DMG America, Inc.    Itasca, IL 60143
May 23, 2013 With pre-installed MTConnect V1.1 Adapters, DMG/MORI SEIKI machines equipped with MAPPS control will offer plug-and-play solution that allows real-time monitoring of machines from anywhere, at any time. Users get information such as current machine operating status, overrides, alarm conditions, and work count with exact time stamp. Remote monitoring capability is enabled with MTConnect open Web protocol, which allows interconnectivity between manufacturing equipment, peripherals, and software.

AMETEK Precitech, Inc    Keene, NH 03431
May 22, 2013 With Nanoform® X Multi-Axis Ultra Precision Machining System, users can maximize productivity in diamond turning, milling, and grinding of optical lenses, mold inserts, mirrors, and precision mechanical components. Machine can produce spherical, aspherical, and freeform surfaces up to 440 mm in diameter. Fully opening upper enclosure provides access to inner surfaces, while sloped sides on upper enclosure and stainless steel tray over granite base contribute to swarf containment.

Kennametal Inc.    Latrobe, PA 15650
May 06, 2013 Beyond KYS40™-grade solid ceramic endmill is capable of roughing at cutting speeds up to 3,300 sfm and machining high-strength nickel-based alloys. Enlarged core design optimizes tool rigidity and minimizes deflection at high cutting speeds. Also, unit features 40° helix angle for maximized shearing and chip evacuation. Product is available in 6-fluted version for face milling and profiling and 4-fluted, necked version for slot milling and pocketing.

Emuge Corp.    West Boylston, MA 01583-2121
Apr 26, 2013 Available in full range of inch and metric sizes, TOP-Cut™ Carbide End Mills feature variable helix angles that eliminate harmonic oscillation to minimize vibrations and optimize surface quality. Carbide substrate, combined with micro-geometry and high heat-resistant TiALN coating, ensures process safety and extended tool life, even in most diverse materials. For maximum efficiency, stable design features recessed neck.

Hunter Foundry Machinery Corporation    Schaumburg, IL 60196
Apr 23, 2013 Available as option for Hunter HLM linear-motion machine as well as retrofit for XL automated matchplate molding machines, JetSlinger™ air amplification apparatus is based on Venturi principle that accelerates sand into cope and drag flasks on machines. Impact-assisted, perpendicular flask filling ensures optimized pattern definition with uniform mold hardness and surface integrity. In contrast to conventional blow fill machines, no shroud, seals, or vented flask assemblies are required.

Munson Machinery Co., Inc.    Utica, NY 13503
Apr 16, 2013 Able to reduce friable chemicals and minerals, metal powders, wood flour, fertilizers, insecticides, and fibers, Model SK-24-MS produces particles from 10–100 mesh. This 24 in. dia mill is equipped with outer stationary milling disc and inner rotating milling disc. Precision of machining and alignment of discs, together with constant spring pressure, maximize size uniformity of reduced material. Static and dynamic balancing of rotating runner head assembly provides vibration-free operation.

Hunter Foundry Machinery Corporation    Schaumburg, IL 60196
Apr 11, 2013 Minimizing maintenance while promoting stability, HLM Series combines and integrates magnetically coupled rodless cylinders and linear bearings for movements of squeeze platen, cope flask, sand measuring hopper, and other components on machine. Separation of hydraulic power system facilitates maintenance, while linear motion-operated, programmable access doors maximize operator protection. Linear motion machine also features CESAR™ vacuum pattern spray recovery system.

Sumitomo Electric Carbide    Mount Prospect, IL 60056
Feb 18, 2013 Featuring 25° lead angle, DNX 25° FaceMill is available in 3–8 in. cutter diameters and in coarse and fine pitch styles. Negative, square-shaped insert with molded wiper flat achieves up to 8 indexes. With lowered cutting force and V-shaped insert edge, DNX minimizes vibration and provides stable machining experience.

Dapra Corporation    Bloomfield, CT 06002
Feb 11, 2013 Machined from double-hardened tool steel, 12 mm Cutter Bodies and Inserts are designed with fine pitch for accelerated feed rates and smooth cutting action that minimizes noise and pressure. End Mills come in cutting diameters from 0.625–1.500 in., while Shell mills, with varying pitch options, cut from 1.5–4 in. Helical roughing end mills are available in 1.0 and 1.25 in. diameters, and Utility cutters come in .75, 2, and 3 in. diameters. Maximum depth of cut for 12 mm inserts is 0.430 in.

Sandvik Coromant Co.    Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Feb 06, 2013 With precisely positioned internal coolant holes that optimize effect of coolant jet, CoroMill 316® can be applied for high-feed face milling, slot milling, helical interpolation, shoulder milling, profile milling, and chamfer milling of components in material groups from ISO P to ISO S. System allows machine shops to switch between various operations, such as cutter type, radius variation, teeth frequency, geometry, and grade. End mills are also suitable for 5-axis milling of flanks.

