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Zero Point Clamping System Benefits
Zero Point Clamping System Benefits. Watch Cutting Tool Engineering's video coverage, featuring original footage and context from the related product, process, event, or shop-floor demonstration.
Lang Technik USA at MT Series East (EASTEC) 2025
Join Brian Butler, Regional Sales Manager at Lang Technik USA, for a walkthrough of their powerful workholding and automation solutions at MT Series East 2025. From their original Quick•Point® 52/96 zero-point system to the versatile RoboTrex automation cell, Lang demonstrates how shops of all sizes can boost repeatability, reduce changeover time, and achieve 16+ hours of unattended machining.
Spindle drawbar pull-force tester
The ForceMaster spindle drawbar pull-force tester from Rego-Fix tests proper machine tool spindle drawbar pull-force, which is an important aspect of overall spindle preventive maintenance and performance. With more than a dozen available adapters, ForceMaster works on virtually any machine tool spindle interface.
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CAD/CAM software suite
The hyperMILL 2025 CAD/CAM Software Suite from Open Mind Technologies features highly productive programming and machining strategies that the company says enable accurate, efficient 2.5D, 3D, precision 5-Axis, and mill/turn machining.
Hypertherm releases 2024 Corporate Culture and Social Responsibility Report
Hypertherm Associates, a U.S.-based manufacturer of industrial cutting systems and software, released its 2024 Corporate Culture and Social Responsibility Report that found progress in its corporate mission to "build a better future for all."
ANCA launches new sustainability strategy
Global technology leader, manufacturing and engineering services, ANCA launched its inaugural Sustainability Strategy 2025–2030, a bold and transformative roadmap that embeds environmental responsibility, innovation, and community impact at the core of its operations.
Multi-tasking turning center
The QTE-100 MY CNC turning center with multi-tasking capabilities from Mazak is designed for high-speed and high-precision turning in a space-saving design, the company says.
Laser gauging, on-track vision and super eddy-current inspection system
Gi-300 inspection systems from General Inspection, LLC feature laser gauging, on-track vision and super eddy-current. Laser gauging ensures comprehensive dimensional analysis and precise measurements of OD features, including lengths, diameters, radii, and threads. An integrated precision multi-laser velocity gauge ensures accurate and repeatable length measurements.n
Enhanced solid carbide endmills line
In response to market demand, ISCAR is expanding the ECKI-H4R-CF chatter-free line of 2xD endmills. These endmills, designed specifically for high removal rate machining of titanium, are now available with a diameter of 1" and a variety of new corner radii. The larger diameter not only increases our market share but also enhances the suitability of the ECKI-H4R-CF for a wider range of applications.
High school robotics team cuts and forms metal at BLM Group USA headquarters
BLM Group USA welcomed the local robotics team, Frog Force 503 from Novi High School, for a hands-on, behind-the-scenes look at the cutting-edge tube and sheet laser technology driving the metal fabrication industry.
Smart factory tools for abrasive waterjet systems
The OMAX advanced abrasive waterjet systems from Hypertherm Associates offers robust technology tools to help companies looking to integrate Smart Factory processes and digitalization into their operations.
Jergens India appoints managing director
The board of directors of Jergens India Pv Ltd announced that Ashish Lala will succeed Joseph Killukan as managing director for Jergens India. Lala will report to Matt Schron, vice president and general manager for Jergens.
