Product News

HEIDENHAIN previously introduced the use of Siemens DRIVE-CLiQ communication protocol into its 400 series rotary encoder product line in November 2013. The company is offering this interface in its ECN/EQN 1300 optical absolute encoders.

Omegasonics introduced two ultrasonic cleaning units for use with fuse deposition modeling (FDM) 3D parts.

Osborn's engineers develop problem-solving JacksonLea polishing solutions at Hamilton, Ohio Product and Application Lab.

The Eriez 5-Star Service Team is available, even on short notice, to service and repair equipment on-site at customers' facilities.

SICK announced the launch of the CLV600 IP 69K Housing bar code scanners, which provide high read rates in challenging conditions.

ETEL presents its most well known and best-selling motor worldwide to North America, the ironcore TMB torque motor series. Continuing its reputation of being a worldwide leader in direct drive technology and maintaining the status of having one of the largest market shares for torque motors, the TMB series is a prime example of ETEL's quality in performance and design, and is now available through exclusive distribution by HEIDENHAIN Corp.•

Parlec Inc. has introduced the Origin, a compact tool measurement and inspection system that weighs 140 lbs.

Lincoln Electric introduces its preventive maintenance service that offers numerous short- and long-term benefits for customers who use fume extraction systems.

With the INOSCREW modular milling system, the tool manufacturer InovaTools says it supports tool and mold construction with a technically sophisticated and cost-effective solution.

ABB has unveiled a collaborative robot: YuMi.

Hexagon Metrology announced a new release of DataPage+ 5.0, statistical process control (SPC) software for quality assurance professionals.

Owing to new processing technologies, 15 years ago, Lach Diamond pioneered to place ;a chipbreaker guide step three-dimensionally as a chipbreaker into the diamond layer of a PCD insert. From this the company developed several variations for their chipbreaker program for the machining of nonferrous metals, especially for aluminum. This became a key element in series and mass manufacturing. The Titan is the patented >>chipbreaker Type IS<< (US Patent 6.315.502).

SGS Tool Co. has expanded its S-Carb offering to include a new ballnose geometry, additional corner radius and reach options and larger diameters.

Kurt introduces new 8-inch VersatileLock vises available in manual, reverse and hydraulic versions.

REGO-FIX Tool Corp. offers new versions of its secuRgrip anti-pullout toolholding system that can be used in any ER collet system, as well as applied in REGO-FIX milling chucks.

EXAIR's new 1" High Power Stainless Steel Flat Super Air Nozzle produces a flat 1" (25mm) wide airstream with a strong blowing force of 16 ounces (462g) when mounted 12" (305mm) from the target.

Walter USA LLC has introduced the M4000, a universal milling system that improves production while reducing tooling requirements, thus reducing costs.

J.W. Winco Inc. offers GN 115.7 zinc die-cast door handles with a latch mechanism in metric sizes.

Shops turning a wide range of materials face extreme challenges daily. They know that the most efficient machining means finding the "sweet spot." Too slow may increase attention to detail but also increase opportunities from speedier competitors. Accelerating speeds and feeds may actually lower efficiency if you're using up tooling faster or stopping your turning center more often to clean out stringers. The WIDIA Victory family of turning inserts from WIDIA is announcing new geometries and grades that extend your turning sweet spot by delivering excellent chip flow that results in smooth machining, improved efficiencies, and extended tool life.

A line of large CO₂ lenses and mirrors for Mitsubishi and Mazak lasers that are in-stock for 24-hour shipment to allow companies to reduce consumable costs are available from Laser Research Optics.