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Grade Provides Application Security for Steel Turning
September 26, 2017
Seco Tools has expanded its family of Duratomic-based TP grades to include TP3501, which is designed to provide optimal application security. New Product Post: 9/7/2017 Edited by Julia Hider Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop Seco Tools has expanded its family of Duratomic-based TP grades to include TP3501, which is designed to provide
M2136 Close Pitch Finishing Cutter Enhances Machining
September 26, 2017
Walter’s M2136 is a multi-tooth close pitch finishing cutter with eight cutting edges per insert. These stable, negative inserts promote not only stability but also ease of handling as well as leading to high levels of surface quality during the finishing process, the company says. The inserts for the M2136 are available in two
DoForce-Tri Shoulder Milling Cutters Meet Many Types of Jobs
September 26, 2017
Tungaloy America, Inc.’s DoForce-Tri is a shoulder milling cutter featuring a double sided insert with six cutting edges and three types of inserts to meet the needs of many different jobs. New Product Post: 9/8/2017 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production Machining Tungaloy America, Inc.’s DoForce-Tri is a shoulder
Controx Saw Blades Customizable for Particular Requirements
September 26, 2017
Controx Neuhauser’s precision saw blades are designed specifically for use with Hydromat machines. Available in 166 and 250 mm diameters, these Cobalt Steel (HSS-Co) saw blades feature an axial runout of = 0,1 mm/ 0.004” to assure a straight cut and minimize the breakage rate, the company says. To accommodate the wide range of
Seco Face Milling Cutter Body Doubles Tool Life
September 26, 2017
Seco’s R220.88 face milling cutter family features inserts with eight cutting edges and optimized geometries that provide tool life and reduced cutting forces, with 88-degree lead angle that allows for large depths of cut with smaller insert sizes.  New Product Post: 9/12/2017 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production Machining
Indexable Tools Bring Solid Job Shop Returns
September 26, 2017
An event in the heart of Europe sheds light on how the company behind Precision Twist Drill and other venerable solid-round-tool brands aims to break into the North American indexable-insert market. Blog Post: 9/19/2017 Matt Danford Senior Editor, Modern Machine Shop “When people think about indexables, the same eight or nine brands always
Emuge, Open Mind to Offer Free Seminar on Five-Axis Machining
September 26, 2017
The event will focus on the former’s trochoidal and circle-segment end mills and the latter’s CAM package. News Post: 9/18/2017 Edited by Jedd Cole Associate Editor, Modern Machine Shop Emuge Corp. and Open Mind Technologies USA Inc. are teaming up to hold a complimentary technical seminar on advanced strategies for five-axis milling
Trochoidal End Mills Minimize Risk of Chip Buildup
September 26, 2017
Emuge Corp.’s Trochoidal line of solid carbide end mills with unique geometry and chip breakers are designed specifically for trochoidal milling. They provide increased metal removal rates, fewer tool paths and longer tool life, while enabling a high axial depth of cut. New Product Post: 9/16/2017 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant Editor,
Tool Kits Enable Cutting, Finishing Ports
September 26, 2017
Allied Machine & Engineering announces the expansion of its AccuPort 432/AccuThread 856 program to include more than 120 kits for manufacturing hydraulic ports and manifolds. New Product Post: 9/22/2017 Edited by Julia Hider Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop Allied Machine & Engineering announces the expansion of its AccuPort
Electromechanical Turret Saves Energy
September 26, 2017
Duplomatic Automation presents its completely electric electromechanical turret a single direct motor and electromagnetic locking device. No extra equipment is required, simplifying installation. It is designed to be eco-friendly and energy-saving, as it has no seal friction to overcome, no auxiliary equipment, eliminates the use of
Multitasking Turning Center Features Double Turrets, Spindles
September 26, 2017
The GMS-2600 ST multitasking turning center is now available from Yama Seiki. This hybrid machine includes X, Y, Z and C axes with a live tooling turret, high-speed spindle, automatic toolchanger (ATC) system and B axis. The GMS-2600 ST combines a turning center and machining center into one machine to perform complex free-shape machining, tapping,
July 2017 Product Spotlight Slideshow: Turning
September 26, 2017
This month’s Modern Equipment Review Spotlight focuses on a variety of lathes and turning equipment. Blog Post: 7/24/2017 Jedd Cole Associate Editor, Modern Machine Shop The slideshow above, based on our July print issue’s Modern Equipment Review Spotlight, features turning machines, including high-production lathes, turn-mills and even
T8 Hybrid Mill/Turn Center Enables Complete Machining
September 26, 2017
