Automated Concepts, Inc.    Council Bluffs, IA 51501
Sep 11, 2006 Dynamic Robotic Parts Sorting system is capable of unloading cut parts by job or offloading to pallets, shelves or conveyors, and integrates with existing CNC cutting operations. Unattended material handling is provided and system offers seamless process from sheet, nesting, and shape cutting to part removal. System features multi-axis FANUC robot and controller, application specific grippers, configurable safety systems, and stack height collision detection.

BIG Kaiser Precision Tooling, Inc.    Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
Sep 11, 2006 Featuring sharp cutting edges with high radial and axial rake angles, Model FCR is suited for ramping, helical milling, shoulder milling, and peck-drilling operations. Unit is available in 5/8, ¾, 1, and 1¼ in. diameters, in various length configurations, and with BIG PLUS integral shanks CAT40, BT30, and BT40 as well as HSK-A50 and A63 versions.

Bosch Rexroth Corp., Electric Drives & Controls    Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
Sep 11, 2006 Facilitating applications in assembly technology involving small parts, multi-axis Easy-2-Combine system includes centering elements for interlocking mounting and connections for sensors and air supply at several positions. Components perform linear movements, pneumatically driven rotation movements, as well as gripper functions, and many feature adjusted end position settings, which helps to reduce commissioning time.

Bahmueller Technologies, Inc.    Pineville, NC 28134
Sep 11, 2006 Featuring polymer concrete base that minimizes effects of temperature and vibration, cylindrical grinders come in IPRO internal models, XPRO external models, and CPRO simultaneous internal/external versions. Machines incorporate hydrodynamic and hydrostatic guide systems, and use absolute linear encoders for exact positioning within 0.0001 mm. High-frequency spindles from 6,000-180,000 rpm are available, and high-speed grinding up to 120 m/s can be achieved using CBN technology.

Chevalier Machinery, Inc.    Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Sep 11, 2006 Suited for high-speed machining, 40-taper QP Series features absolute encoder on 3 axes, direct-drive Z axis, and FANUC OiM conversational control with AI preview function. Belt drive models come with 10,000 rpm spindle and coolant circulation, while direct-drive models are offered with 12,000 or 15,000 rpm spindles. With 48 x 20 in. table size and 40 x 20.5 x 20 in. XYZ travels, machines handle workpieces up to 1,320 lb while generating 4,930 lb max thrust force in X axis.

Chevalier Machinery, Inc.    Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Sep 11, 2006 Combining linear motor drive and 3-axis closed-loop electronic control, Model FPG-608LM delivers reciprocating rate of 720 times/min at 5/8 in. stroke and 328 fpm table speed. Machine offers 6 x 8 in. work area, 0.0001 in. X and 0.000040 in. YZ axis repeatabilities, and 2,000-10,000 rpm spindle speed. Adjustable grinding head swivels with ±5° range to meet various applications. Control options include FANUC 18iM with FANUC linear motors or Smart control using Siemens linear motors.

Cinetic Landis Grinding Corp.    Waynesboro, CA 17268-2050
Sep 11, 2006 Landis Evolution CNC Grinder enables precision plunge and traverse peel grinding of multiple part features in same cycle. High-speed spindle permits grinding wheel speeds to 250 m/sec with part rotation to 7,500 rpm. Grinder incorporates granite base, workhead spindle-mounted rotary diamond dresser, and 5 mm wide CBN wheel to contour complex part shapes. Programmable unit offers less than 1 min part-to-part changeover time.

Cinetic Landis Grinding Corp.    Waynesboro, CA 17268-2050
Sep 11, 2006 Available with choice of Siemens or Fanuc CNC control, Landis Giustina R220 utilizes grinding process that promotes optimal parallelism, flatness, size control, and squareness. It processes parts from 18-40 mm wide and enables part-to-part changeovers in as little as 3 sec. Machine also accommodates wheel changes in 30 min or less. Within its compact footprint, grinder features cast iron bed; servo-controlled, precision ball screw feed system; and rotary feed carrier.

Cinetic Landis Grinding Corp.    Waynesboro, CA 17268-2050
Sep 11, 2006 Infinity(TM) features turret with 2 spindle pod mounting positions. Pods, which can be optimized for use of different size grinding wheels, may be optionally fitted with left- or right-hand wheels adapted to specific applications. Featuring fully hydrostatic bearings and 230° working range, turret offers infinitely variable positioning. Machine accommodates 1,200 mm max work part length, with 150 mm max work part swing, and features linear motor positioning of X and Z axes.

Gardner Abrasives, An operation of Landis Grinding Systems    South Beloit, IL 61080
Sep 11, 2006 Black Magic disc wheels feature bond material that incorporates induced porosity with internal lubricants, promoting productivity in spring grinding. Reversing direction of grinding wheel every 3-4 hr minimizes dressing downtime. Featuring multiple layers of bonded cBN, cBN button wheels promote consistent finish throughout their life in spring dry grinding applications at speeds of 10,000-24,000 sfpm. They achieve interrupted spring end cut for optimal heat dissipation.

