Product News

Walter has added to its range of solid-carbide milling cutters with the introduction of its MC232 Perform product line. This versatile, cost-effective new cutter type is available with 2, 3 or 4 flutes, in a diameter range of 1/8 in. to 5/8 in. (2 to 20 mm).

Balance Systems' Top Gauge Absolute (TGA) helps to improve precision and efficiency in manufacturing processes through an accurate measuring of workpiece diameter.

Automated Precision Inc. has introduced the OT2 Core wireless laser tracker that utilizes wireless and controller-free laser tracker technology.

Allied Machine & Engineering announces its new GEN3SYS XT Pro line of high-penetration drilling products. The product line features enhanced holders and inserts with three unique geometries, and two advanced coatings.

Tool identification using Balluff industrial RFID increases production efficiency, as it makes incorrect tool allocation or missing tools a thing of the past. This enables optimizing the service time utilization of the tools.

Klüber Lubrication has introduced Klüberoil SUL 1 US series oils, a synthetic refrigeration compressor oil designed for requirements of closed-loop ammonia refrigeration systems.

Klüber Lubrication has introduced Klüberpaste ME 31-52, a white/beige lubricating paste based on mineral oil, calcium complex soap and inorganic solid lubricants. Besides its application as a universal assembly paste, the paste offers benefits in friction points with small to minimum motion under high static and dynamic loads.

Laser Institute of America (LIA), the professional society for laser applications and safety, announces its release of the LIA Guide to High Power Laser Cutting. In the guide, students, engineers and scientists alike will gain a more in-depth understanding of the science behind laser cutting. Written by a team of specialists led by industry experts Dr. John Powell and Dr. Dirk Petring, this 136-page guide is a comprehensive resource that touches on all features of laser cutting machines and materials.

SPRING Technologies announces the latest version of its flagship NCSIMUL SOLUTIONS. The new version sets a benchmark for comprehensive control of the machining process, allying ease of use, flexibility and automation to build the Factory of the Future, according to the company.

Leybold GmbH, a German company of the Atlas Copco Group and vacuum pump manufacturer, is testing the diverse application possibilities of augmented reality (AR). While executing tasks, service technicians obtain useful additional information and graphical documentation, partly in 3D. Leybold plans to extend the scalable AR apps to other product areas, such as training, repair and maintenance purposes.

With the latest version of QualityXpert, InspectionXpert Corp. and K2D-KeyToData GmbH offer the "next generation of quality-management software."

Walter Surface Technologies announces the launch of E-Weld Plasma, a ceramic, water-based, anti-spatter solution that is applied to laser and plasma cutting tables to reduce slag build-up. E-Weld Plasma offers a simple, yet efficient means of providing long-lasting protection, even under extreme heat, by inhibiting the adherence of slag.

Harrington Hoists Inc. introduces its new EQ three-phase and SEQ single-phase electric chain hoists. Both the EQ and SEQ series hoists are dual-speed via variable frequency drive (VFD) and include a unique no-load, high-speed function that automatically increases hoist speed up to 130 percent when the load is less than 30 percent of working load limit.

Heidenhain offers the PNC 610 control system for auxiliary axes for modular expansion of the TNC hardware. The independently working PNC 610 enables machine tool builders to realize modular and scalable automation solutions for handling workpieces and tools in order to respond to the end users’ respective requirements in an optimal manner.

With the TENDO E compact, SCHUNK says it has started a new era in tool clamping with this universal toolholder that is suitable for applications such as milling, drilling, and reaming. SCHUNK now offers new extended lengths in CAT 40 (4“) and CAT 50 (6“). Both are great for long-reach applications and in multiple-axis machines.

Manufacturers evaluating taking black-oxide finishing in-house now have a low-cost and safe-entry option with the Birchwood Technologies BC40 Presto Black finishing system. The seven-tank process line, with 20-minute room-temperature blackening capabilities, comes complete with tank system, heaters, plumbing connections and tank lids.

Makino introduces SGI.5, its latest version of Super Geometric Intelligence software for high-feed rate, tight-tolerance machining of complex 3D contoured shapes. Depending upon the specific geometry of the application, SGI.5 can provide 20 to 60 percent faster cycle times while maintaining accuracy and surface finishes.

SMAC Moving Coil Actuators introduces the LCA6. At 6mm wide, SMAC Moving Coil Actuators claims that the LCA6 is the thinnest linear moving coil in the world.

FreePoint Technologies Inc. says its Xi is designed to make connectivity and information collection easy. Connectivity is available through optional Wi-Fi, multiple USBs, ethernet and cellular.

A pneumatic saw and clamp system that eliminates torch cutting and lets users produce clean accurate cuts on thick steel plate fast with no heat affect zone (HAZ) is available from ESCO Tool. ESCO’s APS-438 air-powered saw and Quick-Clamp sets up fast using a 2”-wide steel track and has two wedge-style clamps that attach to steel plate up to 15’ wide by 3.5” thick and accepts the saw.