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Okuma
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Tapping
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Insert Geometry
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Boring
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Cutting Forces
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Workholding
Workholding strategy, zero-point clamping, fixturing, and setup efficiency.
Threading
Threading calculators, tapping guidance, thread milling, and related tooling.
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Glossary
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Machining Fundamentals & Tooling References
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Process Spotlights & Manufacturing Systems
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Integrex i-200ST
The Mazak INTEGREX i-200ST Multi-Tasking machine efficiently processes mid-size complex components.
MTX micro Trainer
he IndraMotion MTX micro Trainer from Bosch Rexroth gives machine operators the ability to simulate, develop, test and transfer CNC programs from a personal computer without disrupting production.
ST-40 Steady Rest
The most recent addition to Kitagawa-NorthTech Inc.'s family of solutions is a custom designed steady rest for the Haas ST-40 high performance turning centers.
LC 115 and LC 415 Linear Encoders
The new absolute LC 115 and LC 415 sealed linear encoders from HEIDENHAIN are now available for use on machines with measuring lengths up to 4240mm.
Metrology Digital Readouts
HEIDENHAIN's line of metrology digital readouts (DROs) has now received an upgrade. New LED screens are now being released on QUADRA-CHEKs (models ND 1100 and ND 1200) and the GAGE-CHEK model ND 2100, previously all with LCD screens.
Collets and Feed Fingers
Hardinge Inc. supports European-style, multi-spindle machine owners in North America.
Quadrok Vise
Whether actuated manually or hydraulically the QUADROK clamping system from Hainbuch America Corp. provides all possible clamping features.
ECM/PECM
EMAG L.L.C. announces the introduction of its ECM and PECM machines to the North American market.
CRII Coping Robot
Daito U.S.A. Inc.'s new CRII Versatile Coping Robot offers coping, piece mark, scribing and cutting capabilities all from one machine.
QP1620-L VMC
Chevalier Machinery Inc.'s QP1620-L VMC has a table load of 550 lbs., and the table measures 27.6"x12.6".
Mikron HPM 450U
The latest high-performance MIKRON HPM 450U milling solution from GF AgieCharmilles boasts a new torque rotary/tilt table for unencumbered, interference-free five-axis machining and offers highly efficient spindle options well suited for all machining applications from micro to macro.
Flap Wheels
CGW-Camel Grinding Wheels expanded its flap wheel drum line for large-scale metal finishing with the introduction of wire flap wheel drums with keyhole arbors.