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Alberti Offset Angle Heads
The new series of offset heads Alberti feature a combination of high pressure coolant through the main spindle up to 100 bar with increased rpm and high-speed option. Another big advantage is the possibility of dry running during machining, something that wasn't available in the past and gives tremendous value to the new TOP LINE range.
Power Mill F1304NN Series Endmill
HAIMER USA has introduced a new variable-helix carbide roughing endmill for cutting stainless steels and general steels. The Power Mill F1304NN series endmill combines variable-flute geometry with a roughing cord profile design for more stable milling in machines with limited horsepower.
ALVAN Expandable Reamers
Allied Machine & Engineering Corp. offers a complete range of ALVAN expandable reamers, the ideal tool for high-volume production wherever high quality, tight tolerances or superior finish is critical. The ALVAN line is available through an exclusive supply agreement with S.C.A.M.I., an Italy-based maker of reamers.
EDGE2 Spherical Ballnose Tools
Truly indexable finishing inserts have arrived with the new EDGE² spherical ballnose (SBN) system from DAPRA Corp. SBN inserts feature two usable cutting edges, delivering cost savings and high-quality finishes.
VT Series of PCBN Indexable Cutting Tools
EHWA Diamond Industrial Ltd. offers its VT series of PCBN (polycrystalline boron nitride) indexable cutting tools. With the VT line of inserts, end users can achieve deeper depths of cut given the more robust method of cutting edge construction versus the industry standard brazed chip-style insert, according to the company.
Saws for Cutting Aluminum
Increase productivity with saw blades designed for cutting aluminum. Use with billet saws, plate saws, chop saws, cut-off saws, ingot saws, etc. Custom saws matched to your exact machine are no problem.
Pramet Force AD Milling Cutter
Dormer Pramet says the Pramet Force AD milling cutter is revolutionizing end user productivity with its versatility. This universal shoulder milling cutter features a differential pitch to reduce vibration and system noise. Combine solid performance with the cutter's application with multiple materials and in harsh environmental conditions and users have the ideal universal shoulder milling product to fit their needs.
Base Mount Tooling
Heimatec announces immediate availability of BMT (Base Mount Tooling) standard products. In addition to standard X- and Z-axis tools, styles such as adjustable tools, speed increasers and internal coolant tools with capabilities to 140 bar (2,000 psi) are available in an assortment of standard BMT tooling types, including BMT 45, 55, 65 and 75.
HMC Series Horizontal Machining Centers
Fives brings the combination live spindle and integrated contouring head (ICH) to its Cincinnati MEGA and Giddings & Lewis HMC Series horizontal machining centers, for expanded processing flexibility and dramatically reduced workpiece transfers and setups, with improved accuracy.
Metal Dust Collector Stand
The new JET metal dust collector stand is an ideal metalworking shop addition that captures abrasive dust, chips and other debris with a filter efficiency of 90 percent at 50 microns. The free-standing dust collector's turbo fan design provides maximum air movement of 472 CFM for effective metal dust collection.
Industrial Bench Grinders
Solid, dependable and engineered to meet increasing machine shop demands, characterize the new line of JET 8, 10 and 12 in. industrial bench grinders. These powerful, hard-working benchtop machines with 1 hp, 1-1/2 hp and 2 hp heavy duty capacitor motors, are smooth operators, anchored with cast iron bases for rigidity and minimial vibration.
VibePro 7.3
GTI Predictive Technology Inc., creators of the iPad Data Collector, unveiled VibePro 7.3 – a major new update to GTI's vibration analysis application for iPad. Developed specifically for the iPad, VibePro provides a simple and easy solution to performing vibration analysis on the iPad. New in version 7.3 are features many customers have been asking for.
