Machinery & Machining Tools

Metal-Cutting Cell has virtually unlimited capacity.

Metal-Cutting Cell has virtually unlimited capacity.

Metal-cutting cell consists of twin FA450-III horizontal machining centers (HMCs) and rail guided vehicle (RGV). Single-level stocker system offers modular design and in-line configuration. Twin FA450-III HMCs have 30 hp, 14,000 rpm spindles that achieve 1969 ipm rapid traverse and cutting rates in all 3 axes. Cell Controller software centralizes scheduling and production management for multiple...

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Software makes air bending a standardized production technology.

Programmable Dynamic Thickness Compensation(TM) (DTC) uses on-the-fly compensation to overcome material variations. It allows air bending to be used to achieve precision, repeatable bend angles. DTC software calculates material thickness with microsecond calculation capability before each bend and automatically determines ram reversal position needed to deliver precise bend angle in 1 ram stroke....

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EDM Machine comes with automatic tool changer.

EDM Machine comes with automatic tool changer.

Compact Edge3 Sinker EDM is suitable for use in plastic injection molding and forging die job shops. It measures 78 x 84 x 92.8 in., weighs 10,340 lb, and has 8, 16, or 32 station automatic electrode changer. Machine has XYZ axis of 18 x 12 x 12.8 in. with Z-axis jump speed of 400 ipm. Traverse speed is 400 ipm and cycle time jump rates are 393 ipm. Worktable allows for workpieces as large as...

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Grinding Machine has inverted spindle.

Grinding module holds workpieces in spindle that travels face down. It performs automatic workpiece gripping, transports parts to and from load/unload station, and moves workpiece to tools. Able to pick up and drop off parts, unit offers programmable speeds and feeds to rough and finish parts to precision tolerances and surface finish requirements. Grinding wheel is dressed before each machining...

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Chuck provides zero runout.

Chuck provides zero runout.

Bull's Eye Chuck includes TIR that can be adjusted to zero at cutting tool tip. Adjustment may be performed either off line or on machine's spindle. Chuck utilizes LSK collets, which are able to accommodate tools from 0.03 to 1 in. It is available in CT, BT, and HSK tapers. Coolant systems allow for coolant-thru tool or coolant along cutting tool's shank.

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Collet Block accepts all collet shapes.

Model A2-5 16C collet block can be mounted on any horizontal or vertical machining center for assembly, inspection, and surface grinding applications. It accepts all standard 16C round, hexagon, square, and special-shape collets up to 8 in. dia, step chucks, and Sure-GripÂ-® expanding collet systems. Adapter allows 5C tooling to be used. Collet block is pneumatically actuated with manually...

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Collets fit Swiss-type CNC lathes.

Bar Loader collets work in FMB, IEMCA, Ikura, Robobar and LNS bar loaders, along with remnant retraction collets for Lipe bar loaders. Headstock and sub-spindle collets and carbide guide bushings are also available.

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Collets and Guide Bushings suit Swiss-type lathes.

Headstock and sub-spindle collets are ground to precise size and TIR to meet precision machining requirements. Carbide-lined, Swiss guide bushings keep stock clean and unmarked, and extended-nose collets are suited for pick-off work or to compensate for tooling interference. Heat-treated to 40 Rockwell at head, they also serve as emergency collets.

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Cylindrical Grinder provides automatic grinding of small lots.

Cylindrical Grinder provides automatic grinding of small lots.

GE3 cylindrical grinder includes conversational GC32S control, which teaches user to create program with step-by-step format. Selection of feeds and speeds is automatic. Variety of built-in grinding and dressing patterns, automatic wheel dressing, and table design for traverse taper grinding are additional features.

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HMC utilizes 50-taper spindle and low-friction linear guides.

HMC utilizes 50-taper spindle and low-friction linear guides.

HSP550 is equipped with 30 hp, 14,000 rpm spindle which is perfectly balanced to eliminate vibration. Ceramic spindle bearings are cooled and protected by pressurized, re-circulating lubrication. X, Y, and Z axes travels are aided by roller packs that use dowel-shaped bearings. Solid construction supports heavy cuts, while low-friction design allows feed rates up to 1,890 ipm in X and Y axes, and...

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