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GF AgieCharmilles Features Simultaneous 5-Axis Machining at WESTEC

GF AgieCharmilles Features Simultaneous 5-Axis Machining at WESTEC

Lincolnshire, Illinois, February 18, 2009- GF AgieCharmilles will showcase its latest milling and wire and die-sinking EDM innovations at WESTEC 2009. Among the products featured in booth #2900 is GF AgieCharmilles' Mikron HSM 400U, which provides 5-axis simultaneous high-speed machining in a compact footprint. GF AgieCharmilles' metalcutting solutions will be on display from March 30 - April 2...

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Die Sinker can be designed in many configurations.

Die Sinker can be designed in many configurations.

Custom built FlexPro Series EDM machines use modular components, allowing customers to design them with specifications and options that match their work. Options include single or dual heads, C-axis and tool changer options, and 50 combinations of XYZ axes travels up to 118 in., as well as 100, 200, or 400 A power supplies. Able to run unattended, machines feature fixed bed holding up to 55,000...

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EDM Machine targets micro moldmaking applications.

EDM Machine targets micro moldmaking applications.

Die sinking ROBOFORM 350 MicroTEC incorporates discharge circuitry that enables EDM power to be modulated, maximizing material removal while allowing reduced electrode undersize of less than or equal to 0.0002 in. Double thermostabilization system prevents impact of temperature variations, while Accura-C C-axis ensures positioning accuracy down to 3.6 arc sec. DPControl suggests ideal electrode...

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Die Sinking EDM integrates numeric controls..

Die Sinking EDM integrates numeric controls..

Roboform 350 and 550 utilize Windows-based Dynamic Process Control (DPControl) system, which provides graphics to illustrate all machining operations and electronic manuals that let operator receive information about current function in manufacturing process. DPControl also suggests ideal electrode undersize, rationalizes number of electrodes needed, and organizes job sequencing according to...

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Agie Hyperspark HS Runs Lights Out in Frontier in Mold Manufacturing Automated Cell with Workmaster Robot and Mikron HSM 300

Agie Hyperspark HS Runs Lights Out in Frontier in Mold Manufacturing Automated Cell with Workmaster Robot and Mikron HSM 300

Chicago, IL - On exhibit at IMTS (Booth D-4101) as part of a two-machine cell, the Agietron HyperSpark HS 2 employs new, patented technology that provides erosion rates that are 25 to 40% faster than those achieved by conventional die sinkers with near zero electrode wear. In the automated cell, the HyperSpark and Mikron HSM 300 mill are both served by a System 3R Workmaster robot that includes...

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Charmilles to Go Beyond EDM at IMTS 2006

Charmilles to Go Beyond EDM at IMTS 2006

Lincolnshire, Illinois, June 21, 2006 - At IMTS 2006, Charmilles will be focusing on innovations that allow EDM machining to go beyond traditional limitations to provide even greater benefits to a broad spectrum of manufacturers. Charmilles' machines and complementary technologies will be showcased in booth D-4000 at the show. Whether serving the aerospace, die and mold, medical or general...

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Faster Polished Finishes with the New Charmilles' GammaTEC DiesinkingGammaTEC Diesinking Technology

Faster Polished Finishes with the New Charmilles' GammaTEC DiesinkingGammaTEC Diesinking Technology

Lincolnshire, Illinois, August 9, 2006 - With an eye on the ever-changing world of consumer goods, automotive components and household and industrial appliance design, Charmilles announces the development of GammaTEC. Charmilles created GammaTEC for its ROBOFORM 350 and 550 machines to meet the high quality and finish demand and time requirements in the mold manufacturing portion of the design...

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Mitsubishi Delivers the Exacting Tolerances Demanded in the Aerospace Industry

Mitsubishi Delivers the Exacting Tolerances Demanded in the Aerospace Industry

The aerospace industry operates in an environment of constant change. When it comes to quality control, there's zero tolerance for error. Shops that can quickly and cost-efficiently deliver parts with exacting tolerances are positioned for excellence in the aerospace industry. The booth's aerospace area will feature technology paired for performance on complex parts in extremely hard materials...

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Die-Sinking EDM features Dynamic Process Control.

Die-Sinking EDM features Dynamic Process Control.

Roboform 550 series die-sinking EDM accommodates workpieces up to 47.24 x 33.46 x 15.75 in., weighing up to 3,530 lb. It incorporates interactive graphics and embedded e-documentation. DPControl suggests electrode undersize, rationalizes number of electrodes needed, and organizes job sequencing according to preset priorities. Machining status information is transmitted to operator via SMS and...

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Die Sinking Machines produce polished finishes.

Die Sinking Machines produce polished finishes.

ROBOFORM 350 and 550 utilize GammaTEC to meet quality, finish, and time requirements in modification manufacturing portion of design process. Maintaining surface quality of molds, use of GammaTEC results in minimal electrode wear, avoiding need for hand polishing. This technology shortens discharge ignition time, resulting in increased frequency of erosive discharges; accelerates EDM-Process; and...

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