Products

MultiCam introduces a combination plasma head for its popular 3000 and 6000 series CNC plasma machines that is for production cutting of diverse materials.

ESAB Welding and Cutting Products announces the release of Columbus III version 1.2, a powerful CAD/CAM programming and nesting software optimized for plasma, oxy-fuel, laser and waterjet cutting.

Shimada and Gosiger have collaborated to design a new hybrid CNC multispindle bar machine.

Hexagon Metrology announced the next generation of the ROMER Absolute Arm.

A new bolt seat resurfacing tool that makes sure turbine cover bolts fit properly after repairs, and is suitable for all surfaces subjected to corrosion is being introduced by ESCO Tool.

Cutting tests for WK15CM, the newest WIDIA Victory grade for cast-iron milling, are showing up to 40 percent longer tool life, according to WIDIA.

Besides the basic rpm/sfm, ipm/fpt, Math Conversions and Drill Chart References, the new Android version of the Machinist Journeyman app from Smart Calculations LLC includeds advanced Milling Calculations such as Radial Chip Thinning Factor, Ballnose Effective Diameter and 45 Degree Lead Milling.

FANUC America Corp. offers the arbitrary speed threading option on 0i-TD and 0i Mate-TD CNCs for new turning machines.

Written by James A. Harvey, an experienced machinist and plastic injection moldmaker, this manual will reportedly have users thinking and producing like experienced machinists. The second edition of "Machine Shop Trade Secrets" from Industrial Press Inc. provides practical how-to information that can immediately be put to use to improve machining skills, craftsmanship and productivity.

Published by Industrial Press Inc. and written by Cheryl R. Shrock, AutoCAD Pocket Reference, sixth edition, is a handy reference that provides easy access to all the important fundamental commands, concepts and "how to" information for everyday use of AutoCAD.

BTM Corp., a Michigan-based manufacturer of clinch joining systems, automation components and contract machine work, has reported substantial savings in coolant usage and waste removal costs after switching its aluminum and steel machining operations to run on QualiChem XTREME CUT 251C semi-synthetic metalworking fluid.

ASC Industrial Air Filtration introduces the Mist Containment Station.