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RBS Series and TBS Series Rotary Tables
KOMA Precision Inc. introduces a line of high accuracy, high rigidity, energy saving and zero maintenance rotary tables from Tsudakoma. The pictured RBS series (Rotary Ball System) is a 4th axis rotary table series suitable for single-axis VMCs and the TBS series (Tilt Ball System) is a 5th axis rotary table series suitable for dual-axis use on VMCs.
EPB 890 Digital Boring Heads
With EPB 890 digital boring heads, Seco Tools made fine boring easier and more precise. The digital boring heads display the absolute diameter settings and the relative diameter adjustment. These heads accurately cut by providing diameter readings and settings within 1 μm.
Custom Support Videos for CAD/CAM
EZ-CAM publicly introduce custom, support videos. According to the company, it's a provision that can't go unnoticed. Its customers can't put a dollar amount on such a remedy--and neither did EZ-CAM. There are no costs associated to this service. EZ-CAM includes these custom, support videos with 1-year support and maintenance.
DREHplus 3D Tester
This analog DREHplus 3D tester from Euro-Tech features innovative, precise probing technology through a patented conical tip specifically designed for measuring tools on lathes saving time and money. No expensive additional equipment is necessary plus the DREHplus is impervious to splash water and oil.
3D Printing of titanium gets off the ground
Two companies, using different 3D-printing methods, have put titanium components into extreme environments. SLM Solutions recently completed a 12.21" × 8.74" × 8.66" dia. titanium aircraft component using its two-laser selective laser melting process. And Sciaky Inc. has used its Electron Beam Additive Manufacturing (EBAM) technology to produce a titanium Variable Ballast (VB) tank for an autonomous submarine.
Fight Like A Girl(s’ Robotics Team)
Two high school students — senior Margaret Schiffer and sophomore Rosie Sirk — traveled to Los Angeles to represent the National Robotics League on behalf of Beaumont School at the SolidWorks World Conference.
Hydraulic fixturing components provide size and durability advantages
Time-tested workholding allows a parts manufacturer to target other areas for improvement, if needed. Husky Corp., for example, needed space-saving hydraulic components when refixturing a dial machine with limited space for fixtures and conducted an extensive search 30 years ago for a solution, said Darrell Vilmer, senior manufacturing engineer – machine/fixture designer for Husky.
Transformer: 3D Printer becomes CNC Mill
In recent years the manufacturing world has seen numerous hybrid additive-subtractive machines. These generally are in the form of a 3D printing head combined with a CNC machining center: the additive is added. But creative additive enthusiast Thomas Sanladerer has come at the idea from the opposite direction: he has started with a 3D printer and transformed it to be able to function as a CNC mill.
SQUICH Spring Terminal Rectangular Connectors
Mencom SQUICH spring terminal rectangular connectors are known for their convenient tool-free solutions that significantly reduce the connection time by utilizing spring terminals with actuator buttons. The cabling time of the SQUICH connector can be 50% quicker than the screw-type connection and 20% quicker than the conventional spring-type connection.
Powermill Machine Center
The large Powermill machining center from Mecof, part of EMCO Group, provides users precision, high dynamics, operational flexibility, and cost-effectiveness in a massive travelling gantry 5-axis milling center. Powermill with its moving bridge structure, permits loading of large, heavy workpieces on the stationary work table from overhead or from either end of the machine, making it ideal for handling aerospace components.
Wireless Machine Level
GTI Predictive Technology offers the Wireless Machine Level.
Saw Blades and Side Chip Clearance Saws
Controx-Neuhauser presents a full line of standard saw blades and side chip clearance saws suitable for a wide range of precision cutting applications. Available in U.S. Imperial dimensions with diameters from 1" to 8" and metric dimensions from 20mm to 250mm, with fine, medium and coarse tooth pitch to suit application requirements.
