Product News

Force Control Industries presents its Posidyne X Class clutch brakes, which feature Oil Shear technology that allows rapid and precise stopping, starting, reversing, speed change and positioning – all without adjustment and virtually no maintenance. Suitable for applications with frequent start/stop cycles, these unique motion control devices allow higher cycle rates (as high as 300 cycles per minute), and unparalleled service life (20 to 40 million cycles) to increase production rates with lower downtime.

Long thought of by many as today’s easiest-to-operate CNC for vertical knee mills, HEIDENHAIN’s ACU-RITE-brand MILLPWRG2 control is now also available for bed mills with AC motors.

VOMAT (which stands for Vogtländische Maschinen- und Anlagentechnik) has made a name for itself in the metalworking industry with its individually tailored filtration systems for coolants, along with their stable cooling in the tool grinding industry and other processes. VOMAT’s product portfolio includes modular solutions for individual systems, central systems and customer-specific special systems with central and decentralised functions. VOMAT provides systems for carbide and HSS applications but also for other materials such as cermet, ceramics and diamond.

Tungaloy expands its DeepTriDrill line of indexable gundrills to include new drill diameters ranging from 12.0 mm to 13.5 mm.

Renishaw announces the launch of its latest non-contact tool setting solution. The new NC4+ Blue system joins the many smart factory process control solutions developed by Renishaw, which have been proven to help machine shops across many industries transform their production capabilities.

PFERD INC has introduced the OMNI cut, a versatile new carbide bur for high productivity on steel, cast steel, stainless steel (INOX) and cast iron, as well as nonferrous metals.

SCANLAB GmbH is extending its premium-segment product family with the excelliSCAN 20. This new scan system targets exceptionally demanding applications such as micromachining and additive manufacturing (3D printing). The excelliSCAN family’s well-known advantages – smart servo control technology, a universal tuning and optimized cooling – will be supplemented via the new scanner with its larger 20mm aperture.

The latest version of WORKNC – just released by Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence’s Production Software business – continues its focus on customers’ shop floor productivity by expanding its exclusive Advanced Toolform technology with the introduction of 5-axis machining for any tool shape. WORKNC 2020.0 allows for 5-axis tool shapes such as barrels, ovals, parabolic or any given shape to be calculated over part surfaces, including negative offsets (allowances).

Walter has introduced the D4120, an indexable insert drill, (with up to 5 x Dc) that combines superior performance, enhanced precision and cost-effectiveness due to Walter’s technological advancements.

Titan Tool Supply Inc. announces the introduction of its line of precision diamond and Borazon microfinishing grinding pins. They are designed to meet an increasing demand for small precision ID grinding in industries such as ceramics, electronics, and tool, mold and die making.

A line of laser lenses and mirrors offered in various focal lengths to match specific steel cutting requirements using 200W to 4kW CO2 cutting lasers has been introduced by Laser Research Optics.

Cortec developed EcoAir Tool & Die Rust Preventative to meet the needs of mold, tool and die manufacturers and end users. This effective liquid rust preventative comes in a non-flammable spray can that makes it easier to use than traditional greases and shipping oils employed to protect tooling assets and all tool steels during shipping, storage and transport.

For customers that require increased flexibility or more spindle power, or the increased automation capacity that a robot can provide, the FX7 Linear from ANCA offers these. The FX7 Linear offers a wide range of options for those looking to increase productivity and accuracy. Available as an option is the AR300 robot loader to increase efficiency by automating repetitive manual tasks.

One of the major highlights of the latest release of ALPHACAM, from Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence’s Production Software business, are enhancements to the post-processor engine, delivering what is described as best-in-class, cutting-edge technology.

From 3D simulation software to LaserPlus, an in-process measurement system, to RoboTeach, which makes robotic loaders accessible and easy to program – ANCA has been building a toolbox of technology for our customers to reap the benefits of automation and Industry 4.0.

The latest release of VISI CAD/CAM, from Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence’s Production Software business, improves mold and progressive-die design processes, along with enhancement to the Reverse module, specifically designed for the mold and die market.

Dillon full grip jaws, machined from 6061 extruded aluminum for increased strength, are now available up to 28-inches in diameter. Machining from bar stock eliminates the porosity inherent with large-diameter aluminum castings, providing a stronger and more reliable workholding product.

The FE060-25-EM is the first servo drive of the new FlexPro digital drive family from ADVANCED Motion Controls (AMC). Designed with compact form and power density in mind, the micro-sized FE060-25-EM can outperform larger-sized digital servo drives and still be integrated into tight spaces.

Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division announced the availability of the latest version of the Global S HTA (high throughput and accuracy) solution for the aerospace industry, which brings major enhancements to Hexagon’s high-speed, non-contact compressor blade measurement system. It builds on the performance strength of the GLOBAL S HTA’s predecessor, which delivered a cycle time that was between two and five times faster than traditional tactile measurement.

Harrington Hoists Inc. has introduced its new RY series electric wire rope hoists. Designed for safety, reliability and performance, these ultralow headroom trolley hoists have an H4 duty rating for high demand applications and standard configurations are certified and listed to UL 1340 “Standard for Hoists” and CSA 22.2 No. 33.