Machine Tools – Non-Traditional

Cincinnati Inc. expands its laser cutting product line with introduction of the CL-900 series fiber laser cutting systems.

Two specific concerns with plasma holes are the taper and the ding or divot that is present on the interior of the hole. Both of these cut quality issues prevent a bolt from being able to pass through the hole; therefore, operators typically would have to perform secondary operations in order to improve the roundness of the hole to the point where a bolt would cleanly fit.

Coherent Inc. has expanded their meterless laser measurement concept with a new range of energy sensors in which all meter electronics are miniaturized and integrated within the sensor head cable.

Pinpoint Laser Systems is introducing new and improved version of our 4-Axis Precision Mount for the Laser Microgage line.

Designed with the water jet contractor in mind, Jet Edge's High Flow Abrasivejet delivers up to 3.5 pounds per minute (5.95 L/min) of abrasive and up to 8.6 gallons per minute (31.15 L/min) of ultra-high pressure water for abrasive water jet cutting applications.

A new series of aftermarket OEM-quality cavity and beam delivery mirrors for Trumpf lasers that are available from stock with 24-hour delivery is being introduced by Laser Research Optics.

Mitsubishi Laser introduced a higher wattage 4.5kW resonator for all 2D lasers, replacing the formerly standard 4.0kW resonator.

Pinpoint Laser Systems has developed a new roll alignment kit.

Hypertherm announced the release of a new fiber laser cutting system that includes all components in one complete package.

Joining Technologies Inc., which makes industrial laser applications, has introduced its latest innovation—the Infinite Web™ 355 laser cutting and welding system for splicing iron and nickel-based strip alloys. The unique all-in-one design incorporates laser welding and cutting with a single head.

Schreiner ProTech North America Inc. recently announced that its Color Laser Film for generating self-adhesive labels, signs and plates on Nd:YAG laser systems features emission-free engraving, high durability and reliable counterfeit protection.

Renishaw Inc. expands its family of non-contact tool setting systems for CNC machine tools with its tough NC4 laser tool setter.