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Tooling & Workholding Showcase
Take a closer look at some of the latest advances in tooling and workholding systems that might help you increase productivity, improve quality and reduce costs.
Hollow Shaft Direct Drive Torque Motors for Machine Tools
Innovative high performance brushless torque motors from CNC specialist NUM have very low cogging torque that is ideal for direct drive machine tools, rotary tables and radial positioning units.
Smart Light Curtains for Reliable Safety in Harsh Environments
Using intelligent algorithms and reduced resolution, the deTec4 light curtain from Sick differentiates between people and materials to increase productivity and prevent unwanted shutoffs and unnecessary downtime.
Measure Gears with Different Diameters Without Mechanical Retooling
For measuring flexibility on the shop floor, the M62 Flex manual bench gauge from Marposs uses a universal reference to locate each part and soft-touch engagement with the gear being measured to prevent any potential damage from contact.
High Efficiency Dust Collection for Fabrication Shops
Using HemiPleat technology, the Gold Cone X-Flo filter cartridge from Camfil stays cleaner and lasts longer than conventional pleated filters in welding, thermal spray, plasma cutting, laser cutting and abrasive blasting operations.
This Gripper IS Rocket Science
Built with NASA-created technology, the unique Gecko Gripper from OnRobot is a cost-efficient alternative to vacuum systems, replacing compressed air with tactile technology that adhere to surfaces the same way that geckos climb.
Non-Contact Laser Measurement of Pin Gages or Plug Gages
The ultra-precise LSM-6902H Laser Scan Micrometer from Mitutoyo delivers high accuracy measurement with best-in-class repeatability.
High Throughput Automatic Vision Inspection of Repetitive, Larger Parts
The 3-axis AV450 Automatic Vision System from Starrett is so versatile, accurate and fast that users can cost-effectively achieve high throughput inspection of repetitive, larger parts, as well as routine quality assurance.
Measure Shafts and Cylindrical Parts with No Thermal Variation
Rugged TurnCheck systems from QVI use advanced optics to mitigate the effects of thermal variation and deliver fast, accurate measurements in shop floor conditions where vibration and temperature variation are common.
Heavy Duty Vises Deliver Maximum Clamping Force
For maximum clamping force with less operator effort in manufacturing, construction, oil and gas applications, the stout Wilton Mechanics Pro Vise from JPW Industries features an exclusive needle roller thrust bearing design that no other vise employs.
Metal Cutting Showcase
Take a closer look at some of the latest advances in metal cutting equipment that might help you increase productivity, improve quality and reduce costs.
Chucks that Increase Machining Precision and Reduce Tooling Inventories
With application flexibility to secure milling tools for roughing and finishing operations as well as drilling and tapping tools, cost effective Power Milling Chucks from Seco Tools deliver high precision with 5-micron runout accuracy at 3XD.
