Machining

The speed and agility normally associated with a 30-taper, turret-type drill-tap centre has been built into a new, BT40 (optionally HSK-A63) horizontal-spindle machining centre (HMC) manufactured by Makino, Japan. Designated a40, the 4-axis CNC, twin pallet change machine is available in the UK and Ireland through sole sales and service agent, NCMT.

The VOSS Type 90 Comfort preassembly device is now revolutionizing the market for the series production of tube assemblies with DIN tube fittings. The highest degree of process reliability in cutting ring preassembly and up to 60 % shortened cycle times are only two of the convincing results when using the device.

As part of its on-going commitment to improving processes and quality while containing costs, Produmax Precision Engineering, recently approached precision cutting tool expert MAPAL for advice on improving boring operations on stainless-steel brake housings

NUM will be demonstrating an innovative new development to its renowned NUMROTO tool grinding software at GrindTec 2016. The company is launching a suite of enhancements for the package, including new gash out-X and flute-X facilities that pave the way for next-generation complex geometry tools.

LG Motion Ltd has added a new miniature rotary stage to its competitively priced LG-Series precision positioning mechanics range. With a table-top diameter of 45 mm and a low profile height of just 35 mm, the new LGR-50 joins a modular family of linear and vertical positioners that combine with motion controllers, drives and interfacing components for complete automated positioning solutions.

The PROGNOSYS software from Senseye has been released as a service solution. PRONOSYS helps manufacturers maximise Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and save expenses for manufacturing businesses by reducing machine down-time. For a limited time only, manufacturers can trial PROGNOSYS for zero cost.

The automotive industry is fiercely competitive. Tier-one car manufacturers are constantly looking for breakthroughs in areas such as performance, safety and innovative design, all of which places ever stricter requirements on the processing of metal components. SuperAlloy Industrial Company Ltd. (SAI) is a supplier of high-quality lightweight forged metal products. The forged wheel and car chassis components SAI produce are used by the world's top car manufacturers, thanks to the company's insistence on premium quality and precision manufacturing. Renishaw machine tool probe systems, including the OLP40, RMP60, OMP60, and the NC4, are a perfect match for SAI, allowing SAI, assisted by Renishaw, to make great progress on the route to high end precision manufacturing. 

A new, high frequency spindle option has been introduced by SHW Werkzeugmaschinen for its fork milling head, which may be specified for use on its large capacity machining centres sold in the UK and Ireland by Geo Kingsbury. The head has continuously variable A- and C-axis movements, providing full 5-axis machining capability.

A new, CNC turn-mill centre called Quattro B436Y2, with two Y-axis tool turrets and two opposed C-axis spindles, has been introduced by the Italian firm, Biglia, whose sole sales and service agent for the UK and Ireland is Whitehouse Machine Tools, Kenilworth. Quattro lathes have been produced since 1990 and are now in their third generation. They are especially well suited to machining of tough alloys due to their sturdiness and high power.

MAPAL has developed a range of CVD-coated cutting materials that increase tool life by up to 300% for boring operations in cast metals, including GJL, GJV and GJS. The new HC720, HC725, HC730 and HC735 cutting materials incorporate an extremely heat resistant alpha-aluminium oxide coating with excellent adhesion characteristics, and differ only in the carbide substrate used.