Product News

BOLD Laser Automation Inc. announces the introduction of its precision Whisker Series Micro-wire Handling Components for guiding wire sizes from 35 (0.0056” in diameter) to 50 (0.001” in diameter) gauge.

Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division launched a new laser tracker line, the Leica Absolute Tracker ATS600. This new product introduces a new concept in metrology-grade laser trackers, with targetless 3D scanning possible for the first time directly from the laser tracker. The ATS600 can scan a surface with metrological accuracy from a distance of up to 40 meters with no need for targets, sprays, reflectors or probes.

Marposs offers the Grindline laser measuring system for on-line gauging of parts produced by centerless grinding machines such as pins, shock rods, steering racks or other parts needing a single- or multiple-diameter check. These systems prevent machining of out-of-tolerance pieces to reduce scrap, save time and help companies achieve zero-defect production.

Wintriss Controls Group has announced ShopFloorConnect 6.0 OEE and Shop Floor Data Collection Software. ShopFloorConnect gathers production data from every machine in the factory, displays the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in real-time and produces detailed analytics, including comprehensive OEE reports in a variety of formats. The software can significantly increase manufacturing capacity and profitability by identifying and quantifying excessive production losses and bottlenecks.

Dialight announced the launch of two new snap-in panel mount indicators for application in mounting holes over one-half inch. The new 653 and 654 Series, for 0.57” (14.7mm) and 0.657” (16.7mm) mounting holes, are our first snap-in panel mount LED indicators for mounting holes exceeding one-half inch, filling a gap in the industry for applications in process machinery, warning light panels and other indoor and enclosed applications. Both products are available in red, green, yellow and blue.

SprutCAM America has announced the release of SprutCAM 12, the company’s latest CAM software.

To greatly simplify the implementation of liquid cooling with torque motors and ease the mounting into direct-drive machine applications, ETEL announces that its TMB+ torque motor can now be ordered with a closed cooling jacket pre-built around it.

Nord Modules announced its entry into the U.S. market with a new series of flexible material-moving modules that efficiently connect production lines and internal logistics using autonomous mobile robots (AMR). The safe, ready-to-use and industrial-quality modules enhance automated heavy-payload transportation between production lines and storage systems and increase the flexibility of production lines by enabling companies to easily use the same AMR for multiple tasks.

FlexCNC introduces G-Series vertical machining centers for facemilling, helical milling, rough milling and drilling of large or long parts in a single setup. The standard edition Model 20-06 SE boasts a 20-foot by 6-foot bed to machine parts up to 20-feet in length.

Thread milling is a versatile, cost-effective process for cutting a variety of threads, parts and workpiece materials on the same machine. This process produces an internal or an external thread by doing a helical interpolation on a CNC machine, which can make helical paths.

LMT Onsrud LP is launching a new endmill series designed to meet the toughest challenges of machining Inconel and other nickel-based materials. Configured in 7-, 9- or 11-flute options, the HXR series endmill line delivers fast material-removal rates and has been developed for low radial and higher axial engagement for high-efficiency machining (HEM).

PI adds to its family of precision automation subsystems with the A-351 MGS, a compact mechanical gantry system engineered to deliver maximum throughput for applications that require controlled precise overhead motion. The gantry is driven by linear motors and each axis is equipped with preloaded linear bearings.

CGTech offers its latest versions of VERICUT and composites programming (VCP) and simulation software. The aerospace industry continues to push for lighter, faster and more cost-effective parts. To support these goals, VCP now puts more power into user’s hands.

OSG USA Inc. announces the addition of SOMTA brand cutting tools to the OSG product line up. SOMTA brand cutting tools offer value performance solutions for threading, drilling and milling, at economical pricing.

LMT Onsrud LP is launching a new endmill series designed to meet the toughest challenges of machining Inconel and other nickel-based materials. The new MXR series has been engineered for heavy profiling allowing for 15 percent radial engagement during machining.

MP Systems has launched a new coolant filtration system designed to prevent chips from accumulating inside a CNC machine tool’s coolant tank and causing coolant starvation of the machine tool’s flood pump and the high pressure coolant pump.

Walter has added indexable inserts to the range of products available via the Walter Xpress fast delivery service. Previously the special custom solutions available with Walter Xpress had been limited to round tools and tools that hold indexable inserts.

Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division launched PC-DMIS 2019 R1, the latest edition of the popular measurement software. This is the first of two major releases scheduled for 2019, with continued service pack updates to ensure maximum reliability of the platform.

HEULE's BSF tool is for automated high-volume back spot facing applications. The BSF tool, suitable for counterbores up to 2.3 times diameter and ranging in size from 6.5mm to 20.5mm (0.256” to 0.807”), is sold standard-stock, shipped the next day from the Cincinnati warehouse.

Recently acquired by Mitsubishi Electric Corp., ASTES4, a company based in Switzerland, specializes in the development of automated sorting solutions for sheet metal laser processing machines. ASTES4 has developed LASORTING – the first fully integrated system for the cutting, sorting and storage of sheet metal to streamline processes, speed up production and reduce labor costs.