General Shop Equipment & Supplies

Micrometal GmbH, an expert at the photochemical etching process, developed a white paper, "Unlocking the True Potential of Precision Metal Fabrication," which analyzes PCE.

The DVF 4000 comes standard with a 15,000 r/min direct coupled spindle, powered by a 24.8 hp (18.5 kW) motor that generates 87.1 ft-lbs (118 Nm) of torque. A FANUC 31i-B5 Plus control makes full 5-axis simultaneous control possible, giving complete contouring capabilities. It features a 400 mm diameter built-in rotary table with a zero-backlash roller gear cam design for superior rigidity and speed.

ANCA Americas in Wixom, MI, a manufacturer of CNC grinding machines, is scheduled to exhibit at Expo Manufactura, a trade show in Monterrey, Mexico, from Feb 7 - 9.

Photochemical etching is a metal processing technology that produces stress-free, flat components by selective etching through a photo-resist mask. It is especially well suited to the manufacturing of precision parts.

Trenton, a manufacturer of machines and tractors used for agricultural applications, has invested in new inspection technologies to improve quality and its processes.

Using scanning sprays can achieve better detection of the workpiece location.

Deep-hole drilling counts among the special disciplines within the field of machining, particularly as these kinds of machining steps usually require special equipment in terms of both tools and machines.

AddMultiTurn – Front turning, back turning, profiling, and face turning with ONE SINGLE TOOL. Tungaloy's 6-corner inserts with the company's ultra-secure Y-PRISM clamping design for high versatility, economy, and productivity. Available in 80° or 35° corner angle.

When battling ID grinding issues, The Grinding Doc explains why a carbide quill isn't always the best fix.

Mazak showcased a new machine type at the PRI Show. During the performance racing industry show held in December in Indianapolis, the company demonstrated the Syncrex 25/7 from its recently released series of Swiss-style machines.

Do you have safety resolutions for the new year? If so, we have some advice for you.

How can you get the most out of an existing press-hardening line? According to AP&T, a company that develops high-performing production solutions for the sheet metal forming industry, when updating a press-hardening line there is significant potential to shorten cycle times and increase production.