Machine Tool Attachments & Accessories

Gilman Precision unveils the new InTronix Spindle, the newest and most versatile addition to the company's product line to date. The InTronix combines the affordability of a belt-driven spindle with the compact size of a motorized spindle without compromising precision, according to the company.

Four major players involved in industrial automation are collaborating on the development of a platform that connects CNC machines, robots, peripheral devices and sensors. The purpose of the system is to deliver analytics that optimize manufacturing production.

It's not the most glamorous piece of equipment by any means, but the ball bar is a diagnostic tool used, in some form, to benchmark the performance of virtually every machine tool sold, according to Harold Schoch, vice president of technology and sales for Konecranes, Erlanger, Ky.

CNC lathes have evolved greatly over the past few decades. What were once simple 2-axis turning machines have become a bewildering array of extremely capable metalcutting equipment, most of which offer two spindles, multiple turrets, robust milling capabilities and can complete many parts in a single setup. In other words, they have become multitask machines.

Mencom announces new front locking nut technology for its M12 connectors. These front mount receptacles with front lock nut are for thread mount applications that need specific keyway orientations due to the space constraint or any other unexpected engineering situations. Mencom's new front lock nut receptacles allow the keyway to be freely rotated to any orientation required by simply adjusting the connector and the front lock nut.

Hardinge announces the introduction of a hydraulically operated steady rest for its Conquest H51 CNC Turning Center. This new attachment is the Forkardt SRFN1 compact steady rest and is the ideal tool to support long workpieces without distorting or deflecting the part.

The Albeo AHH1-Series from Current, powered by GE, is a Class I, Division 2, Groups A,B,C, and D rated fixture for hazardous locations with high ambient temperatures and wet applications. Utilizing a sealed, IP66-rated form factor, the Albeo AHH1-Series offers customers a rugged design with exceptional performance and high reliability.

Schaffner introduces its transformer rewind service, which is typically faster and more economical than purchasing a new transformer. Whether performed on-site or in-factory, Schaffner rewinds are often a desirable solution for tight budgets, tight schedules and tight spaces.

J.W. Winco Inc. offers GN 421.10 technopolymer plastic hollow knurled knobs with stainless steel nonmarring tipped threaded studs, with brass or plastic tip, in metric sizes.

The TID System is an innovative tool identification system from Elbo Controlli that empowers workshops with an easy, affordable solution for tool data management. The TID system is a tool identification system that establishes an interface between the Elbo Controlli tool presetter and the machine tool NC.

Hypertherm is introducing a new Centricut brand air curtain for underwater cutting with ESAB plasma systems. The air curtain is designed for use with the Centricut brand quick change torch for ESAB PT-36, PT-600, and PT-19XLS torches.

It's fitting that "Technology" is part of Indiana Technology and Manufacturing Cos.'s name. In addition to providing a full slate of machining and assembly services, ITAMCO created what it says is the first industrial Bluetooth transmitter (called iBlue) and continues to develop a broad range of manufacturing apps for mobile devices and Google Glass. What's more, ITAMCO has produced a virtual manufacturing showroom and developed a manufacturing forklift simulator that allows users to interact with factory equipment using the MTConnect protocol, Autodesk Factory Suite, Unity 3D game development platform, Oculus Rift virtual-reality headset and Leap motion controller.