Metalex invests in a fourth Starrag machine Cincinnati-based Metalex Manufacturing, already owns three Starrag machine tools, but after extensive benchmarking, has chosen to invest in a Droop+Rein T portal machining centre from Starrag — its largest investment…
Horn expands its DTM lightweight milling system Horn has expanded its DTM lightweight milling system to include two new versions. DTM.CX09 arbour milling cutters are designed as roughing tools for use in machining applications that involve high…
Walter cuts a fine path in milling developments Walter announced a flurry of developments in milling cutter technology - all designed to generate cost-savings and improved process integrity benefits. Firstly, Walter’s new PCD cutter uses a variety of…
Guyson launches ‘Standard Blast Products’ brochure Guyson International has just issued a new ‘Standard Blast Products’ brochure that all in one place showcases its comprehensive range of ‘standard’ blast cabinets. This glossy 12-page brochure features their…
Okuma’s GENOS combines productivity and precision With the GENOS M460V-5AX, Okuma, represented in the UK by NCMT, offers a 5-axis machining centre that it claims provides highest quality at an entry-level price. Equipped with multiple hardware…
New workholding systems for horizontal machining New towers have been introduced by Roemheld UK for clamping multiple workpieces on the table or pallet of horizontal machining centres. TS towers feature four vertical faces for holding 4,…
Horn extends DTM face milling cutter system Horn has expanded its DTM lightweight milling system to include two new versions. DTM.CX09 arbour milling cutters are designed as roughing tools for use in machining applications that involve high…
Porvair launches its 2019 Filtration Catalogue Porvair has launched its 2019 Filtration Catalogue, which features an extensive range of products. The new catalogue highlights its continuous dedication to finding new ways to fulfil its customers’ filtration…
Zotefoams reports high demand for its ZOTEK foam Zotefoams, a world leader in cellular materials technology, reports a sustained increase in demand for its ZOTEK F used in advanced lightweighting applications within the aviation sector. Available in flexible,…
Okuma unveils new double column machining centre Okuma, represented in the UK and Ireland by NCMT. claims it is setting standards with its new double column machining centre MCR-S (Super). In terms of accuracy, productivity and flexibilities,…
NCSIMUL creates ‘Digital Twin’ to meet rising ramp-up rates NCSIMUL MACHINE simulation and optimisation software from SPRING Technologies helps aerospace and other manufacturers create ‘digital twin’ process models that facilitate fulfilment of customer demands for higher production rates and…
Seco Jabro-Mini JM500 delivers for micro-machining Seco’s Jabro-Mini JM500 range comprises over 180 different end mills. All have been specifically designed for machining small and nano-sized parts typically found in the aerospace, medical and 3C (Computers,…
Sumitomo unveils ‘global standard’ endmill and slot drill range Extending its range of solid carbide endmills and slot drills defined by Sumitomo Electric Hardmetal as its ‘Global Standard’, the GSX MILL Series is now available. The latest milling cutters…
ABB unveils new ceiling-mounted SCARA robot ABB has expanded its SCARA robot family with the launch of a compact invert-mounted model for small parts assembly applications. By mounting the IRB 910INV on the ceiling, manufacturers can…
Zimmermann unveils new HMC for producing airframe structures A new, 6-axis, horizontal-spindle machining centre (HMC) with a working volume starting from X:4,100mm x Y:1,600mm x Z:650mm, with options of 2.1m and 2.6m in the Y axis and up…
Seco Tools strengthens its Steadyline range Seco Tools has announced that it has expanded its range of Steadyline vibration-damping (long reach) turning and boring bars and heads, with the introduction of new 25mm diameter Steadyline bars,…
Compact turn-mill centre for one-hit production of large parts The trend towards single set-up CNC machining of ever more complex and higher quality components means that multi-tasking machine tools are essential in order to remain competitive, especially when producing…
Sandvik aids machining small seal fin features in HRSA materials Sandvik Coromant has unveiled an extension to its CoroCut 1-2 carbide and CBN-tipped grooving inserts designed specifically for seal fin machining in HRSA materials. Originally available in 2mm widths, the…
Okuma presents new LU7000 EX 4-axis lathe Okuma’s new two-saddle lathe LU7000 EX, represented in the UK by NCMT, is equipped with a high-power spindle and allows for turning large workpieces. The machine offers maximum productivity and…
New grooving system for prismatic parts A new range of Speed-Forming tools has been introduced by Horn for machining deep, narrow grooves into prismatic metal workpieces very productively. Initially, the tools are offered in widths from…
Improved surface finishing of superalloys By its very nature, high-nickel, iron or cobalt alloy steels including Monel, Inconel, Incoloy, Invar, Rene and Hasteloy are some of the most difficult materials to machine. Because these superalloys…
New inserts range for machining aerospace materials Seco Tools has announced it is introducing a new range of larger LP09 inserts for use with its High Feed 2 cutter bodies, enabling manufacturers to improve their productivity and…
Crane Electronics launches new range of torque data collectors Working alongside some of the world’s biggest brands, Crane Electronics says its aim is to deliver complete torque management, measurement and control solutions in order to satisfy the needs of…
New Sandvik Coromant insert grades boost steel milling operations Cutting tool and tooling systems specialist Sandvik Coromant is launching GC4330 and GC4340, two new insert grades for steel milling. With the development of advanced production technologies, such as a…
