Product News

In order to offer more flexibility to customers, BIG KAISER has moved production of its CAT50 milling adapters to the U.S. The product performance and design will not change, but the move allows for more variation and faster delivery of special lengths for specific applications.

BIG KAISER has two powerful accessories crafted to improve in-process efficiency: ChipFans and T-slot covers. When used together with a machine that delivers on speed and accuracy, these accessories help machines reach maximum levels of productivity—even during downtime.

BIG KAISER has added inch standard sizes for the U.S. market to the production of its BIG-PLUS BBT30 basic arbors (shell mill holders, endmill holders, shrink fit and blanks). The expansion allows for enhancements to the BBT30 program that satisfy demands specific to the North American market.

BIG KAISER has released a new set of insert grades for its indexable tools—C-Cutter Mini, C-Centering Cutter and Fullcut Mill. The new inserts are optimized to extend tool life in stainless steel or aluminum.

BIG KAISER has introduced a new Chip Blower designed to make removing chips and coolant from parts and machine tables fast and easy.

EXAIR’s new 1/2 NPT No Drip Internal Mix Atomizing Spray Nozzles work in the same way the company's standard atomizing nozzles do, but have the added benefit of positively stopping liquid flow when compressed air is shut off. Internal Mix Atomizing Spray Nozzles mix liquid and air inside the nozzle and produce the finest atomization of liquids up to 300 centipoise.

Mitee-Bite Products introduces the TalonGrip long-length serrated grip. The new grips were produced as a “drop fit” into the original 6" TalonGrip jaw set and provide line contact the full length of a workpiece. The standard TalonGrip grips are popular due to being compact (0.750” or 19 mm) long and designed to be placed anywhere in jaw whenever specific tooling clearance is required.

The new GCX Linear builds on the best aspects of ANCAs proven technology to offer a purpose-built solution for manufacturing and sharpening skiving cutters. With a 5-axis CNC grinder powered by LinX linear motor technology on X, Y and Z axes, the GCX Linear also comes with features specially designed for skiving cutters and shaper cutters.

Verti-Lift presents versatile floor level 90 degree tilt tables with removable forks, which are ideal for manufacturing or assembly applications where the process requires work in the horizontal and vertical positions. With the flexibility of removable forks while in the horizontal position, and a range from 0 to 90 degrees, workers are allowed 360 degree access to the product while in the horizontal position, while the vertical position allows access to manufacturing and assembly processes of difficult to reach areas in the vertical position.

Kyocera Precision Tools Inc. has released the AP-style chipbreaker for aluminum applications.

Kyocera Precision Tool Inc. offers the new PF chipbreaker for microboring applications. The PF chipbreaker’s low cutting force design and anti-welding properties provide excellent chip control and surface finish in a variety of applications.

Tungaloy is expanding TurnTen-Feed to include a new insert grade, AH8015, for efficient medium-to-heavy turning of heat-resistant alloys and stainless steel.

Elysium will release software for multiple-CAD to/from QIF for translation and validation between users. The added capability will be part of the new release of ASFALIS software planned for early 2020.

Mencom’s new LP1-E45UM-5 low-profile Panel interface connector has combined two of the most common and versatile components utilized by today’s integrators, machine builders and panel shops. The new innovative design frees up valuable DIN rail space by moving the reliable, robust and cost-effective unmanaged Ethernet switch to the side of the cabinet.

The L.S. Starrett Co. has introduced two new digital Rockwell/superficial Rockwell benchtop hardness testers (Nos. 3823 and 3824) with fully automated load/unload procedures and capable of providing highly accurate readings. The new Starrett models utilize a closed-loop control unit with a load cell, a DC motor and an electronic measurement and control unit instead of traditional dead weights, enabling high accuracy measurements at all test loads up to 0.5%.

Tool-Flo presents FloCut, a multifunctional system for both external and internal applications. Its unique locking system yields increased stability, critical for side turning applications.

Kurt gaging systems can provide 100% production inspection with fast cycle time and are critical to manufacturers of machined components. The gaging system is fully automated and capable of measuring a series of features for two machining operations.

Tungaloy is introducing ReamMeister, an interchangeable head reamer system. ReamMeister is a high precision, interchangeable head reaming system capable of reaming holes in an H7 diameter tolerance range. The ReamMeister tools meet the requirements of high accuracy reaming because the head geometry’s diameter and runout accuracy is strictly controlled when being finished by precise grinding and the taper-and-face contact connection guarantees high concentricity within very close limits.

Carr Lane Manufacturing Co.'s pivoting edge clamp is well suited for holding large castings and other tall workpieces, and converts easily from manual to hydraulic operation, making it versatile and flexible. The pivoting jaw exerts clamping force forward and downward at the same time.

THK America Inc.’s new Roller LM Guide Type HRX is designed to meet the demands of a variety of applications and environments. The Type HRX boasts a duplex face-to-face structure (DF Structure) and a full roller design for resilient performance in even harsh settings. Features include a highly rigid, yet simple structure, caged rollers and an extensive dust-proof option.