy advancements offer opportunities to machine tool industry

A VDW study calculates above-average growth in global investment up to 2040.

Products • May 13, 2022

NCFC Electromechanical Joining Module

An electromechanically operated clinching system offers significant energy savings as compared to pneumatic or pneumohydraulic alternatives. In this solution, the servo press is controlled by the proven maXYmos NC process monitoring system from Kistler. With continuous force-displacement monitoring by the integrated sensor, positions can be approached reliably, flexibly and at high speed; the solution also includes an additional traverse mode with safely reduced speed.

News • May 12, 2022

Shot-blasting deburring solution for e-vehicle parts

Producing highly accurate parts for e-vehicles requires exacting deburring equipment. One German manufacturer turned to shot blast equipment to meet required specifications.

News • May 11, 2022

Machine builder makes intricate cuts with Spyral saw blades

Since 1986, the Bestway Products Company has manufactured a full line of saw blades that enable tight, intricate cuts that have helped Panafab create products cost effectively.

News • May 9, 2022

NSK America names two territory managers

NSK America, a producer of high-speed precision machine tool spindles and hand tools, has named two new territory managers.

Articles • May 6, 2022 • Alan Richter

EDM automation under control

Automation for electrical discharge machines is well established, but refinements continue.