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GWS Tool Group acquires Monster Tool
The acquisition of Monster Tool Company adds significant depth to both the GWS general purpose and high-performance standard product portfolio.
Eriez vibratory feeder plays role in Covid vaccine packaging system
As a global pandemic raged, Material Transfer was called upon to engineer a solution to maintain ice pellet size consistency, meter ice evenly to protect each vaccine, and monitor ice discharged during packaging. Eriez' vibratory feeder was a key component of the automated system.
Emuge-Franken and Grob announce strategic partnership
Emuge-Franken USA and Grob Systems Inc. have formed a strategic partnership to provide advanced 5-axis solutions, expertise and support to customers.
Safedoor SD100
Made4CNC's first official product, the Safedoor SD100 removes the barriers to the automation of component feeding at machine shops. Safedoor SD100 opens CNC doors that are up to 1 meter wide and weigh 400 kg, at a speed of 500 mm/s. The door opener can connect to any robot and CNC machine make via galvanic insulated digital inputs and outputs.
Transor Filter USA ships filtration unit to Vollmer of America
Transor's filtration system is used by Vollmer of America.
LHInspect Gear Measuring Software
LHInspect offers a unique range of functions and will be used in conjunction with the WGT series of machines for inspecting all types of gears, gear cutting tools and shaft-type workpieces, including size and position determination. LHInspect also supports the manufacturer-neutral GDE interface for exchanging geometrical and measurement data between gear inspection machines and gear cutting machines as the basis for automated correction of setting data (LHOpenConnect).
Mazak Canada overhauls part ordering and service scheduling
Mazak Canada will take over direct management of part sales.
Flex Locators
Flex Locator System consists of tapered pins and receiving bushings. In combination, these parts are designed to be mounted on fixture bases and plates to allow for highly accurate locating and positioning with repeatability of 0.01 mm. Fastener-receptacle pairs replace nut-and-bolt assembly so that operators swap out fixture plates and other automation components without the use of tools and with excellent repeatability.n
PostWorks Machine Control Software
PostWoks is a high-end universal postprocessor that generates precise NC code for a wide variety of machines including mills, lathes, and multi-use machines. PostWorks Connect is our latest product innovation, combining an easy-to-use interface, with advanced functionality for complete control of your machine.
MPower Customer Support Program
Through Mazak's eight Technology Centers and five Technical Centers located throughout North America, the MPower program also gives customers convenient and local access to additional support. The centers are a place for advanced applications support, education and training, new technology demonstrations and special manufacturing events
E-709 Closed-Loop Piezo Controller and Integrated Driver
The E-709 compact digital piezo servo controller / amplifier and driver was designed providing 20kHz sampling rate, twice the power of its predecessor along with multiple times is positioning resolution. When used in image processing, scanning and microscopy applications, its advanced features such as high-performance linearization, high speed tracking, and PI's unique F3 capability (Fast Focus & Freeze) come in handy. When used with a fast objective focusing motor such as the P-725, the autofocus drive can be bumplessly switched from an external (focus) sensor to the integrated position sensor inside the focusing stage. This feature allows for calibrated, precise, and highly stable motions on a nanometer scale, with respect to the focal plane.
Edge fracturing stamped out: Design & Engineering
Drag finishing system doubles stamping tool life
