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Product Category
Machine Tools – Metalcutting
U-tec Flexible Changing System
The u-tec patented changing system allows a standard ER output live tool to accept various adapters for different applications. This allows users the ability to have quick changeover of tools on almost any lathe or mill, using a single tool, without having to commit to a quick-change system on the initial purchase. A facemill adapter, for example, can be quickly positioned into the standard holder, without the need for a new tool purchase. This significantly reduces inventory costs as well as changeover time for the busy shop.
Speed drill
Palmgren adds precision, power and versatility to its 25" Power Feed Gear Head Drill Press.
MaxiMill 491
The MaxiMill 491 system provides exceptional ease of use, allowing users to quickly exchange inserts while the tool remains in the machine. This capability significantly reduces machine downtime while the precision-ground inserts deliver stable and smooth cutting thanks to CERATIZIT's state-of-the-art Dragonskin coating technology. Plus, the Dragonskin coating gives the inserts added strength for even the most demanding of machining conditions
Portable smart drill
Z-Mag DTM takes electromagnetic and CNC holemaking technology off-site.n
J12/J/16 Jig Borer
The machines' strong and durable structures provide table lateral movement accuracy of 2.5 µm or better. The Z-axis guide system is restrained on four sides to maximize rigidity and reliability, and dual ball screws ensure stable feed motion. For precision holemaking applications, XY interpolation enables the J12/J16 machines to carry out high-precision contouring by utilizing an end mill instead of a boring tool, eliminating the need to manually adjust a boring tool to accurately finish the hole diameter avoiding bottlenecks. Pitch accuracy is within 5 µm even for large-pitch holes.
Radial Arm Drill Presses
The #9680342 Radial Drill Press from Palmgren is the ideal choice for odd-shaped work pieces. The presses come with Palmgren's three-year warranty.
3859 Easy-Cut Xtreme Trimetal Bandsaw Blade
The 3859 Easy-Cut Xtreme Trimetal Bandsaw Blade cuts "easy to cut" materials and difficult materials with the same blade; there is no need to change blades. This saves time and money by reducing blade inventory, operator labor and machine downtime. The 3859 also boasts a much longer blade life than bimetal blades. Its enhanced durability also means the blade can cut faster when needed.
Explorer CNC Milling Machine
This small machine weighs 42 pounds and ships in a Pelican case for ease of storage, transportation and portability. It can run off a regular electrical plug, battery or generator — for use at home, in the office, in the classroom, garage or workshop and even on the road (or camping on a mountaintop).
Evaluating options for automation
As more options come onto the market, choosing what is right for a specific business becomes more challenging.
10″ Vertical Metal-Cutting Band Saw
Standard features on the #9683128 10" Vertical Metal-Cutting Band Saw from Palmgren include: 3-speed belt driven system, machined cast iron table with miter gauge slot, balanced cast blade wheels and a rip fence assembly and miter gauge.
IMTS 2022 Booth Visit with SW North America
Kirk Stewart, the chief strategy officer and general manager of sales for SW North America Inc., provides a brief demo of the company's W08-12 machine featuring linear motors, two worktables and a position tolerance of 0.006 mm.