Drake Mfg. Services    Warren, OH 44485 1147
Sep 11, 2006 Universal linear motor thread grinder, GS:T-LM350, accepts workpieces up to 2 m long and is designed to utilize superabrasives. It can be equipped with power wheel helix (A-axis) and for grinding external (±35° lead angle) and internal threads (±10° lead angle). Pre-programmed for end user's parts, grinder features acoustic touch dressing, automatically generated wheel forms, crash protection, automatic part location, and mineral-filled cast polymer base.

Drake Mfg. Services    Warren, OH 44485 1147
Sep 11, 2006 Featuring 100 x 100 mm work envelope, GS:TE-MINI Thread Grinder precision grinds threaded parts such as thread rolls, thread gages, worms, ballscrews, e-steering components, aerospace fasteners, and surgical bone screws. Grinder is 1.2 m wide x 1.8 m deep, weighs 3,000 kg, and can be integrated into manufacturing cells or moved around shop via forklift. PartSmart(TM) menu-driven software has parts pre-programmed into system, and requires no programming knowledge to use.

Ebbco, Inc.    New Baltimore, MI 48047
Sep 11, 2006 Ebbco Evolution Series metalworking filtration system conditions coolants and oils down to 1 micron. System is 90 x 39 in. and uses 5 high capacity filter cartridges, which each hold up to 30 lb of carbide sludge. Hydraulic lid opening device allows filter access. Device includes chiller with digital temperature controller and filter service beacon to indicate filter change out.

DELUMPER ® Div., Franklin Miller Inc.    Livingston, NJ 07039
Sep 11, 2006 Model KM30 has low friction cutting design that reduces whole bales of natural and synthetic rubber to small bits. This 150 hp unit features large throat and split clam shell design that allows for maintenance of cutters and screens. Design minimizes heat rise so no cooling systems is needed. Optional features include automatic controller, infeed and discharge conveying system, pneumatic evacuation system, and partitioning agent feed system.

Dow Corning Corp.    Midland, MI 48686 0994
Sep 11, 2006 Using liquid precursor which is atomized and sprayed into plasma jet, PlasmaStream(TM) coats surfaces to provide characteristics such as adhesion, waterproofing, low-friction slickness, or anti-microbial properties. Suitable for manufacturers of 3D, rigid, or molded parts, platform eliminates need for drying and curing; works at room temperature; requires no solvents, surfactants, or water; and has negligible waste disposal and recycling needs.

Thayer Scale-Hyer Industries, Inc.    Pembroke, MA 02359
Sep 08, 2006 Loss-In-Weight Portable Bin Unloaders allow accurate discharging and metering of material stored and transported in side or bottom discharge portable bins. Weighing is done through low deflection, non-wearing Force Measurement Suspension System (FMSS)flexure scale which measures vertical loading and can take high load directed overloads. FMSS scale design uses counterweights to negate tare weight of support structure, feeder, and bin.

Inkcups Now    Danvers, MA 01923
Sep 07, 2006 Using 10 W sealed CO2 laser and Imperial Printing Plates, Cobalt 500 produces high-resolution pad printing plates directly from computer without use of film positives. Plate making and engraving system has 105 x 105 mm marking area and 400 x 400 mm operating area and offers adjustable power, frequency, and speed settings. Along with self-centering plate registration system, machine features programmable halftones, total depth control, and scan head vertical micro-adjust system.

Snap-On Tools, Inc.    Kenosha, WI 53143
Sep 07, 2006 Designed for 16½ in., Q-type S-cam tractor and trailer brake systems, Model TAP1 enables technicians to remove and replace pins and bushings without removing hub. Portable unit can run with ¾ in. impact gun, cutting process down from 30 min to 5 min. Pressure pad retaining rings hold pads firmly in place, while high-strength yoke and 1¼ x 12 in. pressure screw threads move difficult pins/bushings, and Zerk grease fitting lubricates and flushes dirt from pressure screw.

Miyano Machinery USA, Inc.    Wood Dale, IL 60191
Sep 07, 2006 ABX Series Super CNC Turning Centers feature 2 symmetrical sets of 4,000 or 5,000 rpm spindles, 12-station turrets, and Y-axis slides for optimal throughput of complicated workpieces. On DHY2 and SY models, total of 24 tool stations, which accept up to 24 live tools and 48 ID tools, perform simultaneous turning or milling operations. Model TH2 has 36 live tool stations. While featuring non-lifting turret indexing, turrets incorporate ac servo motor and 3-piece curvic coupling.

FUJI Machine America Corporation    Vernon Hills, IL 60061
Sep 06, 2006 Incorporating 30° bed design, FS4-3500 compact automated gang tooled turning center allows loading and unloading of workpiece during spindle rotation. Two separate loaders are included, and maximum part diameter is 6.0 in. Hardened and ground combination square and dovetail way system support gang slide, and saddle and cross slides are coated with TURCITE type material to reduce stick slip. Optional 4-station indexable turret is available.