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RVP Vision Measurement Probe
RVP, Renishaw's new vision measurement probe for use with the REVO 5-axis measurement system on coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), increases the multiple-sensor capability of REVO by adding noncontact inspection to the exisiting touch-trigger, high-speed tactile scanning and surface finish measurement capability of the system.
Intelligent CNC Gear Hobbing Machine
NUM (NUM Taiwan Ltd) and Taiwan's Feng Chia University have jointly developed an intelligent CNC gear hobbing machine with an advanced electronic gearbox that completely eliminates the time overheads of changing mechanical gears on traditional machine tools.
TID Tool Identification System
The TID System is an innovative tool identification system from Elbo Controlli that empowers workshops with an easy, affordable solution for tool data management. The TID system is a tool identification system that establishes an interface between the Elbo Controlli tool presetter and the machine tool NC.
Integrated ‘CFRIP’ Tear Strip
For more than 550 Chainflex continuous flex cables, the process of stripping the cable jacket is quick, easy, and able to be done by hand. With an integrated "CFRIP" tear strip, the cable's jacket is openable like a zip fastener, allowing up to a 50 percent reduction in stripping time.
Centricut Air Curtain
Hypertherm is introducing a new Centricut brand air curtain for underwater cutting with ESAB plasma systems. The air curtain is designed for use with the Centricut brand quick change torch for ESAB PT-36, PT-600, and PT-19XLS torches.
Multiple-Spot MESAX Laser Distance Sensor
Baumer presents an innovative and compact sensor for measurement of demanding surfaces. The new multiple-spot MESAX laser distance sensor is immediately ready-to-use and provides accurate and repeatable measurement results, without elaborate conversion or external software.
C1 Multiple-Process Turning Center
Hwacheon Machinery America Inc. introduces the C1 multiple-process turning center. Half turning center, half machining center (Y- and C-axis control), the C1 can completely manufacture parts with complicated shapes in a single chucking operation.
CX005 Mini Hand Chain Hoist
Harrington Hoists Inc. has introduced its new CX005 mini hand chain hoist. This hoist has a rated capacity of ½ ton and is the second model in the company's line of small and lightweight hand chain hoists.
Lifehone L630 Modular Honing Machines
Gehring L.P. has released the Lifehone L630 – the newest in its line of modular honing machines for precision metal components. The Lifehone L630 offers a systematic approach to help ensure an efficient manufacturing process. Features include standard part applications that can be honed on the Lifehone range from sun gears to connecting rods, hydraulic sleeves and injector pump components.
Model 904 Micromachine
Based on the MD90 series, the Cameron Model 904 is specifically designed to turn any standard mill that accepts ¾" tooling into a high-precision micromachining center.
GPS-30B CNC Cylindrical Grinder
Shigiya (USA) Ltd. says its new GPS-30B CNC cylindrical grinder offers high-quality performance at an affordable price. A streamlined machine design, using common parts, and an efficient machine manufacturing process reduce costs and increase affordability.
PCD T-A Drill Inserts
Allied Machine & Engineering highlights the availability of its PCD T-A Drill inserts, designed for drilling in carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP), used in lightweight aircraft wings and fuselages, and other highly abrasive substances. The PCD inserts improve tool life and value over competing products, according to the company.
