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VQ1060 Linear Vertical Machining Center
Known as an economical solution for a diverse range of workpieces, the VQ1060's robust linear guideways and high-performance spindle leave no room for question of this powerhouse's capability on the shop floor, according to the company. Heavy-duty, preloaded linear guideways provide excellent vibration damping capabilities for fast machining.
G6 Six-Edge Turning Insert
Carmex Precision Tools LLC has introduced a versatile six-edge turning insert. Designed to fit one holder, the multiple-function inserts deliver high productivity and cost efficiency in applications including threading, grooving, parting, and back and front turning. The fully ground profile delivers high precision, and the unique shape provides strong and stable clamping.
The Dream Chuck Stop
The Dream Chuck Stop from Dream Tools Inc. allows end users to machine through a part by providing the clearance for cutting tools to go through the part. According to the company, it is reusable unlike soft jaws and conventional chuck stops.
JUMAT 6S 18-20-18 Grinding Machine
With the new JUMAT 6S 18-20-18, the engineers at JUNKER have once again expanded their proven portfolio. The simultaneous use of three grinding wheels guarantees maximum quality by utilizing a single clamping set up with an extremely short grinding time, according to the company.
Tune-Up Kits for Foredom Motors
Foredom introduces four new Tune-Up Kits for current and discontinued motors. Foredom makes flexible-shaft machines that are built to industrial standards and last for many years, sometimes even decades.
3D Modeling Software
The goal of machine shops is to cut parts, not to design fixtures. Although necessary, the task drains resources without providing additional revenue. That's why SpaceClaim let's machinists and manufacturing engineers utilize existing CAD data to create tooling and fixtures in little to no time, minimizing costs and maximizing machining output.
Ready-to-Ship Counterboring Line
Steiner Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of back boring tools, continues to expand its portfolio with a new reverse machining product line. Offered in partnership with German manufacturer Hermann Bilz, the new "Bilz" line offers manufacturers a wide variety of standard reverse boring solutions that are available for immediate shipment from the U.S.
Modular Units for Multipole Rectangular Connectors
The Mencom modular insert series (MIXO) was designed to allow different types of connections housed in a single traditional rectangular enclosure. The types of connections range from small signal connectors with low amp and voltage, up to 200 amp connectors.
Super Slim Hydraulic Chuck
BIG KAISER announces the introduction of the world's reportedly smallest hydraulic chuck for HSK-E25 machine spindles, thus completing its extensive range of BIG KAISER Super Slim hydraulic chucks. The Super Slim type of hydraulic chucks (HDC) are suitable toolholders for precision finishing processes in confined areas with drills, reamers, ball mills, endmills, diamond reamers and grinding tools.
Presetting, Measuring Products for Precision and Fine Machining
Precise metal machining creates new challenges for engineers and machinists to achieve maximum precision and surface quality on workpieces. However, precision doesn't just start at the machine tool, but is instead begins earlier in the manufacturing process—with the perfectly preset tool.
GI-10NII CNC Grinder
Okuma says its GI-10NII CNC grinder is now equipped with the OSP-P300G open-architecture control and features extremely rigid, high-speed grinding wheel spindles that produce high-performance production in automated environments. Capable of simultaneous 2-axis control, this model is flexible in handling a variety of workpiece shapes in a simple data setting.
TITANIUM Cut Burs
PFERD INC. has introduced TITANIUM cut burs, the latest addition to its high-performance Carbide Bur line-up. TITANIUM cut is specially designed for machining hard titanium alloys (with tensile strength greater than 500 N/mm2). With an innovative tooth geometry, TITANIUM cut generates stock removal rates up to 60% higher than conventional cross-cut burs, according to the company.
