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SRD 3-55/2 and SRD 6-30/2
Dapra's series of Biax hand-held, air-powered tools include lightweight grinders and variable-speed deburring machines.
Mite-E-Mark Impact Markers
Columbia Marking Tools Inc. pioneered the development of the double-acting air-operated impact marker and their tiny Model 78 Mite-E-Mark line is extremely rugged and cost-effective (most systems are under $500) and packs 18 times the force of an air cylinder with the same bore.
HighLight D-Series
The HighLight D-Series, a new range of diode laser systems from Coherent Inc. delivers both high power and an increased range of "smart" output beam shapes.
OptiRough Toolpath
CNC Software Inc.'s OptiRough is a new technique designed to remove large amounts of material quickly using its successful dynamic milling motion.
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Mastercam Design
Mastercam from CNC Software Inc. is known for powerful NC programming, but it also delivers a suite of shop-tested design tools including 3D surfacing and solids.
Minimaster Plus Endmills
Seco Tools introduced its original Minimaster line of end mills with replaceable carbide inserts nearly 25 years ago. Today, the company is presenting its new Minimaster Plus, with advanced features for tackling the most demanding of milling applications in steel, stainless steel, cast iron, aluminum and other difficult-to-machine materials.
Balinit Alcrona Pro and Alnova Coatings
BALINIT ALCRONA PRO from Oerlikon Balzers has the same chemical composition as BALINIT ALCRONA. However, thanks to optimised process parameters as well as coating structure modifications, it was possible to significantly improve the residual stress profile and the thermal shock resistance of the coating.
Will plan amp up manufacturing?
In his August 2011 Lead Angle editorial, Cutting Tool Engineering Editorial Director Alan Rooks addresses whether the plan for the latest U.S. manufacturing initiative unveiled by President Obama will provide a boost to the industry.
Stamping out excess costs: Medical Manufacturing
END USER: Aragon Surgical Inc., (650) 543-3100, www.aragonsurgical.com. CHALLENGE: Reduce costs when procuring a stainless steel part for a laparoscopic surgical device. SOLUTION: A contract manufacturer that stamps some previously machined part features and machines only the critical features. SOLUTION PROVIDER: Connecticut Spring & Stamping, (860) 677-1341, www.ctspring.com
Marking Time: General Industry Coverage
END USER: Focus: HOPE's Center for Advanced Technologies, www.focushope.edu, (313) 494-5500. CHALLENGE: Accurately mark machined parts. SOLUTION: A flexible laser marking system. SOLUTION PROVIDER: Columbia Marking Tools, (586) 949-8400, www.columbiamt.com
Drilling without catastrophe
END USER: Three Sigma Manufacturing Inc., (253) 395-1125, www.threesigma.net. CHALLENGE: Improve cycle times and prevent catastrophic failure when drilling a hole in a complex aerospace part. SOLUTION: A replaceable-tip drill that reduced cycle times and provided progressive failure indicators. SOLUTION PROVIDER: Allied Machine & Engineering Corp., (800) 321-5537, www.alliedmachine.com
Assistance from a distance: Design & Engineering
Cutting Tool Engineering Editor Alan Richter mentions a new augmented reality system that offers on-site technicians assistance from a distance in his Look Ahead column for the August 2011 issue.
