Kitagawa-NorthTech Inc.
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Kitagawa-NorthTech Expands Workholding Productivity Offerings
Kitagawa-NorthTech, Inc. added to their product line the BBT200 series, a two jaw version of the BB200, to help customers achieve increased productivity and reduced costs. Schaumburg, IL - Kitagawa-NorthTech, Inc. has added the BBT200 series, a two jaw version of the BB200, to their family of products. The BBT200 series solution has been needed for a long time to properly integrate from a BB200...
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Pull Lock Work Gripper provides part length control.
Designed to deliver part stability during machining center operations, PLS Series Pull Down Work Grippers deliver consistent gripping forces along with axial, pull down actuation for length control on Z axis. Product is fully sealed against chip and coolant contamination, and optional seating detection system is available. Available in 4, 6, and 8 in dia, 2 or more units can be grouped together...
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Specialty Chucks are designed for odd shaped workpieces.
Long-stroke ML Series power chucks are available in triple-, dual-, and single-jaw configurations. ML 3-jaw configuration features up to 1 in. stroke per jaw and is suited for gripping workpieces with flanges that must be swallowed. MLT 2-jaw chuck is suited for square, rectangular, or unusually shaped workpieces, while single-jaw MLV incorporates custom-designed fixed locator or jig for locating...
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Power Chuck has near zero z-axis repeatability.
Available in 6 and 8 in. sizes, DL Series dual lock, radial guideway chuck features no jaw lifting. Product actuates and clamps workpiece using radial actuation, then, as chuck develops gripping force, performs final axial, z-axis pull-back movement to fixed stop. This ensures accurate length control and axial repeatability. Sealed to keep out dust particles and retain lubrication, chuck allows...
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Finger Chucks provide axial gripping in standard sizes.
Available in 2- and 3-jaw versions, FG Series chucks pull back to locator or centering device with axial motion. They use stable axial clamping to grip flanged materials, thin-wall parts, irregular shaped parts, and gears. Pre-balanced from factory, chucks are available in 5 sizes (from 5 to 12 in.). Mounting is compatible with standard chucks, and seating confirmation is standard.
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Power Chuck has thru hole to swallow parts.
Pull-back, 3-jaw Series PUB provides accuracy for finishing applications. It has high gripping forces, component length control, and repeatability of 0.0004 in. All sliding surfaces are hardened and ground. Enlarged thru hole makes it suitable for shaft work pieces, including gear shafts and axle shafts. Thru-hole diameters for PUB206, PLUB208, and PUB210 are 39, 50, and 72 mm, respectively.
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Boring Mill features 5.3 in. diameter spindle.
HBA-135P-R5 Planer Type 5 in. CNC Horizontal Boring Mill is equipped with Nitride hardened and precision lapped spindle and 60 hp main motor. Rotary table size is 71 x 80 in., with max load capacity of 26,400 lbs. Travels for head stock vertical, table cross, and table length are 91, 120 and 55 in. respectively; spindle travel is 28 in. Spindle speeds range from 5 to 2,500 ipm. Machine includes...
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CNC Lathe reduces idle time.
MT2-200W Twin Spindle CNC Lathe features No Idle Time Function: when turret on first operation is completed, it will support second operation being done on second spindle. Both turrets have 12 tool capacity. Spindles are driven by 2 independent 35 hp AC drive motors and operate at 4,500 rpm. Maximum turning length and diameter are 4.72 and 7.87 in., respectively. Turning system includes part...
Read More »Kitagawa-NorthTech, Inc. Strengthens Business Development Group and Customer Service
The start of 2013 has exhibited a growing trend in new business development and vital customer care such as repair, rebuild and installation services. In response to this increase, Kitagawa-NorthTech is proud to announce the additions of two Business Development Managers and Customer Service Specialist. Ryan Van Matre and Yusuf Ali join the Kitagawa-NorthTech Business Development team. Van Matre...
Read More »Michigan Manufacturing Business Development
Schaumburg, IL - KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. Focuses on Michigan manufacturing through targeted business development. Kitagawa-NorthTech will increase business development efforts in Michigan due to escalated demand for customized workholding solutions and support services. This growth trend inspired Kitagawa-NorthTech to acquire a new Business Development Manager to support business initiatives for...
Read More »Engineering Capabilities Increased to Supplement Domestic Manufacturing Efforts
Schaumburg, IL - April 25th, 2012 - KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. gains new manufacturing engineer to help supplement domestic manufacturing efforts. During the past year Kitagawa-NorthTech has made great strides to improve customer delivery on essential accessories by increasing in-house manufacturing of adapter plates, draw tubes, t-nuts and other valuable products. This aggressive task involves...
Read More »KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. Expands Territory Coverage with the Addition of Gene Gregory
KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. Expands Territory Coverage with the Addition of Gene Gregory Schaumburg, IL - April 8, 2011 - KITAGAWA-NORTHTECH, INC. hires Gene Gregory as the new Territory Manager for Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Virginia and West Virginia. Gregory brings over 12 years experience of territory sales and management in the manufacturing industry. His expertise is extensive in wood and metal...
Read More »Kitagawa-NorthTech Expands Workholding Productivity Offerings
Kitagawa-NorthTech, Inc. added to their product line the BBT200 series, a two jaw version of the BB200, to help customers achieve increased productivity and reduced costs. Schaumburg, IL - Kitagawa-NorthTech, Inc. has added the BBT200 series, a two jaw version of the BB200, to their family of products. The BBT200 series solution has been needed for a long time to properly integrate from a BB200...
Read More »Kitagawa-NorthTech Receives ISO Certification
Schaumburg, IL.... Kitagawa-NorthTech has recently received ISO 9001-2000 certification. This certification is recognition of our commitment to quality and customer service , stated Kitagawa vice-president Shawn Luchesi. He continued, To be competitive on both a national and a global basis, organizations must adopt a forward-thinking approach in developing their management strategies. Our ISO...
Read More »Kitagawa And NorthTech Workholding is now Kitagawa-NorthTech Inc.
Schaumburg, IL - (August 16, 2006) The exclusive U.S. representative of Kitagawa products in North and South America, NorthTech Workholding has now joined forces with Kitagawa Iron Works to become; Kitagawa-NorthTech Inc. effective 10-1-06. Combined, the two companies will offer the highest level of workholding solutions, global engineering collaboration, as well as improved customer service and...
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Pull Lock Work Gripper provides part length control.
Designed to deliver part stability during machining center operations, PLS Series Pull Down Work Grippers deliver consistent gripping forces along with axial, pull down actuation for length control on Z axis. Product is fully sealed against chip and coolant contamination, and optional seating detection system is available. Available in 4, 6, and 8 in dia, 2 or more units can be grouped together...
Read More »
Specialty Chucks are designed for odd shaped workpieces.
Long-stroke ML Series power chucks are available in triple-, dual-, and single-jaw configurations. ML 3-jaw configuration features up to 1 in. stroke per jaw and is suited for gripping workpieces with flanges that must be swallowed. MLT 2-jaw chuck is suited for square, rectangular, or unusually shaped workpieces, while single-jaw MLV incorporates custom-designed fixed locator or jig for locating...
Read More »
Power Chuck has near zero z-axis repeatability.
Available in 6 and 8 in. sizes, DL Series dual lock, radial guideway chuck features no jaw lifting. Product actuates and clamps workpiece using radial actuation, then, as chuck develops gripping force, performs final axial, z-axis pull-back movement to fixed stop. This ensures accurate length control and axial repeatability. Sealed to keep out dust particles and retain lubrication, chuck allows...
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