Product News

Bio-Circle, a division of Walter Surface Technologies, announced the launch of three new bio-renewable parts cleaning systems to its portfolio of products: CleanBox Compact S, CleanBox Maxi and the CleanBox Mega. These systems bring Bio-Circle’s eco-innovation to larger industrial parts washing processes.

HALTER’s LoadAssistant is a robotic system for loading workpieces into CNC machines. It is a universal for both CNC lathes and machining centers, with a rotating loading system that can handle a large range of workpieces quickly. It assists in increasing production output and improves profit immediately, even when dealing with small batches, according to the company.

MC Machinery Systems says its 3015 SR CO2 laser system combines high-quality cutting, improved productivity and exceptional value. The SR features the fifth generation of the Flying Optic system and construction based on its popular predecessor, the eX-S.

Fullerton Tool Co. offers a new multiple-flute endmill for high-speed machining, the Force. The Force is suitable for cutting steel, stainless steel, high-temperature alloys and titanium. The endmill also includes an advanced FC-20 coating, which allows the Force to machine wet or dry.

Increased temperatures which signal the start of spring are welcomed by workers—but can wreak havoc with sensitive electronics. As ambient temperatures rise, so does the temperature inside of electrical enclosures, causing problems for sensitive components like sensors, solenoids, relays and PLCs . Vortec enclosure coolers keep electrical and electronic enclosures cool, clean and dry, and are a low-cost alternative to expensive high-maintenance air conditioners.

Micro-Vu Corp. introduced a new version of InSpec metrology software for measuring parts for multiple industries. Micro-Vu measuring machines are used for automotive, medical, electronics, aerospace and many other industries.

Eriez introduces a rare earth roll conveyor that allows customers to reliably recover and concentrate stainless steel from one of two material streams: “Zurik” conductive fraction from a fines -1” sensor sorting machine or waste fraction (drops) from a fines -1” eddy current separator.

Mastercam X9 for SOLIDWORKS is a CAM application that is fully integrated into Dassault Systèmes’ SOLIDWORKS. The latest release features Dynamic Motion technology improvements, 3D milling enhancements and multiaxis improvements. And, Mastercam for SOLIDWORKS Lathe, Mill or Multiaxis is included with the purchase of the comparable standalone Mastercam X9 product.

Waldrich Coburg GmbH has launched a new series of bridge-type milling machines, the Taurus 25 and Taurus 30. The market was clearly hungry for an affordable, high-quality Waldrich Coburg machine, within a few months 10 machines were ordered, according to the company.

Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence announced the release of the new Leica Absolute Scanner LAS-20-8, a portable laser scanner for large-volume inspection applications, such as automotive sheet metal, aerospace mold tools and large industrial castings. Design-focused on improved usability, the handheld 3D scanner allows shop floor operators, regardless of experience, to easily and quickly capture complex point-cloud data.

Aerotech’s HexGen hexapods represent a significant advance in six-degree-of-freedom positioning performance. The HEX500-350HL high-load, precision hexapod is ideal for applications in X-ray diffraction, sensor testing and high-force device manipulation.

Parlec Inc. says its new Light series Evolution line angle heads are an ideal solution for small machine tools. The aluminum body design and tapered, conical positioning pin provide uncomplicated spindle installation for ease of use, every time.

Behringer Saws Inc. has introduced a line of automatic vertical plate saws. The LPS series heavy-duty, production plate saws enable fast, accurate, automated cutting of aluminum, low-alloy and high-tensile strength materials. The LPS series saws are rugged, highly efficient and ideal for steel service centers and mold, tool and die making operations, according to the company.

A new 5-flute endmill for machining titanium is available from Advanced Tool Inc. It is for aggressive machining and extends tool life, according to the company.

Master Bond MasterSil 910Med is a one part acetoxy type silicone system that meets USP Class VI specifications for biocompatibility and ISO 10993-5 testing for cytotoxicity. This translucent paste has superior chemical resistance and also withstands many sterilization methods, including liquid sterilants, gamma radiation and EtO.

Weiler Corp. says its cutting and Grinding wheels help welding and fabrication professionals get the most-demanding jobs done right, and done fast. The company's high-quality line helps end users select the best solution for the toughest jobs. Applications include heavy stock removal, beveling, grinding, notching, cutting and edge softening.

The new Mida VOTS wireless, multichannel optical tool setter from Marposs features an innovative modulated transmission technology to ensure high immunity to interference, a large operating range and a wide transmission angle, making it ideal for use on large 3- and 5-axis milling machines and machining centers. It is part of the company’s VOS family of optical probing products.

The 365 variable-helix endmill from Ultra-Tool International Inc. features the SmoothFlute geometry. From roughing to finishing, convention milling to HSM peel milling, the 365 offers increased productivity and tool life, according to the company.

The Hurco VMX42i is equipped with UltiMotion, a patented motion control system invented by Hurco. This technology reduces cycle time up to 30 percent while providing superb surface finish quality, according to the company. UltiMotion uses advanced software algorithms for motion planning instead of conventional hardware, which means it optimizes look-ahead, up to 10,000 blocks.

Darex LLC has recently unveiled the XPS-16+ CNC drill sharpener. This unit can sharpen 2-flute HSS, cobalt, carbide and TiN-coated bits from 3mm to 16mm in diameter.