Machine Tool Attachments & Accessories

Products • July 29, 2019

Heavy-Duty Multipole Rectangular Connectors

Mencom offers a broad range of heavy-duty multipole rectangular connectors for industrial applications. The new MKAX-IF bulkhead mounting base designed for ease of installation with the convenient round (M32) mounting thread is the latest addition to the cost-effective, space-saving, size 21.21 metal housings from ILME.

Articles • July 18, 2019

Part manufacturer seeks to oust weak machining link

Rotary broach that lasts for 1,000 parts helps company enable lights-out machining.

News • July 17, 2019 • TJ Terrell

Optimized control panel construction for machine tool builders

Panel building on machine tools is no longer as simple as wiring a few components and calling it a day. Now, there are more deadlines, cost pressures, standards, new directives, plus an increasing pressure to innovate. Besides commonly encountered problems related to time, cost, compliance and quality, there is also an increased degree of automation in the pre-fabrication of cables and the automated production of sheet metal parts.

Products • July 17, 2019

Microset UNO Autofocus Tool Presetter

The HAIMER Microset UNO Autofocus tool presetter automatically focuses on the cutting edge so it can be measured quickly by the operator. This machine will minimize incorrect data inputs, since it locates the edge with one simple touch.

Products • July 16, 2019

30-hp Belle Single-Phase Motor

Single Phase Power Solutions introduces the 30-hp Belle Single-Phase Motor, which uses Written-Pole technology to deliver clean 230V or 460V 3-phase output from readily-available single-phase utility services. The utility-friendly starting and operating characteristics provided through the use of Written-Pole technology minimize voltage sags and flicker on long single-phase distribution lines.

Articles • July 11, 2019 • William Leventon

Spindle sensor enhances safety

B-Safe from Balance Systems detects collisions during machining, preventing damage to parts and machine.

Products • July 10, 2019

CytroBox Hydraulic Power Unit

Connecting machines and facilities with IT systems opens up enormous potential for more economical and intuitive processes. This is exactly where Bosch Rexroth's new CytroBox hydraulic power unit comes in. With its intelligent, energy-efficient modular design, CytroBox provides a new solution for the medium performance range up to 30 kW.

Products • July 10, 2019

V-610 Rotation Stage

PI expands its PIMag series of high dynamics linear and rotary positioning systems with a new high-performance rotation stage. The V-610 is equipped with a high-force 3-phase torque motor direct incremental encoder for position feedback and closed-loop operation.

Products • July 2, 2019

eXtended Transport System

The eXtended Transport System (XTS) from Beckhoff Automation is now available in the U.S. The EtherCAT-enabled XTS offers paradigm-shifting capabilities for motion control and mechatronics by combining the advantages of proven rotary and linear drive principles into a new modular platform. With its compact and flexible design, the advanced mechatronic system can reduce machine footprint up to 50%.

Products • July 2, 2019

GN 936 Slam Latches Zinc Die-Cast

JW Winco Inc. offers GN 936 slam latches zinc die-cast, with and without lock. The design of the GN 936 slam latches enable doors and closures to close effortlessly.

Products • July 1, 2019

Dual Absolute Encoder Versions

Electromate introduces Dual Absolute encoder versions of the FHA-C mini actuator, which feature BiSS-C bi-directional communication for both encoders. The dual encoders are incorporated in essentially the same package size as the long-standing FHA-C mini single incremental encoder version. Without increasing the size, the dual absolute encoder offers single turn absolute position at the output, without the need for battery back-up.

Products • June 27, 2019

XY Ultrasonic Motor Stage

Precision motion specialist PI (Physik Instrumente) adds a new integrated XY stage to its compact high-speed positioning stage roster, all powered by ultrasonic piezo-linear motors. The patented motors provide smooth motion, high resolution and rapid step and settle response while the self-clamping drive principle locks the platform in place without power, an advantage in applications where position stability and low power consumption matter.