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Accurate Metal Products installs AI-enhanced grinding robots in U.S. factory
Accurate Metal Products (AMP), a steel processor and fabricator, has installed two AI-powered EasyGrinder robotic systems from Dutch manufacturer Teqram. AMP says this installation is the first of its kind in the United States.
4 of the Best Spindles for High-Speed Machining
High-speed machining requires exceptional precision from every machine tool component. At the heart of this performance lies the spindle. Selecting one of the best spindles for high-speed machining is crucial, but it is more than about chasing high RPM. Engineers must weigh multiple factors to ensure consistent accuracy and uptime.
Rough boring head
The SWS Rough Boring Head from Big Daishowa is suited for setups without a presetter. It features a twin-cutter boring head that allows for diameter adjustments without a tool measurement unit, which the company says makes setups faster and easier while maintaining a high level of precision.
The Partner Companies, a U.S.-based manufacturing company, acquired Precision Eforming, a legacy U.S. manufacturer
The Partner Companies (TPC), a U.S.-based advanced manufacturing company, has acquired Precision Eforming.
Reversible hard jaws
Reversible hard jaws from Dillon Manufacturing are suitable for ID and OD workholding. The company says they accurately grip and locate workpieces while significantly reducing setup times. Designed to hold a specific range of part sizes, they are suited for first operation workholding, the company says. They fit all brands of chucks, including serrated, Acme Key, square key, and tongue-and-groove styles. Single or two-step jaws feature diamond-shaped serrations to provide secure gripping and accurate parts locating.
Multifunctional tool for drilling and turning
Tungaloy has expanded its TungBoreMini multifunctional tool series. It is now available with a minimum bore diameter (DMIN) of 8mm (0.315") for use with TinyMini-Turn sleeves. It perform multiple operations including drilling, ID/OD turning, and face turning with a single tool.
Flipping heavy plate parts
The patented EasyFlipper from Teqram turns sheet-metal parts within seconds without the need to use a crane and slings, belts or clamps to turn heavy workpieces. This is a less dangerous alternative, the company said, and helps keep the part from being scratched during material handling.
Platinum Tooling Adds to Its Offerings
To help visiting sales representatives, agents, and members of the trade press learn more about its lines of precision machine tool accessories, Platinum Tooling Inc. has created a showroom at its distribution facility in Prospect Heights, Illinois.
Plasma cutting system
The XPR460 plasma cutting system from Hypertherm cuts mild steel, stainless steel, steel and aluminum. The unit performs multiple applications with SureCut technology for bolt-ready holes and smooth 45-degree bevels. SureCut technology uses software to automatically embed advanced cutting capabilities into the plasma cutting process.
Modular Head Tool System From Tungaloy Improves Swiss Machining Productivity
Juan from Tsugami America machines a spark plug with Tungaloy-NTK America. See how Tungaloy's ModuMiniTurn modular head quick-change tooling system, along with cutting tools from Tungaloy and NTK Cutting Tools, used in the Tsugami S206 II Swiss CNC machine can increase your miniature machining productivity. Juan shares his story of rising through the machining industry—from janitor to applications engineer—while programming and guiding us through the demo alongside Jeff from Tungaloy-NTK America. Featured tools include the ModuMiniTurn (quick-change modular head system), TungMeister (interchangeable-head endmill), TetraMiniCut, Tungaloy's AH7025 turning insert, and NTK's TMV chipbreaker.
Vision-based inspection system
This VisionLab-150 3D Fastener Gauging System from General Inspection LLC. features patented 3D gaging technology that the company says provides complete part dimensional inspection in less than 5 seconds. The machine can perform 360-degree dimensional inspection with detailed data reporting, plus options to provide 360-degree visual defect detection, end-view inspection, and measure recess depth and recess concentricity.
Trumpf names sales representatives in four Southern states
Southern States Machinery to represent Trumpf's sheet metal fabricating products and services in Georgia. Maintecx becomes Trumpf's new sales representative in Alabama, Tennessee and Mississippi.
