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F. Zimmermann GmbH has brought its first horizontal machining center onto the market. The new model range is particularly useful for efficient machining of standard components for the aircraft industry. It has two special patented features, applying to pallet handling and the travelling column.

The NEMI Tool Setter from Northern Engineering & Manufacturing Inc. enables off-line tool measurement, according to the website for the Zimmerman, Minn.-based company. The tool setter reportedly allows users to measure tools in seconds and be ready for the next job while the machine is still in production.

Designed for high-precision milling of the same part, Kent USA CNC knee mills are reportedly built to last on heavy-duty, solid foundations. The knee mills come standard with Acu-Rite MillPwr G2. This CNC can be used as a full function DRO, an intelligent power feed or a programmable CNC. This versatile system allows the operator to switch from full automatic mode to manual mode in just seconds.

The new VERO-S WDB clamping technology modular system transfers the efficiency levels of the SCHUNK VERO-S quick-change pallet system specifically to machine directly clamped workpieces. By using clamping pillars with a modular structure, freely molded parts and other workpieces can be clamped directly on the machine table, without the need of additional equipment.

HEIDENHAIN announced the latest software version of QUADRA-CHEK Wedge, which enables users to quickly and efficiently export data into an Excel format from their HEIDENHAIN QUADRA-CHEK evaluation electronics. QUADRA-CHEK users with video inspection, microscope applications, optical comparator inspection or CMM applications will find this update useful.

Carbide-Roll burnishing tools by Elliott Tool Technology produce a mirror-like surface finish while eliminating secondary operations, machining setups, and operator labor and cost. These cost-effective, easy-to-use carbide rolls from Monaghan Tooling Group improve surface irregularities and tool marks, producing optimum surface finishes of 4-20 microinch (0.1 to 0.5 µm).

During machining, high speed is often associated with heat generation. But with the Alberti air-driven turboflex spindles from Koma Precision Inc. it's possible to reach 60,000 rpm without overheating the tool, according to the company. n

Dapra Corp.'s New EDGE2 double-sided DTB cutters and inserts feature twice the number of usable edges as single-sided button inserts for superior metal removal and value. These thick carbide inserts provide better heat and stress absorption, resulting in longer service life and increased strength, according to the company.

RobbJack says its A1-303 series allows you to machine deeper parts, slots and walls in one pass, with minimal chatter and vibration. The A1-303 tool's chatter-reduction geometry is ideal for high-speed machining of aluminum and other nonferrous materials.

The RobbJack says its DM/MDM series with new carbide and coating combination, eliminates or reduces the need for polishing, reduces wear by 909 percent, holds tighter tolerances and lasts 450 percent longer than comparable carbides and coatings designed for hard metal applications.

RobbJack's FM series with chatter-reduction geometry, tackles deep pockets, thin walls and other severe aluminum applications. These high-performance tools reduce or eliminate chatter and ledging, and in many cases, eliminate the need for secondary finishing operations.

VITRA represents the latest generation of vitrified-bonded Hermes precision grinding tools. This newest achievement of the Hermes research laboratories is based on an advanced high-performance, low-fired bond and an optimized microstructure.