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As California-based metal additive manufacturing (AM) leader Velo3D continues on its accelerated growth path, the company has appointed Jon Porter to head its commercial operations in Europe. Based in the U.K., Porter will oversee Velo3D's ongoing expansion efforts into this key strategic region.

Weighing 14,550 pounds (lbs), the MH 320A packs powerful features in a small package, maximizing productivity and utilizing every inch of floor space. The work envelope measures 16.9"/430 mm in diameter by 18.7"/457 mm in height, and can handle workloads of up to 551 lbs/250 kilograms. This extensive work area enables users to process a diverse range of parts.

The APC measures just 82.68" by 82.68"/2,100 millimeters (mm) by 2,100 mm. The compact APC gives the MB 650U AMP the ability to complete multiple workpieces without the need for additional automation. The work envelope spans 19.7"/500 mm in diameter and 19.7 "/500 mm in height, with a weight of 425 pounds/192 kilograms, allowing users to handle workpieces of various sizes and weights with ease. The confluence of the APC and the 48-tool automatic tool changer (ATC) reduces setup and changeover times.n

The M18 FUEL™ 4-1/2" / 5" Grinders will be available May 2021, followed by the M18 FUEL™ 4-1/2" / 5" Braking Grinders w/ ONE-KEY™ available Summer 2021. The new braking grinders will deliver all the same performance upgrades as the 4-1/2" / 5" Grinders with an added RAPIDSTOP™ Brake to enhance safety. n

In terms of speed, all machines now accelerate at 1,900 mm/s2, representing an increase of 15% for the two smaller models and 20% for the largest model. Velocity is up by 38% across the product range to 720 mm/s. As regards accuracy, maximum permissible measuring error on all machines is now 1.7+L/333 µm when measurements are taken of a feature L millimeters in length between 18°C and 22°C, irrespective of whether a TP200, SP25, TP20 or PH20 probe is used. This performance represents length measurement accuracy improvements of 22%, 22%, 32% and 43% for the four respective probes, while maximum permissible probing error is also better and so also is repeatability of measurements by 15% when using a PH20.

The VGP20 provides unlimited cup and airflow customization and multichannel functionality, allowing it to be deployed on multiple items of different shapes and sizes. Additionally, the VGP20 gripper's built-in intelligence, combined with its easy-to-use software, provides precise air flow control functionality that is beyond the capabilities of traditional pneumatic grippers. This functionality allows users to vary the type of grip used in different applications, such as the soft grip used to handle delicate items to the hard grip required for handling bulky, heavy cardboard boxes with porous surfaces.

Being run over by a car is not a near-death experience for a diabolical ironclad beetle. How it survives could inspire the development of materials with the same herculean toughness.n

Good or bad, up or down, expansion or contraction — CTE reports the numbers that serve as manufacturing's economic indicators.

Greenleaf and Ohio Crankshaft join forces to enhance throughput when milling locomotive crankshafts

Machining stainless steel for aerospace applications requires cutting tools that are tough, polished and sharp.

When producing large holes in aircraft structures made of stacked materials, modular drill heads make a valuable difference

Rotary broaching is a timesaving way to cut internal and external part shapes.