DXF – complex made easy with ProtoTRAK Setting the standard for at-machine conversational programming for one-off and small batch work the ProtoTRAK SMX CNC system from XYZ Machine Tools adds further productivity and simplicity for even the…
CGTech releases VERICUT software version 8.1 CGTech has announced the next major release of VERICUT software. VERICUT CNC machine simulation, verification, and optimisation software simulates all types of CNC machining, additive, and hybrid manufacturing processes. The…
Crosshole deburring of complex aerospace parts In automated machining for aerospace, removal of burrs and sharp edges in cross-drilled holes and other difficult-to-access areas such as undercuts, grooves, slots, or internal holes can be tedious and…
Peli unveils high-impact Drone and UAV protection cases Peli Products says professionals and drone enthusiasts can count on the design and manufacture of its high-performance protective case solutions as the reliable partner for protecting fragile drones, multirotor systems…
Aerco now stocking TE Deutsch 38999 ACT composite connectors Aerco says it is now stocking TE Connectivity (TE)’s Deutsch MIL-DTL-38999 series ACT composite connectors, which are claimed to deliver up to 40% weight savings over similar aluminium devices. TE’s…
CMS unveils Ikon for fast, accurate composite and aluminium machining Fast, accurate, flexible, words used by CMS to describe its new machine centre for high volume machining of formed composite and aluminium components. Twin 5-axis spindles with independent movement to…
Walter Ewag accelerates machining routines Walter Ewag UK has announced two new developments to further accelerate machining routines on its range of Walter Helitronic multi-axis tool grinders: the GDS automatic tool clamping system and the…
Get set, go with Mahr’s new bore gauge setting tool A new bore gauge setting tool from Mahr is said to makes setting up adjustable indicating instruments, such as Mahr's 844 N Adjustable Bore Gage and 844 T Universal ID/OD…
Milacron’s CIMCOOL introduces new metalworking fluid Milacron has announced that its CIMCOOL brand, a leader in fluid technology, has released a boron and formaldehyde releasing agent free product for extra heavy-duty applications in the aerospace industry.…
A step up in spindle performance At this year’s EMO in Hannover on the GF machining Solutions stand, Step-Tec High-speed motor spindles will be featured. The high-performance spindles are used for mould making, production, energy and…
New Mahr micrometer set to simplify measuring Mahr wireless data transmission capability is now integrated within its new digital micrometer Micromar 40 EWRi. The new 40 EWRi is the latest addition to Mahr's Integrated wireless family of…
Take the plunge with MonsterMill WNT’s latest solid carbide milling development, the MonsterMill PCR UNI enables precise, process-secure, ramping/plunge milling at high angles or with extreme chip volumes during full slot milling, providing a new…
May the force be with you Starrett has introduced handheld force measurement to its product line up. The new DFC and DFG Series Digital Force Controllers enables accurate batch testing on the move. The new controllers…
Laser texturing to mould and die for DMG Mori has introduced a new, 5-axis CNC machine for laser ablation of geometrically defined textures into the surface of moulds. Called LASERTEC 75 Shape, the machine has a footprint…
Direct tapping, no tool breakages Yamawa introduces the new family of ACHSP taps that enables significant reduction of production time in the manufacturing of aluminium workpieces that require threading of cored holes. Time reduction is…
Hexagon unveils new GLOBAL optical scanning system Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence has launched GLOBAL Advantage HTA (High Throughput and Accuracy), an enhanced metrology solution for the aerospace industry. Increased production demand for higher performance aircraft engines spurred the…
Direct tapping with no tool breakage Yamawa introduces the new family of ACHSP taps that enables significant reduction of production time in the manufacturing of aluminium workpieces that require threading of cored holes. The time reduction…
The rise of the robots DMG Mori has introduced a mobile robotic cell to automate its CNC turning centres. Called Robo2Go, it loads raw billets from a tray and unloads machined components automatically. The unit…
Diamond-tipped tools forever Diamond-tipped Supermini and Mini tools with internal cooling directly to the cutting edge are the latest additions to the products Horn offers for boring, profiling and grooving. Supermini tools with…
Turning on the edge Five insert edge preparations for different hard metal turning applications when using Sumitomo Electric Hardmetal’s BNC2010 and BNC2020 cubic boron nitride (CBN) inserts, are said to enable specific process situations…
CGTech adds new additive simulation capability CGTech’s next version of its CNC simulation software, Vericut, will include a new additive manufacturing (AM) simulation module. With more manufactures adopting AM into their daily operations, CGTech has responded…
ANCA’s LinX cylindrical linear motor’s flying finish! As well as being pleasing to the eye, highly-polished flutes and gash surfaces improve chip evacuation and significantly improve tool performance and life. The smoother surface enables swarf (or chips)…
CGTech announces UK launch of Vericut Force Developer of Vericut CNC simulation, verification and optimisation software, CGTech is set to officially launch its latest ‘physics-based’ toolpath optimisation module, Vericut Force, in the UK with a series of…
Made for hard metal machining Sumitomo Electric Hardmetal has released AC6000M, a new series of turning insert grades and three chipbreaker styles to cover roughing, semi-finishing and the finish machining of ferritic high chrome, Martensitic,…
