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XTi Profiler
MAG's new XTi "super profiler" takes aerospace machining to a reportedly record altitude, demonstrating a 90-cubic-inch-per-minute metal removal rate (MRR) in titanium prior to shipment to Aerospace Dynamics International, Inc. (ADI), Valencia, California.
ThermoGrip Shrink-Fit Machines
Bilz Tool Co. Inc. has developed a new generation of ThermoGrip shrink fit machines.
Thread Whirling Inserts
Utilizing simultaneous rotational and longitudinal movements, Carmex Whirling Inserts and holders deliver high production in high-precision parts such as dental implants and bone screws, as well as small automotive and semi-conductor components, and other parts made on Swiss-type machines.
Performance Biolubes
Castrol Industrial North America Inc. announced the launch of the Performance Biolubes product line.
GS 42MS, GS 51MS, GS 150MS and GS 200MS Turning Centers
Hardinge Inc. announces the release of four new turning centers: GS 42MS, GS 51MS, GS 150MS and GS 200MS.
Rectangular Vacuum Cups
A line of rectangular vacuum suction cups for handling long, narrow, heavy loads that cannot be lifted using conventional cups with inadequate contact surfaces is available from Anver Corp.
Linear Bearing Slide Load Carrier
To enhance the load carrying efficiency of Uhing traverse drives and to prevent them from slipping, Amacoil has announced the availability of a linear bearing slide load carrier.
Cam Action Indexing Plungers
J.W. Winco, Inc. announced it now offers GN 612.8 Cam Action Indexing Plungers in metric sizes.
Titex X-treme Inox Drills
Walter USA LLC has introduced the Walter Titex X-treme Inox, a high performance solid carbide drill with internal coolant and special coating, designed to tackle stainless steel and other high-alloy ISO M materials.
Rigid Kut Ceramics Discs
Utilizing newly engineered ceramic grain, high-performance Rigid Kut quick-change discs from Superior Abrasives are designed for demanding burrs, heavy stock removal, and weld grinding.
Kushion Kut Discs
Utilizing a newly engineered flexible backing, highly flexible Kushion Kut quick-change discs from Superior Abrasives are for contour sanding.
Chuck Stop
The Royal Products Chuck Stop provides a simple method for locating short parts in a 3-jaw lathe chuck.
