ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom - Machinery & Machining Tools

Twin Turret Automated Shaft Lathes minimize cycle time.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 08:49:33 -0500

Along with 4-axis simultaneous operation, ANS-300TTS and ANS-320TTS features rigid box way construction and honeycomb-constructed column. Dual-axis gantry robot enables ANS-300TTS to carry up to 11 lb + 11 lb, while ANS-320TTS can carry up to 22 lb + 22 lb. Able to turn diameters up to 7.1 in. and perform shaft work up to 11.81 in. long (ANS-320TTS can be upgraded to 23.62 in. long), machines also incorporate Fanuc 320i-A CNC Control with 5-place decimal positioning control.

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Pavement Marking Removal System has vacuum recovery system.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 07:44:02 -0500

Available as truck-mount or tractor-mount system, Liquidator(TM) incorporates Vacuum Recovery Box with angled floor and self-dumping vibrator designed to optimize operation. Custom designed system delivers waster blast pressures from 20,000-40,000 psi for paint line removal, rubber removal, curbing compound removal, and coating removal from various asphalt and pavement surfaces on roadways, parking lots, and airport runways and taxi ways.

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End Mills are suited for aluminum materials.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 08:01:49 -0500

Allowing chatter free machining at high RPM and on heavy cuts, End Mills consist of 2 and 3 flute tools for roughing and finishing applications with large selection of corner radii and neck and flute lengths. For machining centers with coolant through spindle capabilities, flute tools with coolant through design directs coolant at cutting edge. Coolant provides lubricant, dissipates heat, and clears chips.

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Waterjet System suits large scale precision machining.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 07:29:42 -0500

Measuring 265 x 152 in., Model 80X JetMachining® Center has Intelli-TRAX traction drive that enables expansion of cutting envelope to 20 ft. It features X-Y travel of 165 x 80 in., Intelli-MAX® Software, programmable motorized Z-axis with precision MAXJET® 5 Nozzle Assembly, high pressure direct drive pump, and rapid water level control for submerged cutting. System can calculate velocity of tool path at over 2,000 points/in., enabling complete control over motion of abrasivejet.

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Thread Verification Module checks threads successively.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 07:29:35 -0500

Designed for use in inspection of internal/external threads in production parts, TVM-SC Thread Verification Module checks thread size, depth, and quality by powering gage probe into and back out of thread. Models are available with torque from 10-250 in.-oz, for inspecting threads from M3 to M50. Suited for applications where there can be variety of part types and thread sizes, unit meets both high and low volume demand, and offers GO gaging, NO GO gaging, and combination gaging.

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Honing Systems produce precise geometry in part bores.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 07:29:31 -0500

Featuring spindle alignment that exceeds DIN 8635 standards for vertical honing machines, VSS Series 2 Single Stroke® Honing machines are suited for precision sizing of bores 0.149-2.0 in. dia in stamped parts. They incorporate up to 6 spindles to progressively size and finish part bores with tools of preset diameter and grit size. Units utilize belt-drive spindle cartridge with 28.5 in. stroke and 2-250 ipm stroking speed for flexibility with variety of parts and tooling combinations.

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Screw Inspection Machine detects, sorts out malformations.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 07:29:29 -0500

Incorporating continuous or index-dwell rotation of part transfer disc, PACE CCD Camera and Vision Analysis Sorting and Inspection Machine delivers 100% detection of malformed threads of headed parts. Normal inspection for shank length, thread no-thread, head height, grooves, and pilot dimension are run in conventional continuous rotation mode, while index-dwell mode provides 360° rotation of part. During latter, 8 synchronized shots are taken of thread area and other features.

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Index-Type Machine performs secondary operations.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 07:29:29 -0500

Used for drilling, reaming, tapping, and threading operations, machine employs geneva motion index table featuring 6, 8, or 12 stations with air, electric, or hydraulic drive. Parts requiring consecutive follow-up operations can readily be tooled to this basic system. Horizontal and vertical drilling and tapping heads are available in sizes from ½-2 hp, with spindle thrust from 300-2,500 lb. Fully mechanical clamping mechanisms automatically open/close fixtures during table index.

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Search for suppliers of: Secondary Operation Machinery | Threading Machinery | Tapping Machinery | Reaming Machinery | Drill Machinery

Twin Turret Chucker provides 4-axis ID/OD diameter cutting.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 07:29:28 -0500

Suited for medium to high-volume production, Model PBS-300TT features rigid box way construction and 3-axis dual hand gantry robot offering carrying capacity of 6.6 + 6.6 lb and conveying diameters up to 7 x 4.7 in. Robot controller facilitates simultaneous multi-axis movement to access front, back, left, and right of traverse axis. Operating at max spindle speed of 3,000 rpm, chucker generates 20 hp at spindle motor. Fanuc 320i-A CNC with decimal positioning control is standard.

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Rubber Belt Tumble Blaster effeciently prepares metal parts.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 07:29:28 -0500

Designed for cleaning metal parts, 24RTB model can also performs deburring, descaling, peening, and surface preparation prior to or after other processes. This 24 ft³ machine is built from ½ in. steel plate with welded construction and includes air-operated door. Replaceable manganese alloy drum heads and liners, strategically positioned inside cabinet, absorb brunt of impact from abrasives. Options include automated cycles, loaders, and conveyor systems.

