A new line of polarizing beam splitters and beam combiners for CO<sub>2</sub> lasers from 100W up that are in-stock for immediate delivery to OEMs and end-users are being introduced by Laser Research Optics.
NUM Corp. announces two new brushless servomotor ranges for CNC machinery applications which provide major savings by eliminating the need for a separate encoder cable.
FACC, an Austrian-based Tier 1 aerospace supplier, has acquired a CHARGER small flat tape layer from MAG for layup of primary and secondary structural composite components.
New developments in the 2013 release from Vero Software of the sheet metal CAD/CAM software Radan reportedly provide considerably improved support for multi-tools, meaning they are much easier to use.
IONOGRIND from oelheld U.S. combines advantages of dielectric fluid used for metal removal and good surface quality, along with grinding oil that produces minimal foam or vaporization.
Toolmaker Mitsubishi Materials USA Corp. has launched its "Tool Box" iPad and iPhone application, available for download free from iTunes (search for "Mitsubishi Materials.")
Transor Filter USA's TRANSOR+PLUS expands the high performance capabilities Transor is known for by including a built-in rare earth magnetic separator into its compact design.
Richards Micro-Tool has introduced a new line of 2-flute, 45-degree High Helix carbide end mills for use in non-ferrous precision metalcutting applications.
With the recent addition of the Studer CT internal cylindrical grinding machine series, United Grinding has substantially increased their ID grinding capabilities. In the area of internal grinding of chucking components, the Studer CT550 sets new standards.
HEIDENHAIN's new MSE 1000 modular multiplexor brings revolutionary multi-channel electronics to metrology applications, allowing for the connection of many different sensors and the acquisition of measured values via Ethernet.
An upgraded line of blending, finishing, and polishing wheels that operate at higher RPMs for use in automated and hand finishing operations has been introduced by Rex-Cut Abrasives.
The new Carr Lock System from Carr Lane Mfg. Co. allows accurately locating and clamping at the same time, with just the twist of a hex wrench, for mounting quick-change tooling on a subplate.
CGW-Camel Grinding Wheels expanded its surface conditioning offerings, adding a line of surface preparation aluminum oxide and silicon carbide wheels and discs.