Product News

Race Engine shops can now CNC port cylinder heads and blueprint and machine engine blocks on the same machine with no fixtures to swap or realign. The latest CENTROID A560 5-axis machine tool with its patented ball screw driven 5th axis articulating head comes from a long line of CENTROID machines designed specifically for Internal Combustion Engine rebuilding, development and hot rodding.

With the introduction of the MarSurf XR 1 surface measuring system, Mahr has bridged the gap between portable surface measuring devices and larger, full-featured, PC-based surface measurement and evaluation systems.

Rosler announces its new TSA line of plunge finishers.

Unist Inc. offers an updated Serv-O-Spray system for MQL (Minimum Quantity Lubrication) metalcutting applications and for any application where a precise, controlled intermittent shot of lubricant is necessary.

PartMaker Inc. will begin shipping PartMaker Version 2013, the latest version of PartMaker Software for programming CNC Mills, Lathes, WireEDM, Turn-Mill Centers and Swiss-type lathes in the fourth quarter of 2012.

Techno Inc. introduced the new HDS Series CNC Router, an economical precision cutting system.

The Hardinge Grinding Group introduces a new 2-meter capacity, UltraGrind 2000 grinding machine manufactured by Jones & Shipman, a Kellenberger Company, which is a subsidiary of Hardinge Inc.

To meet the growing trend of manufacturers processing 3D components on abrasive waterjet machines, OMAX Corp. developed the latest version of its Intelli-MAX Software Suite.

J.W. Winco, Inc. now offers an extensive line of bearing lock nuts and lock washers in metric sizes.

VAC-U-MAX's Model 1050 has a atmospheric blowback system that allows filter cleaning with power on, large wheels to deliver superior maneuverability, and low noise levels.

Eriez Hydroflow Automatic Vacuum Filtration Systems work continuously with minimal operator attention and provides consistent solids separation, maximum coolant life and increased productivity for the metalworking industry.

Ultralast wheels from premium caster, wheel and trailer manufacturer Hamilton Caster are built to last, even under heavy loads and with continuous, higher-speed use.

A variety of quality-constructed, very versatile universal ball and socket shields are available from Rockford Systems Inc.

Several machine tool manufacturers, including Nakamura, are transitioning over to bolt-on style turrets for their horizontal lathes because these solutions are more robust and easier to use than VDI designs. In response, EXSYS Tool Inc. is introducing a new bolt-on mounting PRECI-FLEX Modular Tooling System for most Nakamura machines equipped with bolt-on style turrets.

FAUN, a German manufacturer of waste collection vehicles, has reviewed the production processes at its main plant in Osterholz-Scharmbeck (Lower Saxony) and initiated large-scale optimization measures for true material flow through all body manufacturing stations. While the modernization followed the model of the automotive industry, the big steel constructions required a suitable transport solution, RoundTrack technology from STROTHMANN enabled just such a solution.

Now available in high grade 17-4 stainless steel, Jergens popular Ball Lock Quick-Change Mounting & Fixturing System can now be expected to provide a long service life when installed in the most extreme operating environments.

LMC Industries, a full service metal stamping and molding company in Arnold, Mo., has added a Lucifer Dual Chamber furnace to its cadre of equipment.

Makino announces its new A-Series 5-axis horizontal machining centers for high-speed, high-efficiency aluminum machining of large, thin aerospace structural components, including wing spars, wing panels and floor beams.

GenSwiss announces new MULTIDEC 3000 coolant through tool holders that incorporate an internal coolant jet stream aimed at the 3000 series insert edge providing optimal lubrication and cooling, longer insert life for the full range of front turning, back turning, grooving, and threading operations.

Triumph Aerostructures' Vought Commercial Division has ordered two MAG Precision Mill/Trim (PMT) gantry systems for its Hawthorne, CA plant to keep pace with strong market demand. The two high-speed PMT gantries, inaugurating a new high-performance router platform, will be used to produce aluminum wide-body fuselage skins for next-generation commercial aircraft.