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Compact Ball Screw is optimized for high speeds.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 07:29:27 -0500

SBK Ball Screw employs THK Caged Technology, which promotes smooth operation as well as long-term, maintenance-free operation while also preventing collision noise between balls. Recirculation structure, where balls are picked up in tangential direction, and lead-angle direction by end caps makes this product suited for high-speed operation at DN value of 130,000. Models are available with screw shaft ODs from 15-32 mm and nut diameters from 38-58 mm.

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Pick and Place Unit suits mid- to high-volume SMT assembly.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 07:29:25 -0500

Optimized for speed and flexibility, Hi Output Line features Cognex® flying vision-controlled MC683 conveyorized dual gantry system with 2 heads that pick as other 2 simultaneously place with repeatable accuracy of ±0.01 mm. Off-line loadable plug-and-play modular smart feeder trolley facilitates changeovers, while 10,500 cph placement speed promotes throughput. Automated, turnkey solution also includes automatic inline stencil printer, 8-zone reflow oven, and pass-through conveyor.

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Milling Cell achieves 5-face machining in one chucking.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 07:41:40 -0500

Featuring 4-axis (X/Y/Z/C) simultaneous control, HM-3000 is equipped with gantry robot for work piece loading and unloading efficiency. For accelerated and smoother simultaneous multi-axis movement to access front, back, left, and right of traverse axis, milling cell comes with SP1 Max Robot Controller in addition to Fanuc 210i-MB CNC Control. Tools are mounted in circular arrangement, and axial/radial holders can be freely attached anywhere on turret.

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Parts Accumulator promotes manufacturing automation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 07:41:39 -0500

Comprised of heavy-duty, welded steel turntable; solid-state PLC control; and optional integrated conveyor, Rota-Rack(TM) enables any bar-fed CNC lathe equipped with parts catcher to run unattended for extended periods of time. It indexes each time finished part exits machine, safely collecting and protecting finished workpieces. Height-adjustable from 11-50 in., product has 1 m dia turntable that provides 850+ in.² of usable surface area and payload capacity of 700 lb.

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Metal Plasma Cutting System offers 100% duty cycle at 200 A.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 07:35:55 -0500

With maximum cut capacity of 2¾ in. on mild steel, PAK 200 is suited for manual plasma cutting applications like railroad car repair, over road vehicle/tanker repair, tank manufacturing, power plant maintenance, and foundry work. Unit features liquid-cooled torch, dual-gas capability, and tip saver which ensures that accidental contact between tip and work at high power levels won't damage tip. High gouging removal rate allows for removal of up to 25 lb of carbon steel per hr.

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Multi-Purpose Towels help clean hand tools.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 07:35:49 -0500

Packaged in re-closable, moisture-retaining dispenser, IDEAL-Wipes(TM) Multi-Purpose Towels are 82 disposable wipes that do not require water to activate their cleaning solution. They clean tools of deeply embedded dirt, grease, grime, or lube. Infused with Vitamin E and natural moisturizers, orange scented 12 x 9 in. wipes prevent skin from chapping, cracking, or drying. Wipes have non-scratching, textured side for scrubbing tools and hands, and smooth wiping side for delicate surfaces.

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Air-Operated Pressure Washers feature NXT air motor.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 07:35:47 -0500

Available with flow rates of 6.8-9.2 gpm, Hydra-Clean(TM) air-operated pressure washers can withstand cold or hot water up to 200°F, and detergent or chemical solutions. Providing high pressure, heavy duty performance in wide range of applications, they are available in 12:1, 23:1, and 30:1 ratio units with maximum fluid pressures of 1,250, 2,275, and 3,065 psi, respectively. With support for multiple guns, washers can be wall mounted or cart mounted.

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Calibration System validates machine-tool performance.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 07:36:56 -0500

Utilizing sensors accurate to 0.4 ppm, Agilent 5530 Dynamic Calibrator is used to verify machine-tool accuracy and make precision distance measurements. It incorporates all basic necessary components, including laser source, optics, PC-based electronics, and Windows®-based software. Measurement capability lets users document conformance to 8 international standards as well as use compensation data to correct machine positioning errors and diagnose geometry problems.

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Five-Axis VMC employs 33.5 hp, 12,000 rpm spindle.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 07:36:56 -0500

Bridgeport XR 600 5AX features rigid bridge-style design and 45 mm fixed pre-tensioned double-nut cooled ballscrews on all linear axes. Holding up to 661 lb, 600 mm dia dual-axis rotary table with 150° tilt and 5 arc-sec accuracy lends to flexibility and precision. System can machine complex shapes, undercuts, and difficult angles in one setup and features 48-tool carousel-type automatic tool changer with random access, bidirectional indexing and 4.9 sec chip-to-chip change time.

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Motion Control System optimizes machine automation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 07:36:56 -0500

Generic Motion Control combines robotics, complex CNC 3D processing, linked axis movements, and single-axis positioning in one homogenous system. CNC cycle times of 400 µs allow path precision in sub-micron range. In addition to parameter configuration and movement program operation, predefined visualization components provide simulation, logging, and process diagnostics. Flexible system architecture and large number of functions enable machine line customization.

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