Absolute Machine Tools, Inc.’s Quicktech T8 Hybrid nine-axis twin spindle mill/turn center combines a three-axis power turret and a 360° B-axis with a sub-spindle that features a four-axis gang slide to enable complete machining of complex parts with a capacity of 38 tools. The T8 Hybrid has two turning spindles and two live milling
CAD/CAM Software Update Includes Exclusive Turning Strategies
September 26, 2017
Mastercam 2018 introduces new 2D/3D milling features, design improvements, turning and mill-turn enhancements, and more. Stock awareness has been added to select 2D tool paths and enable tool motion on the top, bottom or both values of the stock. This provides safer and more optimized tool motion. The workflow for all 3D High Speed tool paths has
Programming Considerations for Inverted Vertical Turning
September 26, 2017
Since its inception, the self-loading/unloading design of inverted vertical turning machines has evolved to include multitasking operations that augment its original task of turning. This article looks at ways to optimize the programming of these machines and to take advantage of the multiple operations available for workpiece processing. In the
i-42 ROBO and i-60 ROBO Mill/Turn Centers Integrate Robots
September 26, 2017
Distributed by Absolute Machine Tools, Inc., Quicktech i-42 ROBO and i-60 ROBO four-axis mill/turn centers feature integrated six-axis Mitsubishi robots for fast, automated loading and unloading of medium-diameter (i42: 42 mm/1.68", i60: 60 mm/2.36") bar stock. In addition to carrying out highly productive turning, the machines can perform complex
Gantry-Type Milling Machine Minimizes Cycle Times
September 26, 2017
Soraluce’s PXG-W gantry-type multitasking milling machine is said to reduce the number of clamps required and minimize cycle times and potential errors on large-sized workpieces. The machining center has a working volume of 1,000 m3 and is designed to meet the machining requirements of the energy, marine and CHP motor industries. The
Case Study: Manufacturing the Tools for Tattoos
September 26, 2017
Dan Kubin’s artistry isn’t just skin deep. He’s found a way to channel his creativity into another part of the tattooing process—designing and developing the machines that apply tattoos. Blog Post: 8/10/2017 Emily Probst Managing Editor, Modern Machine Shop Dan Kubin used to prototype his distinctive rotary tattoo machines
HMC Designed for Rapid Metal Removal for Aerospace, Automotive
September 26, 2017
Doosan Machine Tools introduces the NHP horizontal machining center series, built for rapid metal removal rates. Designed to meet the manufacturing demands of industries such as automotive and aerospace, the 400-mm pallet NHP 4000 and the 500-mm pallet NHP 5000 are feature-rich yet configurable for a range of applications. The NHP machines come
Technology Corrects Spindles Working Independently
September 26, 2017
EMO 2017: Licon will present its i3 technology, which enables correction of spindles working independently of each other.  New Product Post: 8/21/2017 Edited by Julia Hider Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop Licon will present its i3 technology, which enables correction of spindles working independently of each other. The technology
Rifling Machine Improves Capacity, Accuracy
September 26, 2017
Designed as a reliable, high-precision solution for gun manufacturers, Unisig’s R-2A rifling machine accurately finishes barrel blanks. New Product Post: 8/16/2017 Edited by Kyle Stone Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop Designed as a reliable, high-precision solution for gun manufacturers, Unisig’s R-2A rifling machine accurately
NHP Horizontal Machining Centers Improve Productivity
September 26, 2017
Doosan’s NHP Horizontal Machining Center series comes with a 15,000 rpm spindle with 40 horsepower and 169 foot-pounds of torque, a high-torque 15,000 rpm spindle with 223 foot-pounds for heavy cutting, and a 20,000 rpm spindle is in development for customers with higher speed precision applications. New Product Post: 8/15/2017 Edited by
Gundrilling Machine Performs Complex Operations in Single Fixturing Setup
September 26, 2017
Westec 2017: Kays Engineering presents its Eldorado KM75-48 three-axis gundrilling machine, which is used to manufacture products like transmission shafts, manifolds and mold matrices. New Product Post: 8/9/2017 Edited by Julia Hider Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop Kays Engineering presents its Eldorado KM75-48 three-axis gundrilling
MA-600HII Horizontal Machining Center Designed for High Volume
September 26, 2017
Okuma’s MA-600HII horizontal machining center incorporates high torque spindle options designed for high volume material removal rates and allows for steady milling, boring, drilling and tapping of mass production parts to long, continuous cycles for die/mold applications. New Product Post: 9/25/2017 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant
2SP-150H Horizontal CNC Lathe is Compact and Flexible
September 26, 2017
Okuma’s 2SP-150H horizontal twin spindle lathe removes metal in a small space and is used for small part CNC machining, allowing easy and fast access to the workpiece and tooling.  New Product Post: 9/17/2017 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production Machining Okuma America Corp.’s 2SP-150H horizontal twin spindle lathe
