Product News

Makino offers the new T2 5-axis horizontal machining center with ADVANTiGE technology designed for mid-sized titanium aerospace part production.

Precision Brand Products introduces a safer, more economical alternative to the standard tool wrap rolls, 12" x 24" type 321 Heat Treating Sheets.

The patented 12 position mill/turn servo turret of the Diamont from Eurotech Elite has twelve live tool stations, four of which are capable of 360 degrees B axis rotation, to machine parts in the main or sub spindle.

A unique new mircoemulsion coolant for heavy duty/severe machining has been announced by its manufacturer, JTM Products Inc.

Datron Dynamics Inc. has announced the release of the M10 Pro, a "next generation" in their line of German-engineered high speed machining centers that includes significant advancements in their machining technology.

CAMIO7 from Nikon Metrology Inc. is a major software release in many ways. This multi-sensor CMM software now reflects the latest from Microsoft Windows, featuring the ribbon style toolbar.

Available with a digital micrometer that shows readings in 0.00005-inch (0.001mm) divisions, the new XAM-1 Measuring Microscope from Titan Tool Supply Inc. provides precision measurements that are not limited by magnification, field of view, or a calibrated reticle for its measuring capacity.

Riten Industries Inc.'s Extra-Light live centers are designed specifically to turn or grind parts weighing as little as two ounces.

Manufacturers of very small machined or molded medical parts and components can now inspect for burrs, surface finish and other defects inside even the smallest components, thanks to the new Hawkeye Pro MicroFlex, fiber optic borescopes manufactured by Gradient Lens Corp.

Reid Supply Co. offers a free online Carbon Footprint Calculator and other calculators to help industry and education take proactive steps to lower their energy use.

BIG Kaiser's 319 SW series is a rigid, new style, twin cutter rough boring system.

Saint-Gobain Abrasives' Norton brand has introduced Norton Vortex Rapid Finish Non-woven Right Angle Discs for the metal fabricating industry.

Metabo Corp. has introduced the new WP780 4 ½" angle grinder with a non-locking paddle switch.

An air-powered clamp that speeds attachment to the tube I.D. and releases the clamp ribs instantly after milling, to set up faster and help reduce operator fatigue, is available from ESCO Tool.

CGW-Camel Grinding Wheels offers a full line of USA-made carbide burs for metal working.

A full line of carbide burs that are offered in a variety of styles and shapes and are ideal for weld preparation and removal applications is available from Rex-Cut Products Inc.

HEIDENHAIN Corporation has coupled the new ACANTO Absolute Length Gage with the established and versatile ND 2100G GAGE-CHEK metrology readouts.

LOC-LINE Adjustable Hose System, manufactured by Lockwood Products Inc., has developed a new hose option for moderate pressure applications.

SICK announced the launch of the Lector620 image-based reader for 1D and 2D codes. The Lector620 is ideal for track and traceability applications.

CIMTECH 310 from Cimcool Fluid Technology, a low-pH synthetic fluid designed to meet the stringent requirements of the automotive and aerospace industries, has become the standard metalworking fluid for many manufacturers.