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AgieCharmilles CUT P Pro Series/CUT X Series/FORM X 600/AC-FORM EDM
Products November 12, 2021
AgieCharmilles CUT P Pro Series/CUT X Series/FORM X 600/AC-FORM EDM
The AgieCharmilles CUT P Pro series of wire-cutting EDM machines is designed for increased productivity, always available and ideal for every application with the largest technology database. The series includes the CUT P 350 Pro, the 550 Pro and the 800 Pro with robust designs and intuitive HMI as well as several automation options for lights- out operation.n
Star SU names GM for Tawas Tool
News November 11, 2021
Star SU names GM for Tawas Tool
Star SU has named Thomas Giglio as its new general manager for the Tawas Tool operations, comprised of two facilities in East Tawas, Michigan, where the company produces gear cutting tool solutions in addition to tool reconditioning services.
Inspire inspection software
Products November 11, 2021
Inspire inspection software
Inspire's sleek, streamlined interface offers the fastest means to access its new measurement, analysis, and reporting features for greater quality productivity. More software highlights include a new delete noise function to rapidly delete outlier data in point clouds, the addition of measurement triggers, and more data import and export options. The software also introduces the ability to create cross-sections of a point cloud without the need for a CAD model. Inspire's learning curve is decidedly short for new and existing users with novice to expert skill levels. Hexagon offers a broad range of training materials from online videos and tutorials culminating in nearly four hours of user training resources.
MRS Angular Encoder Modules
Products November 11, 2021
MRS Angular Encoder Modules
The new MRS 2280 and 2281 encoder modules have been specifically designed for use in tilting and rotary axes with high tilting rigidity bearings, making them ideal for measuring arms and measuring robots. Overall, the MRS 2200 series provides options with an easily mountable ultra-compact design, system accuracy of ±10", and tilt resistance of up to 52 Nm/mrad tilt resistance.
iScan3D Laser Scanner
Products November 11, 2021
iScan3D Laser Scanner
iScan3D, with integral process controller, connects with API's Radian Six Degrees of Freedom (6DoF) Laser Tracker to accurately monitor scanner position and deliver high accuracy measuring and scanning. iScan3D completely negates user inconveniences associated with Articulating Arm scanners: operator fatigue, arm gymnastics, part access issues, and limited measuring ranges. iScan3D combines tactile and scanning measurements, giving users the freedom to measure wherever and whenever, regardless of part size and feature locations, in a single setup.
VariMill Chip Splitter
Products November 11, 2021
VariMill Chip Splitter
This high-performance end mill is designed with non-overlapping chip splitters along the flute cutting edges. The result is more efficient MRR, while maintaining the ability to make finishing passes. The unequally spaced design feature allows each sequential cutting edge to remove any remaining material left by the chip splitter of the previous flute. The tool's innovative design reduces breakage and makes it versatile enough for both roughing and finishing passes.
Locking Joints
Products November 11, 2021
Locking Joints
The core of these joints is always the locking plates with their precisely aligned serrations as well as their adjustment based on positive and nonpositive connections. Alongside the exact serration shape, the division of the teeth is also very important. Winco relies on typical tooth configurations, which allow important and specific adjustments in incremental steps of 6, 7.5, 10 and 15 degrees.
VT Series Vertical CNC Lathes
Products November 11, 2021
VT Series Vertical CNC Lathes
The series includes the VT 1400M, VT 2000M, VT 2500M, VT 3000M, VT 5000 and VT 6000 with table sizes from 1,400 (55") to 6,000mm (236) with maximum turning diameter from 1,600mm (63") up to 7,000mm (276") and maximum height allowed from 1,650 (65") to 4,000mm (157").
Torque technology wins Henry Ford Technology Award
News November 10, 2021
Torque technology wins Henry Ford Technology Award
Niels Bredick, senior solutions specialist at Sandvik Coromant, is a member of a winning team of the 2020 Henry Ford Technology Award (HFTA) for development and implementation of the Torque Monitoring of Gear Machining Process.
Improved Mastercam certification program
News November 9, 2021
Improved Mastercam certification program
The Mastercam Certification is a rigorous set of knowledge-based and practical tests that demonstrate a programmer's ability to work effectively with CAM software, overcome common issues facing today's shops, and produce high-quality finished parts.
Control and Drive System Replacements
Products November 9, 2021
Control and Drive System Replacements
These state-of-the-art components improve the productivity and reliability of these critical machines and increase their service life by 15 to 20 years. A new control and drive system can increase machine downtime to 95 percent, with a payback period of 12 to 18 months. These replacements can be done for a fraction of the cost of a new machine – one-fourth to one-fifth of the cost, on average.
CMM Pre-Engineered Modular Enclosure
Products November 9, 2021
CMM Pre-Engineered Modular Enclosure
CMM rooms are specifically designed to maintain a +/- one-degree temperature consistently. The modular room provides the environmental precision and accuracy necessary for companies that need to meet tight specification standards. Wall and ceiling panels are chemical resistant, smooth and non-porous for easy cleaning and decontamination.

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