A full line of CO<sub>2</sub> laser beam delivery optics for use with popular high and low power lasers that are in-stock for immediate delivery is available from Laser Research Optics.
The Hardinge Grinding Group introduces a new 2-meter capacity, UltraGrind 2000 grinding machine manufactured by Jones & Shipman, a Kellenberger Company, which is a subsidiary of Hardinge Inc.
To meet the growing trend of manufacturers processing 3D components on abrasive waterjet machines, OMAX Corp. developed the latest version of its Intelli-MAX Software Suite.
VAC-U-MAX's Model 1050 has a atmospheric blowback system that allows filter cleaning with power on, large wheels to deliver superior maneuverability, and low noise levels.
Diehl Steel offers processed custom centerless ground and hollowbar steel products in standard and non-standard sizes, finished to customer specified tolerances.
Mahr Federal Inc. has made the process of surface evaluation better, easier and faster with the release of the latest upgrade to its surface metrology software, MarWin Version 5.0.
FAUN, a German manufacturer of waste collection vehicles, has reviewed the production processes at its main plant in Osterholz-Scharmbeck (Lower Saxony) and initiated large-scale optimization measures for true material flow through all body manufacturing stations. While the modernization followed the model of the automotive industry, the big steel constructions required a suitable transport solution, RoundTrack technology from STROTHMANN enabled just such a solution.
Mitsui Seiki USA Inc. has developed a specially-designed, 5-axis CNC vertical machining center for the production of turbine blades from forgings, castings, bar stock, or solid billets of titanium and stainless steel.
GenSwiss announces new MULTIDEC 3000 coolant through tool holders that incorporate an internal coolant jet stream aimed at the 3000 series insert edge providing optimal lubrication and cooling, longer insert life for the full range of front turning, back turning, grooving, and threading operations.
Triumph Aerostructures' Vought Commercial Division has ordered two MAG Precision Mill/Trim (PMT) gantry systems for its Hawthorne, CA plant to keep pace with strong market demand. The two high-speed PMT gantries, inaugurating a new high-performance router platform, will be used to produce aluminum wide-body fuselage skins for next-generation commercial aircraft.
Eriez Hydroflow introduces SumpDoc, a portable inline fluid reclamation machine that provides complete coolant restoration and rejuvenation treatment of the metalworking fluids in the machine tool sump with minimal operator interface.
Due to be made available in September from Vero Software, VISI 20 is a substantial release with many new features in all areas of the product, providing further solutions for mold, tool and die makers.