Machine Tool Attachments & Accessories

Videos • March 5, 2018

Starting a CNC business

A life-long entrepreneur involved in starting and growing seven different businesses and a successful blog, Bob Warfield of the CNCCookbook devotes the 13th episode of the CNC Chef video series to a question his CNC machining audience often asks: How do you start a new business?

Videos • March 1, 2018

Meet the ultimate manufacturing problem-solver

Traditional metal cutting will always have its place. But to compete in today's market, the ability to perform multiple jobs simultaneously isn't a luxury — it's a necessity.

Videos • March 1, 2018

See how Hurco helps CNC machine shops be more profitable

Watch the video and tour the John Force Racing shop to see how the machinists make parts for this legendary NHRA team using Hurco CNC technology.

Products • February 27, 2018

DBL36 Brushless DC Motor

With the DBL36, Nanotec offers a brushless DC motor that is designed for large quantities. The DBL36 is available in three lengths with a rated power of 7.5 W in size S, 18 W in size M and 33 W in size L.

Products • February 22, 2018

Bearing Wheel Covers

Fixtureworks introduces an extensive lineup of bearing wheel covers from Fairlane Products. These bearing wheel assemblies are in stock and ready to ship to help reduce potential lead times and eliminate sourcing problems and tooling costs.

Products • February 20, 2018

Modular Multipoint Locking Systems

WDS Component Parts Ltd. has added modular multipoint locking systems to its portfolio of products. The simple modular design allows the user to easily customize a locking system for an enclosure to suit individual applications.

Products • February 19, 2018

TA Angle Head

Eliminate secondary operations and increase your machines versatility with a TA Angle Head from OMG. Available in a large variety of profiles and angles, no job is beyond reach.

Products • February 14, 2018

Industrial Wireless Access Points

To secure the sensitive data, Mencom says it offers Industrial Wireless Access Points providing a reliable, robust, rugged, and cost-effective solutions to industrial applications that require a wireless connectivity. They are suitable for a wide array of applications and withstand harsh conditions typically found in the harsh manufacturing environment.

Articles • February 13, 2018 • Knox Machinery Inc.

Maximize preventive maintenance for machine tools

Shutting down a machine tool for just two or three shifts per year for maintenance can make a huge difference in boosting productivity and reducing machine downtime.

Products • February 13, 2018

ATX Series Linear Positioning Stages

Aerotech's ATX series linear positioning stages combine the performance capabilities of a high-precision crossed-roller-bearing positioner with the convenience and simplicity of a ballscrew drive mechanism. Enhanced motion performance and a variety of advanced options and features offer value and make the ATX series a suitable choice for use in high-performance applications.

Products • February 13, 2018

AMO LMF 9310 Multisection Linear Encoder

HEIDENHAIN announces the addition of the AMO LMF 9310 multisection linear encoder to its line of robust linear encoders. This TTL encoder is specifically designed for applications over 10' on manually operated machines and is compatible with HEIDENHAIN's ACU-RITE brand of digital readouts.

News • February 12, 2018 • Greg Bartlett

Time to sell or buy a used CNC?

Some tool builders in the expanding economy are having a hard time obtaining machine components, which is delaying production, said Logan McGhan, technical salesman at KD Capital Equipment LLC, Scottsdale, Ariz., a machinery dealer specializing in used CNC machinery, plastic molding machinery and sheet metal fabrication. He said U.S. manufacturers must meet delivery deadlines in a demanding market. "You could potentially lose a customer," McGhan said, adding he is hearing about wait times of 6 months to a year for certain machinery. This environment may make it a good time for some companies to buy or sell used CNC equipment, even if doing so is new for them.