Toolholders & Collets

Products • October 7, 2016

LaserPlus Laser Measuring System

A new laser measuring system provides repeatable measurement to 0.0001" and automatic machine compensation while reducing scrap during production of precision cutting tools. The ANCA LaserPlus is said to assure tight tolerances and grinding process stability.

Products • August 25, 2016

Leonardo Electric Spindle

The Leonardo electric spindle from Koma Precision is the latest innovation from Alberti featuring automatic tool change and speeds up to 60,000 rpm. This system is comprised of a main tool body with indexing pin, a stop block with cable and a controller unit.

Products • July 28, 2016

Microfinish Attachments

In virtually all technical fields, the requirements placed on the quality of individual components are increasing. As a result of this, surface-improving and geometry-improving superfinishing techniques are becoming more important. Today, even smaller suppliers must be capable of working to the finest tolerances in dimensional accuracy. The German machine manufacturer Thielenhaus Microfinish presents a range of attachments for base machines for these applications and for small batch sizes.

Products • July 27, 2016

DockLock System

Small to large part workholding setups reportedly align and lock into position fast and accurately using Kurt's DockLock system. The DockLock system is a fast, accurate and repeatable technology for making setup changes on all types of horizontal and vertical machining centers.

Products • July 7, 2016

Model 904 Micromachine

Based on the MD90 series, the Cameron Model 904 is specifically designed to turn any standard mill that accepts ¾" tooling into a high-precision micromachining center.

Products • May 13, 2016

centroteX System

The centroteX System from HAINBUCH America offers significant advantages to manufacturers processing multiple parts of varying sizes requiring various clamping methods.

Products • March 29, 2016

Light Series Evolution Line Angle Heads

Parlec Inc. says its new Light series Evolution line angle heads are an ideal solution for small machine tools. The aluminum body design and tapered, conical positioning pin provide uncomplicated spindle installation for ease of use, every time.

Products • March 22, 2016

ReamTec EasyZERO Runout Compensation Nuts

ReamTec easyZERO runout compensation nuts quickly correct runout errors and misalignment for all round tools using ER collets. Easy-to-use, innovative replacement nuts feature six adjustment screws that allow for up to 0.011" runout to be dialed in easily, allowing for more accurate machining, tighter tolerances and better surface finishes—especially on difficult parts.

Products • March 9, 2016

FPC Mill/Drill Chucks

Emuge Corp., in partnership with Albrecht Precision Chucks, has introduced Emuge FPC mill/drill chucks that reportedly provide unprecedented rigidity, vibration damping, concentricity, machining speed and tool life versus conventional chuck technologies for milling and drilling applications.

Products • March 7, 2016

Base Mount Tooling

Heimatec announces immediate availability of BMT (Base Mount Tooling) standard products. In addition to standard X- and Z-axis tools, styles such as adjustable tools, speed increasers and internal coolant tools with capabilities to 140 bar (2,000 psi) are available in an assortment of standard BMT tooling types, including BMT 45, 55, 65 and 75.

Products • February 26, 2016

Hyper Spindles

NT Tool's Hyper Spindles use a 1:5 ratio internal gear system to multiply the RPM of existing machines up to 5 times at the cutting edge, with a maximum of 30,000 min-1, according to a recent announcement from the Franklin, Tenn., company.

Products • February 3, 2016

Softsynchro 0 & Softsynchro 4 tap holder sizes

Emuge Corp., West Boylston, Mass., a manufacturer of taps, thread mills, toolholders, clamping devices and other rotary cutting tools, today announced the expansion of its patented Softsynchro® tap holder line, adding two new holder sizes. Constructed from precision-ground body and shank sections, Softsynchro's patented design is said to significantly increase tool life and performance.