Machining
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Smart EDM Technology
The VL600Q Wire EDM from Sodick utilizes the first SuperJet Automatic Wire Threader with an integrated “Pop-Up” search function that is not only ideal for unattended machining, but also improves the success of multi-hole threading and the threading of curved surfaces.
Bevel-Mill Plate Beveler
Ideal for edge beveling for weld preparation and finish chamfering, the lightweight Model 4000 Bevel-Mill plate beveler from Heck Industries uses a monster 4 hp motor to create bevels up to 3/4 in wide at 5-6 fpm.
Drill/Tap/Mill Centers
These high-speed, lean-style machining centers from Haas provide high acceleration rates, fast axis speeds, and short tool change times inside compact footprints that can be placed side-by-side for efficient use of floor space.
Metal Cutting Showcase
Here are some of the latest machine tools to help your shop become more competitive.
Periphery Grinding of Indexable Inserts
The Leo Peri high precision 4-axis grinding center from Agathon Machine Tools grinds the periphery of indexable carbide, cermet, ceramics and CBN inserts at high speeds and peak quality standards.
Fast, Powerful, Accurate 5-Axis CNC Machining
The MU-4000V vertical machining center from Okuma America is excellent for 5-axis multi-sided machining of parts for the aerospace and die/mold industries.
Reinventing Industrial Robotics
Lightweight, 6-axis UR5 and UR10 collaborative industrial robot arms from Universal Robots are for shops that thought robots were too expensive, cumbersome, and hard to program and integrate into existing production.
Record Machining Rate for Titanium
A Giddings & Lewis HMC 1600 from Fives Machining Systems combined potent cutting thrust with a high-torque T-Rex spindle to achieve the industry’s highest titanium metal removal rate for a single spindle.
AMRC Partners with DMG MORI in Hybrid Application Research
A LASERTEC 65 3D hybrid is being used to research additive and subtractive manufacturing of gears.
Life in the Fast (Digital) Lane
As shops face demands to reduce expenses and turn jobs around ever faster, many are looking for improved digital productivity to slash costs and reduce their overall manufacturing cycle. Here is a review of the latest CAD/CAM software, new advances in machine controls, and machine-based simulation that can help them do it.
HEMAQ Becomes Okuma Distributor
They now handle exclusive machine tool sales in Central America, Cuba and the Dominican Republic.
Allied Machine Celebrates 75 Years
Three generations of driving innovation in the drill manufacturing market.