BTA Drilling Machine Reduces Weight of Helicopter Drive Shafts
September 26, 2017
The DeHoff BTA/STS 2084 drilling machine is designed for drilling on-center holes using the BTA/STS process for applications such as the manufacture of drive shafts for helicopter tail rotors. New Product Post: 9/8/2017 Edited by Julia Hider Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop The DeHoff BTA/STS 2084 drilling machine from Kays Engineering is
Buying an HMC: What Makes Horizontal Machining Centers Different
September 26, 2017
Is it time to move up to a horizontal machining center? Let’s consider some of the structural, application and design factors that differentiate HMCs from vertical machines. This blog post is adapted from an article by Barry Rogers which appeared in the May edition of the Machine/Shop print supplement to Modern Machine Shop. In general, shops
DHF 8000 Machining Center Processes Large, Complex Parts
September 26, 2017
Doosan’s DHF 8000 is an 800-mm twin pallet five-axis horizontal machining center with a nodding head. This HMC was specifically designed for the processing of large, complex parts such as those used in the aerospace, oil field and automotive industries. New Product Post: 9/1/2017 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production Machining
Workholding System Suits Five-Axis Machining by Clamping Underneath
September 26, 2017
The clearance is an added benefit of the quick-change system, potentially facilitating five-axis as an automation tool. Blog Post: 7/21/2017 Peter Zelinski Editor-in-Chief, Modern Machine Shop Five-axis machining has become one of the most important technologies in metalworking today. The reason is not because the technology is new (which, of
Linear Drives Double Productivity of Single-, Twin-Spindle Machining Centers
September 26, 2017
Chiron’s single and twin-spindle models FZ08 FX and DZ08 FX compact milling centers are now equipped with Chiron’s dynamic precision package, which was presented at IMTS last year on the FZ08 MT machine model. According to the company, the new DZ08 FX Precision+ and the FZ08 FX Precision+ are up to 50 percent more productive than the
VMCs Can be Connected to Form Smart Production Line
September 26, 2017
EMO 2017: Okuma will demonstrate its MU-S600V five-axis vertical machining center, which enables five-face machining of workpieces as large as 600 mm in diameter. New Product Post: 8/23/2017 Edited by Julia Hider Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop Okuma will demonstrate its MU-S600V five-axis vertical machining center, which enables
DMG MORI Opens New Tech Center and Showroom in Southwest Ohio
September 26, 2017
Site to provide customer support and training for technologies such as five-axis machining and multifunction turning centers. Blog Post: 8/17/2017 Peter Zelinski Editor-in-Chief, Modern Machine Shop Manufacturers from throughout the region attended the ribbon cutting and open house for the new West Chester, Ohio, location. This week, DMG
Methods Machine Tools to Host MetalStorm 2017
September 26, 2017
Methods Machine Tools Inc. will host MetalStorm 2017 October 4-5 at its corporate showroom and technical center in Sudbury, Massachusetts. The open house event will showcase manufacturing products designed to enhance productivity and overcome specific manufacturing challenges. To pre-register for this event at the company’s website. The event
Compact Five-Axis Machine Handles Steel, Cast Iron, Titanium
September 26, 2017
Built on the company’s FZ33 Compact, Zimmerman’s FZ40 Compact offers the same rigid monoblock structure for rapid, easy setup while enabling heavy-duty cutting with an emphasis on toolmaking. Whereas the FZ33 Compact was designed for fast and efficient machining of aluminum and composites, the FZ40 Compact goes a step further; with the
Applying Automotive Machining Lessons to Aerospace
September 26, 2017
Even before 12-year-old Brian Ickler first climbed into the driver’s seat of his father’s custom buggy in the southern California desert, he knew he’d have a future in racing. More than 20 years later, however, Mr. Ickler spends more time in front of a machine tool CNC than behind the wheel of a racecar. It’s been that way
Optimized Milling Strategy for Five-Axis Titanium Blisk Machining
September 26, 2017
A new finishing strategy using specially designed barrel cutters is said to reduce five-axis titanium blisk machining times by 50 percent. Many of the new designs for both military- and civil-aircraft turbine engines feature blisk rotors instead of single-bladed rotor assemblies because of their significant weight reduction, greater resilience and
Handtmann Group Sells A-Punkt Automation to Managing Director
September 26, 2017
The Handtmann Group of Companies has sold Handtmann A-Punkt Automation GmbH and the foreign companies belonging to the division in the USA, Russia and China to the current Managing Director, Armin Walther, within the framework of a management buyout. The sale, Handtmann says, was premised on trust in Mr. Walther and his convincing presentation for
Using Hybrid Additive Manufacturing, GE Leverages Turbine Blade Repair into Efficiency Improvement
September 26, 2017