Agie Charmilles, LLC    Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Dec 28, 2012 Available in 3- and 5-axis versions, MIKRON HSM 200U LP is suited for machining such small and complex parts as medical implants, electrodes, and watch components. Linear motor technology in main machine axes and direct-drive motors for B and C axes promote precision and part surface finishes as fine as Ra 0.05 µm. Other features include  50,000 rpm, 11.4 hp Step-Tec spindle; Heidenhain iTNC 530 control system and smart machining modules; and 24/7 unattended machining capability.

Kennametal Inc.    Latrobe, PA 15650
Dec 04, 2012 Available in 3 variable topography styles, Rodeka™ Series provides 12 cutting edges, while Rodeka™ 8 Series features 8 cutting edges and is engineered for turbine blade machining. LD style has honed edge for light to medium machining, while GD style has 10° positive T-land and hone for medium to heavy machining. Designed with 0° T-land and hone, HD styles take on heavy machining tasks. All double-sided inserts are suitable for pocketing, profiling, and face milling.

Emuge Corp.    West Boylston, MA 01583-2121
Nov 30, 2012 Lending to roughing and finishing cutting capabilities, Top Cut™ end mills are made of micro-grain carbide and feature relief ground cutting edges. Variable helix flute technology, variant of high heat-resistant TiAlN coating, and internal coolant capabilities promote efficient material removal with minimal vibration and wear. Offered in various styles and geometries as well as metric and inch sizes, end mills can be used for milling of diverse materials, including hard steel at up to 55 HRC.

Sumitomo Electric Carbide    Mount Prospect, IL 60056
Nov 28, 2012 General-purpose face mill, 45° DGC cutter, accepts double-sided square and octagon inserts that increase productivity in general-purpose to rough milling operations. While octagonal inserts offer 16 cutting edges available at 3 mm depths of cut, square inserts offer 8 cutting edges at 6 mm depths of cut. Offered as standard on both insert types, ZX coating promotes extended tool life and increases wear resistance.

Kennametal, Inc.    Latrobe, PA 15650-0231
Nov 15, 2012 Available in screw-on, end mill, and shell mill options with internal through coolant, KenFeed™ 2X Milling Inserts are suited for pocketing, ramping, and helical interpolations with Z-plunge capabilities. Each double-sided trigon insert offers 6 cutting edges to deliver 2x cutting power of conventional inserts. Customers may choose HD insert geometry for steels, high-strength steels, and cast iron, or GD geometry for lower cutting forces needed when machining softer materials.

Sumitomo Electric Carbide    Mount Prospect, IL 60056
Nov 15, 2012 Suited for general purpose to rough milling, 45° DGC cutter accepts octagon inserts with 16 cutting edges available at 3 mm depths of cut. Square inserts offer 8 cutting edges at 6 mm depths of cut while providing optimal surface finish. Cutter features ZX coating that maximizes strength of inserts to extend tool life and maximize wear resistance.

Sandvik Coromant Co.    Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Nov 07, 2012 Available in variety of component sizes and shapes, Multi-Material End Mills minimize requirement to change tools for every different operation. Units feature reinforced end teeth to avoid premature chipping, cylindrical land width, and flat relief for maximum stability. Coating on insert grade GC1630 is extremely resistant to wear and is especially suitable for roughing and finishing dry or wet.

Widia Inc.,    Latrobe, PA 15650
Nov 06, 2012 VariMill II ER™ end mill features eccentric relief with edge strength supporting high feeds and metal removal rates. SAFE-LOCK™, available on tools with greater than ½ in. dia, provides optimal stability while eliminating pull out. Unit is engineered with 5 unequally spaced flutes. It can be used for titanium or stainless steel machining and is capable of slotting, ramping, and plunging.

Walter USA, Inc.    Waukesha, WI 53188
Oct 25, 2012 Addressing pull-out or micro-creep problems, Walter Prototyp 12–40 mm dia solid carbide end mills with Haimer Safe-Lock™ clamping system optimize efficiency in demanding and high-speed machining applications. Safe-Lock’s carrier elements, with spiral grooves ground into tool shank and in combination with friction locking in chuck, provide positive locking as well as precision clamping. Included with Safe-Lock shrink fit chucks, optional channels bring coolant directly to cutting edge.

Kennametal Inc., Advanced Materials Div.    Latrobe, PA 15650-0231
Oct 24, 2012 Available in 3 grades to cover various applications and conditions, Mill 1-7™ is suitable for small diameter shoulder-, ramp-, slot-, plunge-, and helical milling, all while using single insert. Positive rake of insert provides soft action and low cutting forces for smooth entry and exit from component. Elliptical cutting edges are optimized with straight 90° wall and true 0° lead, making inserts capable of replacing SCEM finish machining in certain applications.