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HydroForce HT Universal Hydraulic Chuck
With among the highest levels of transmittable torque due to a more compact design, featuring a 40 percent thicker front-wall cross-section, the new HydroForce HT universal hydraulic chuck from Kennametal is a cost-effective chucking solution that simplifies inventory while maximizing tool life and machining results for milling, drilling, reaming, and other rotating applications, according to the company.
Extrude Hone EVO Electrochemical Machine
Manufacturers and quality professionals requiring high-precision components such as automotive fuel systems and powertrains are under constant pressure to deliver the utmost quality efficiently. Consequently, Kennametal Precision Surface Solutions is announcing Extrude Hone EVO, the next generation of electrochemical machining solutions featuring proprietary generator technology delivering from 3kW to 100kW power depending on machine configuration.
Beyond Drive Inserts
Beyond Drive from Kennametal comes in a range of grades and geometries.
Extrude Hone MF Progress
Fuel system manufacturers seeking the best fuel performance require flexible high-flow grinding and high-flow test capabilities to achieve finely tuned orifices in numerous design variations. To this end, Kennametal Precision Surface Solutions is announcing EXTRUDE HONE MF PROGRESS, the next generation of flow tuning and flow measurement featuring a flow targeting accuracy to +/-1 percent aimed at orifices 100-350µm in parts less than 30mm in diameter and flow rates up to 5 L/min.
Absolute Rotary Encoders
HEIDENHAIN is expanding its range of absolute rotary encoders by introducing new devices with the SSI interface into its current 1000 series.
Thermal Module
ETEL presents the IMTHP, a thermal module that serves as an accessory to ETEL's torque motors, and is designed to provide absolute motor protection from overheating.
4×12 Inspection Master
The HEIDENHAIN 4x12 Inspection Master is now available for use in calibrating optical comparator system axes.
Haas Bar Feeder
When Haas Automation introduced the Servo Bar 300 bar feeder in 1999, it was instantly popular, because it was compact, easy to use, and affordable. For 2015, Haas engineers went back to the drawing board to reportedly make bar feeder operations easier, more efficient and faster.
RB-72 TT Robotic Blast System
Guyson Corp. has introduced a robotic blast system with two turntables on a shuttle transfer cart that facilitates loading and unloading during the automated grit blasting cycle.
SmartLAP Technology
Gleason Corp. announcesSmartLAP, a technology for lapping bevel gear sets, reportedly with unprecedented productivity, control and data collection.
Fowler Xtra-Value II Electronic Micrometer
The Fowler Xtra-Value II Electronic Micrometer from Paul N. Gardner Co. has a choice of measuring range, an LCD with an inch/metric switchable resolution, and is designed for general purpose measuring.
Thread Whirling Toolholder
Designed for single-spindle Swiss screw machines, the latest thread whirling toolholder from EXSYS Tool Inc. productively machines high-precision OD threads in challenging materials.
