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64-BIT VERSION OF CAM SOFTWARE AVAILABLE
Alibre CAM 2.0 64-bit, an add-on to Alibre Design 3D CAD software, allows machinists to take full advantage of the 64-bit computing architecture, dramatically increasing the upper limits of what can be machined.
COMBINATION AIRFLOW JUMBO WALK-IN OVEN
This 350 deg F jumbo combination walk-in oven from The Grieve Corporation uses two 20 hp re-circulating blowers with total 49,500 cfm capacity to cure composite parts.
PRECISION TOMBSTONES FOR HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL MACHINING CENTERS
Steel tombstones up to 40 in square by 60 in tall in several shapes from Stevens Engineering are available with a standard hole pattern, alternate patterns or plain, finished or unfinished, for users who prefer to machine features suited to their particular needs.
CAM SYSTEM TOOLPATHS PREVENT EXCESSIVE LOADING ON TOOL AND MACHINE
The PowerMILL CAM system for five-axis and high-speed machining from Delcam makes programming of safe toolpaths easy through new stock-model-engagement options that protect both the cutting tool and the machine from excessive loading.
PURGE PIPEWORK WITH WATER-SOLUBLE DAM
Weldwide Solutions Limited manufactures water-soluble paper products purging pipework with a dam that can be dissolved with water after welding.
SWAGING COLLAR STUDS ATTACH MULTIPLE PANELS AND/OR DISSIMILAR MATERIALS
PEM® Type SGPC™ swaging collar studs from Penn Engineering allow close centerline-to-edge distance for limited-space applications, can even accommodate stainless steel, and exhibits strong torque-out resistance.
MILLING CUTTER FOR ROUGHING AND FINISHING CAST IRON
Sumitomo unveils SumiMill GOALMILL milling cutter for roughing and finishing cast iron with exceptional accuracy.
HIGH-PERFORMANCE TAP LINE WITH JAPANESE INDUSTRIAL STANDARD SPECIFICATION (JIS)
The Emuge JIS Line includes a selection of taps and cold-forming taps.
MID-SIZE ROBOT FOR HIGH-OUTPUT, SMALL FOOTPRINT ARC WELDING
With cables and hoses protected in the upper arm, the IRB 2600ID from ABB Robotics shortens welding cycle times by 15 percent, with lower operational costs and simplified programming.
LEARN HOW TO IMPLEMENT AN EXTREME MAKEOVER, FACTORY EDITION
The Factory Makeover training DVD from Visual Workplace illustrates, through a case study of La-Z-boy, how to effectively create a visual workplace that stands the test of time, and yields amazing results.
Duo Series of Wire EDMs Improve Accuracy, Speed
Makino’s DUO series provide enhanced performance, accuracy, speed, ease of operation and maintenance with features such as dual wire guide options, a dual spark generator, dual anchored ball screws, and dual high-pressure flush pumps.
ZOLLER’S NEWLY DEVELOPED »POM« PRODUCT SERIES
ZOLLER’s »pom« product series is a new type of inspection machine designed especially for use in the tool manufacturing industry, as well as grinding and sharpening companies. »pom« machines are equipped with special functionalities required, e.g. for the production of milling cutters or drills and use directly next to the CNC machine.
