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LPSII Linear Pallet System
Doosan Machine Tools America offers a range of automation devices to enable customers to extend machining time during staffed shifts and for "lights out" operations, such as the "LPSII" linear pallet system.
DNM Series Vertical Machining Centers
Doosan Machine Tools America has evolved its popular and field-proven "DNM" series of vertical machining centers. According to Ron Kilgore, Doosan's general manager - inside sales, the new series is the third generation of this particular VMC line.
Xcelerate X20 Automation System
Cellro offers most compact and versatile automation solution: Xcelerate X20. According to the company, Xcelerate is renowned for its flexibility, user-friendly interface, modest floor space (starting at a mere 0.8m2) and surprisingly large storage capacity.
LC xx5 Absolute Sealed Linear Encoders
HEIDENHAIN Corp. announces the start of series production of the new generation of LC encoders. The LC xx5 Absolute Sealed Linear Encoders have long been available for use with Siemens, FANUC, Mitsubishi and HEIDENHAIN controls and can now be ordered with Panasonic interface (Pana01).
GE Looks at the Future of Cutting Tools
"Manufacturers who conduct a lot of machining know that the cost of productivity of a machining operation is inextricably connected to the selection of the cutting tool and the process for managing them," writes GE Industry Analyst Andy Henderson in a GE Digital blog post.
Helical Solutions lauded for exceeding expectations
Helical Solutions LLC recently announced a top-tier finish in the 2015 Boeing Industry Challenge II, which is an invitational tournament meant to test the world's strongest and highest-performing milling tools in aerospace titanium.
Merlin FOEE and Merlin DNC
Memex Inc. announced two new modules to the MERLIN open platform: MERLIN Financial Overall Equipment Effectiveness (FOEE) and MERLIN DNC. According to the comany, most manufacturers are totally in the dark in terms of knowing in real-time if they are making or losing money on a given machine tool, shift or plant.
5-axis Compact High Rail CNC Machining Center
C.R. Onsrud introduces its 5-axis Compact High Rail tailored to the more demanding higher load and larger work volume requirements of the aerospace, automotive, medical and defense industries. Options include retractable roof for easy material loading, large capacity toolchangers and multiple spindle configurations to meet varying machining needs.
Compax Veined PCD
Sandvik Hyperion offers Compax veined PCD. This product offers diamond sintered within slotted veins oriented along a 30 degree helix angle. Its nibs are designed specifically for use in machining of CFRP and CFRP-metal stacks.
BZN V-Series PCBN Grades
Sandvik Hyperion's BZN V-Series PCBN grades provide versatility in three key aspects of machining of hardened ferrous materials. First, the grades are able to work in case hardened, bearing steels, powder metal alloy steels, and tool steels.
RUGI High-Performance Endmill Blanks
Sandvik Hyperion is introducing diameter tolerances in high-performance endmill blanks described as RUGI. New tolerances exceed the industry standard with an advanced round tool blanks specification.
AM70 Carbide Grade
Sandvik Hyperion's carbide grade AM70 is an advanced substrate developed to increase machining productivity and performance in titanium and ISO M materials. The AM70 grade is comprised of a combination of submicron carbide grains that provide the perfect mix of toughness and wear resistance.
