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Shuttle XP Vertical Lift Module
Kardex Remstar has developed its portfolio for optimized storage and management of tools. There are now even more ways of ensuring safe, space-saving storage of tools in the Shuttle XP Vertical Lift Module (VLM) so they are readily available at all times.
Niigata ATC Tool IQ
The NIIGATA ATC Tool IQ function efficiently stages tools during machining, ready for the next tool call-up.
VariMill GP Endmills
VariMill GP (General Purpose) is the latest in WIDIA's "Vari" family of tools, which extends to VariDrill and VariTap.
VSM490 Double-Sided Shoulder Mills
The new VSM490 double-sided shoulder milling platform from WIDIA offers an advantage for achieving true 90-degree shoulders and floors with superior surface finish.
APS-438 Air-Powered Saw update
An air-powered saw that can be used in any position to produce perfectly square cuts on water wall boiler tube panels made from highly alloyed tube up to 4-½" O.D. is available from ESCO Tool.
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C-Hog Millhog OD Clamping End Prep Tool
An upgraded O.D. clamping end prep tool that is ideal for beveling, flat facing and J-prepping water wall boilers equipped with small bore heavy-well tubes has been introduced by ESCO Tool.
RS3 Upgrade Package for ROMER Absolute Arm
Hexagon Metrology announced the release of the RS3 upgrade package delivering a dramatic performance improvement for the ROMER Absolute Arm with integrated laser scanner.
VXinspect 3D Inspection Software
AMETEK Creaform has introduced VXinspect, intuitive 3D inspection software that includes all of the tools for first article inspection (FAI) and quality control.
TDM Base Module
The advantages of Tool Lifecycle Management are obvious: Throughout all departments, every employee should have access to the tool data. In order for this process to work smoothly, it needs a center in which all information converges…the TDM Base Module and an efficient data base.
Diebold Gaging Products
Diebold gauging products are designed the help maintain the accuracy and alignment of all machining center spindles.
Diebold-CentroGrip Collet Chuck Series
The Diebold-CentroGrip collet chuck series is reportedly a new development of the proven ER collet system.
