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Minimicromar3 Gauge
The Minimicromar3 is designed for measuring external diameters, positioning and length for both smooth and interrupted surfaces. It can measure workpieces from 25mm to 42.5mm with a measuring range of ±100 µm and a repeatability of ≤0.1 µm. It is designed with a high degree of protection against coolant and abrasive substances.
TURNPWR Control
On the new TURNPWR, a 12.1" high-resolution display boasts a screen layout that is clearly arranged and user friendly. Preview graphics in the editor illustrate the individual machining steps for programming the contour as well as corresponding tool path generated using only dimensions pulled from a production drawing. It also accepts DXF files.
No. 1054 500°F (260°C) Top-Loading Oven
The Grieve top-loading oven features 6" insulated walls, 16-gauge aluminized steel interior and a bottom reinforced for 800 lb. capacity.
Inovatools’ tooling eases aluminum machining
A new line of aluminum tools from Inovatools utilizes the ta-C thin-layered coating that the company says makes the process of machining aluminum and its alloys more productive and cost-effective.
Debunking concerns about finishing tools used in CNC applications
With new advances in abrasive technology, machining center operators are able to complete surface finishing simultaneously with other machining operations, to speed cycle times, improve quality and save on off-line finishing time and costs. The abrasive finishing tools can be easily integrated into CNC machines carousels or tool holding systems.
Racing teams win with the right tools
Don Schumacher Motorsports (DSM) is one of the country's most successful motorsports companies, both on and off the track. Tooling from Sandvik Coromant helped the company achieve some impressive goals.
Safety Resource Microsite
Educational content on the new Online Safety Resource includes Safety Data Sheets which are accessed by entering the UPC code found on Norton products. Safety Guides for Norton's most popular products such as Grinding Wheels, Portable Wheels and Coated/ Non-Woven Abrasives are offered.
Pressure-Lok Air Chuck
Northfield's engineering team has developed a brand-new chucking system that requires NO air tubes or hoses. This Pressure-Lok™ air chuck is charged with air by a special handle and holds air pressure for over 2 weeks. These chucks can be mounted to rotary tables with no thru-hole, tombstones, pallets, transfer systems, etc.
CBN-Duo-Power Inserts
Now, LACH DIAMOND doubles this efficiency by offering an insert with 2 tips: CBN-Duo-power.The development of new CBN cutting materials like the types B610 and B600 used by LACH DIAMOND met the demand of the automotive and component industry for a cutting material with long-term stability for the turning of hardened steels – and this with highest surface qualities of e.g.
Protective Tool Covers
The advantage of these covers is that a small range of sizes will fit snugly over a wide range of both imperial and metric tool sizes. Use Beckett Packaging Protective Tool Covers to protect and organize your cutting tools while in storage at your workspace, in your tool drawers, chests or cabinets.
2FG7 Gripper
Boasting a maximum payload of 11 kg (24.3 lb), an external grip range of up to 74 mm (2.91 in) and a gripping force of between 20-140 N, the versatile 2FG7 can handle heavy, bulky payloads with ease.
Mazak to debut machine series and CNC at next virtual event
Mazak Corp. will unveil its Ez Series of machines and Mazatrol SmoothEz CNC at a Dec. 8 virtual event.
