Product News

Shigiya (USA) Ltd.’s GPD double-drive CNC cylindrical grinders feature a completely new design that uses a double center drive system. These grinders are based on the fundamental concepts of no setup required, improved processing accuracy and improved maintenance.

Allied Machine & Engineering highlights the availability of its PCD T-A Drill inserts, designed for drilling in carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP), used in lightweight aircraft wings and fuselages, and other highly abrasive substances. The PCD inserts improve tool life and value over competing products, according to the company.

Gehring L.P. has released the Lifehone L630 – the newest in its line of modular honing machines for precision metal components. The Lifehone L630 offers a systematic approach to help ensure an efficient manufacturing process. Features include standard part applications that can be honed on the Lifehone range from sun gears to connecting rods, hydraulic sleeves and injector pump components.

»titan«, the new high-end universal genius from Zoller Inc., allows fully automated measurements including cutting edge preparation using one system.

Walter Surface Technologies introduced the new and improved Topcut sanding disc. The Topcut sanding disc now features a new formulation of blue zirconium grain blend to remove more material, faster, according to the company.

The SpeedMarker 700 from Trotec Laser Inc. is a compact galvo laser marking station. The SpeedMarker series was designed for efficient industrial laser marking of metals and plastics.

Fives offers the Landis-Bryant RU2 Fuel MGMT grinder. This high-precision grinding technology incorporates a modular multiple-surface grinder with extended flexibility to grind most complex components for fuel systems, valve and drive trains, bearings, aerospace and medical applications.

»threadCheck« is the ZOLLER high-end universal measuring machine for distortion-free and accurate measurement of helical tools, specifically taps and hob cutters.

Walter says its double-sided ISO indexable inserts with RP7 geometry provide maximum process reliability in rough turning by combining a ground contact surface with an optimized profile that has a tailored protective chamfer to guard against fracturing. The RP7 benefits from a new design that features a specially designed T-land for protection against chipping, aground seating surface, center curve design for extra cutting edge strength and a deeper chip groove that enables higher feed rates.

Mitutoyo America Corp. introduces the 519 series of high-accuracy Mu-Checker probes and displays. These electronic gaging systems are suitable for a range of applications from the inspection room to production-line integration.

If tight tolerances and surface finishes are everyday work for you, the GPEL-30.25 meets your most demanding process requirements for quality, flexibility, and productivity. Powerful, user-friendly control and a highly reliable spindle are standout attributes of this new high-speed eccentric pin grinder.

Filter Technology has developed a unique Automatic Regeneration Cycle (ARC) that allows the filter cake to regenerate automatically before it is completely spent. This means longer filter cycles, reduced maintenance and less waste.

Tech-Etch specializes in the photo chemical etching of tungsten. Because tungsten is extremely dense, 71 percent heavier than lead, it is used in medical applications, including grids used to collimate and attenuate stray X-rays in CT scanners, as well as ID tags used in implanted medical devices.

Highly versatile, the Electric 2 Speed Pencil Engraver from C.H. Hanson features a solid stainless steel body with an ergonomic rubber finger grip to provide added comfort and ease of use. Thanks to its unique design, this multipurpose hand-held engraving instrument is an exceptionally lightweight, slender and superbly balanced device.

The Fox WS 2 Series oil/coolant mist collectors from LNS America Inc. efficiently and reliably remove oil/coolant mist, smoke and other fine aerosols and particulates from CNC machines to provide a healthier workplace, reduce absenteeism and lower HVAC costs. The five models with capacities from 170 to 1,250 CFM, enable users to properly match all machine sizes, types and processes that use water-soluble, synthetic or neat oil coolants, with or without high pressure delivery systems.

With its broad range of measurement accessories, the new Multimar 25 EWR Digital Universal Caliper from Mahr Federal is a versatile and configurable caliper for ID and OD measurement requirements. Available in four capacities with outside measuring ranges up to 1,250 mm (50 in.), the 25 EWR is an ideal tool for measuring outside and inside dimensions, narrow collars, external and internal tapers, dovetails, grooves, distances between hole centers, for centering shoulders and scribing workpieces.

J.W. Winco Inc. offers GN 437 zinc die-cast adjustable friction hinges. The RoHS-compliant hinge body is zinc die-cast, with either a black powder coated, textured finish or silver powder coated, textured finish.

CNC Software announces the release of Mastercam 2017. Mastercam 2017 brings a new suite of programming tools focused on delivering speed, automation, and efficiency for all machining jobs.

Delcam incorporates a wealth of new features into every release of its FeatureCAM product for automating CNC programming. FeatureCAM 2016 R3 available now, delivers a range of new features and improvements such as new toolpath strategies and access to Autodesk A360 collaboration software.

For the large-scale production of flat precision components Thielenhaus Microfinish says it presents a particularly cost-efficient, compact machining solution. In close collaboration with the Japanese mechanical engineers Nissei, the ultraprecision machine tool producers offer a double-disc grinding machine characterized by four advantages: precision, cost-effectiveness, ease of use and compactness.