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Chipblaster S-Series Coolant System
New LNS Chipblaster S-Series Coolant Systems improve CNC machine performance, take up less floor space and are easy to install and maintain. The S-Series is available in fixed or variable rate (flow and pressure) models.
Mate Precision to showcase workholding system at IMTS
Mate Precision Technologies will showcase its 52/96 workholding system at IMTS this September. Located in booth 432146, Mate will showcase the workholding systems for 3-, 4- and 5-axis machining centers.
Auger Assist Conveyor
The Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions Auger Assist Conveyor with a 48'' discharge height allows the use of larger collection bins and eliminates the need for frequent hopper unloads on today's auger-driven machine tools.
SPN Zero-Point Clamping System
The SPN zero-point clamping system features a repeatability of 0.005 mm due to its sophisticated design. Thanks to its very high clamping forces and consistent use of tempered stainless steel, the system provides a high-precision, torsion-resistant base that also stabilises parts that have a tendency to vibrate. Zimmer's zero-point clamping system is able to absorb maximum forces with maximum repeatability.
Beyond Evolution GUP-V insert
All Beyond Evolution insert styles feature the Triple-V Seating: Tight grip on the back (1) and top & bottom (2) provides maximum stability, especially when operating multidirectional turning and profiling.
G220 Turn-Mill Center
The G220 features a Z-axis slide with a motorized milling spindle and hydrodynamically mounted Y/B axis arranged above the axis of rotation. The powerful milling spindle is available with an HSK-T63 interface with specs of 12,000 rpm, 60.3 hp (49 kW) and 53.1 ft lbs (72 Nm) at 25% DC, or an HSK-T40 interface with specs of 18,000 rpm, 25.5 hp (19 kW) and 22.1 ft lbs (30 Nm) at 25% DC. This facilitates a wide range of milling and drilling operations, and the machine is also capable of full 5-axis machining.
Transor Filter and Star Cutter develop working relationship
Transor Filter USA has entered into a working relationship with Star Cutter.
Mazak announces distribution changes
Mazak announces distribution changes. The balanced approach reflects a commitment to excellence and an increased pace of business.
Motorized Mirror Mounts
The PI motorized optical mounts are suited for laser applications and are available for ambient and vacuum conditions. Motorized kinematic mirror mounts provide a means to control the pitch and yaw axes of a mirror, usually to direct or deflect a laser beam. To achieve large angles up to 16 degrees while keeping the dimensions as small as possible, the N-480 series kinematic motorized optical mirror mounts are equipped with long travel, high resolution piezo motors.
82L-3E Series Power Clamps
When it comes to flawlessly clamping and positioning workpieces, the flexible, adjustable and enclosed 82L-3E Series Power Clamps are the perfect choice for users. Specifically, the 82L-3E's opening angle can be quickly adjusted with just one tool, which helps guarantee maximum flexibility of use.
Mastercam 2023
The Unified Multiaxis toolpath brings together Morph, Parallel, Along Curve, and Project Curve strategies into a single interface, delivering expanded and highly flexible cutter path creation. The Unified toolpath allows access to these cut patterns when you add the appropriate curves. For example, to create a toolpath that morphs between two surfaces, select Unified from the Multiaxis toolpaths, and then set the Cut Pattern to two surfaces with the Morph style. The Unified toolpath allows for more flexibility in cut pattern when programming in Multiaxis.
Seeing mobility change as an opportunity
Combined drive technologies and e-mobility require a multitude of precision-ground components. The manufacturer of high-quality grinding technology, Fritz Studer AG in Thun, considers itself ideally equipped to meet this requirement with its productive machining concepts and high-quality grinding machines.