An engineering modification that would have been impractical or cost-prohibitive in the past is realized on a machine tool performing metal 3D printing and machining in the same cycle. Blog Post: 9/12/2017 Peter Zelinski Editor-in-Chief, Modern Machine Shop GE is perhaps the major manufacturing company most closely associated with the advance of
Abrasive Belt Machine Reaches Normally Inaccessible Areas
September 26, 2017
Westec 2017: Dynabrade will feature its Dynafile abrasive belt machine, which is designed to grind, deburr, blend and finish normally inaccessible areas on materials such as metal, plastic, fiberglass and other composites. New Product Post: 8/29/2017 Edited by Julia Hider Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop Dynabrade will feature its
Tool Grinding Machine’s Enhanced Travel Distances Machines Carbide Tools
September 26, 2017
Westec 2017: Vollmer will feature its VGrind 360 tool grinding machine, featuring enhanced travel distances for machining carbide tools with diameters ranging to 100 mm. New Product Post: 8/25/2017 Edited by Julia Hider Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop Vollmer will feature its VGrind 360 tool grinding machine, featuring enhanced travel
X-Bore Tooling Series Deburrs Cross Bores
September 26, 2017
Heule Tool Corp.’s X-Bore tooling series for the automated precision deburring of cross bores has four chip making tool versions available. New Product Post: 8/25/2017 Edited by Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production Machining Heule Tool Corp.’s X-Bore tooling series for the automated precision deburring of cross bores has
Grinding Center Sharpens Gear Tools
September 26, 2017
Gear Expo 2017: Haas will feature the Multigrind five-axis grinding center, which was designed for manufacturing and sharpening gear tools such as hobs. New Product Post: 9/8/2017 Edited by Julia Hider Assistant Editor, Modern Machine Shop Haas will feature the Multigrind five-axis grinding center, which was designed for manufacturing and
System Balances and Monitors Grinding Wheels
September 26, 2017
Marposs has announced the availability of its P1dWB, an entry-level grinding wheel balancing and process monitoring system intended to replace the company’s E78 and E82 electronic systems. Designed with full backwards capability, the system features functions such as pre-balancing and spectral analysis of the imbalance. It can also
Multigrind’s Tool Magazine Combines Milling and Grinding
September 26, 2017
Haas Multigrind LLC’s tool magazine has space for 70 grinding wheels, enabling customers to combine multiple, high-precision, complex grinding and milling operations into a single part clamping and single machine cycle. New Product Post: 9/4/2017 Bart Bishop Assistant Editor, Production Machining Haas Multigrind LLC’s tool magazine
Grinding Machine Magazines Hold 70 Grinding Wheels
September 26, 2017
Haas Multigrind’s CB grinding machine can be equipped with a new high-capacity 2,000 × 2,400 × 3,200-mm shelf magazine. The magazine offers space for 65 grinding wheels of 300-mm diameters or less. On the Multigrind CA grinding machine, the shelf magazine can be equipped with as many as 70 grinding wheels ranging to 250 mm in
Schütte Appoints CEO for North America
September 26, 2017
Schütte (Jackson, Michigan) has appointed Jeffrey Reinert as CEO for the company’s North American operations. Schütte supplies a range of multi-spindle machine tools and grinders for production work in various sectors of the metalworking market, including medical, orthopedic, tooling, contract machining and more. Mr. Reinert brings
New Centerless Grinder Keeps Shop Moving Forward
September 26, 2017
Since attaining ISO 9001:2008 certification in 2011, the family-owned Brunswick, Ohio-based Grind All Inc. has been applying time and resources toward meeting its ongoing quality goals. During an evaluation process, it came to light that some of its equipment was out of date. That’s when President Henry Matousek Jr. turned to Total Grinding
Wire EDM Series Features Two Options for Surface Roughness
September 26, 2017
Global EDM Inc. introduces the Excetek VGPlus series of wire EDMs. New Product Post: 6/22/2017 Edited by Jedd Cole Associate Editor, Modern Machine Shop Global EDM Inc. introduces the Excetek VGPlus series of wire EDMs. The series has a new digital power manager for improved cutting and accuracy, an HP AVR circuit for better accuracy with multiple
Die-Sinking EDM Features Low Energy Consumption
September 26, 2017
Available from GF Machining Solutions, the AgiesCharmilles Form 20 EDM features Intelligent Power Generator (IPG) technology that gives it low energy consumption levels (3.7 kW/hr. at full power). New Product Post: 6/21/2017 Edited by Jedd Cole Associate Editor, Modern Machine Shop Available from GF Machining Solutions, the AgiesCharmilles Form 20
Growing with the Times (and Customer Demands)
September 26, 2017
What do you do when your biggest customers ask for more advanced manufacturing capabilities closer to their assembly plants? According to Tyler Burke, CEO of Turbine Technologies Inc., “You’re either going to innovate and invest or you’re going to be rationalized.” To grow his business, he made the decision to invest in EDMs