imX Learning Lab Overview 1 MAG booths 2748 and 2762
imX Learning Lab offers first in-depth look at patented cryogenic tool cooling that rewrites the book on machining of hard metals and composites Offers up to 10X longer tool life or up to 4X faster cutting in hard metals. Sets new standards for composites cutting, too. July 15, 2011 - MAG delivers on the promise of imX Learning Labs by providing the first in-depth look at the capabilities of its...
Read More »Micron Creep-Feed-Grinder: High Performance CBN-Rotor Grinding on Micron Machines
The New Micron Macro-S Achieves up to a 30% Reduction in Cycle Time Compared with Competitors' Grinding Processes RENDSBURG, Germany - Peter Wolters GmbH, a manufacturer of high-precision machine tools headquartered in Rendsburg, Germany, today announced the release of its new MICRON Macro-S tool for CBN rotor grinding. Gerotors are used widely today throughout the industry, and are produced in a...
Read More »Concrete Patch Kit features non-critical mix ratio.
Developed as permanent solution to all types of concrete patching, repair, and resurfacing needs, RAPID-CONCRETE PATCH comes with 5 gallon pail, resin, and hardener with aggregate. Product is suited for fixing cracking and flaking concrete, plus filling holes in driveways, floors, and other spalling repairs. Ready for traffic in less than 30 minutes, RAPID-CONCRETE PATCH withstands heavy,...
Read More »KBA Rapida 185 Prints High-volume Packaging at Linocraft
On 12 October last year the biggest sheetfed offset press in the Asia-Pacific region launched into action up bang on schedule Linocraft Printers in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, following an installation and commissioning period of just five weeks. The highly automated Rapida 185 six - colour coater press for a sheet size of 130 x 185 cm (51.18 x 72.83in) is the company's second KBA press and joins a...
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Understanding Crane and Hoist Classifications
Building success: Crane & Hoist Design Criteria
Read More »Aircraft Skin Processing's Secret Weapon: Combitronic Communication
Santa Clara, Calif. - Utilizing Animatics' SmartMotor(TM) with Combitronic communication resulted in a 49% reduction of parts used and increased capabilities on the Flexitool(TM) aircraft skin processing machine for LinÃ-© Machines in Quebec, Canada. When raising or lowering any panel on the Flexitool tooling system, all of the actuators in the machine need to move in sync vertically from any...
Read More »Finishing Solutions for Tungsten Carbide Inserts
PETER WOLTERS offers a wide range of high-precision surface finishing solutions. Our fine grinding technology provides improved methods for processing reversible cutting tool inserts. Peter Wolters has simplified the system set up from one insert to the next, so a part change can now be carried out within minutes. With the support of Peter Wolters specially programmed control software, and our...
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Methods to Feature "Production On Demand" at imX 2011
Learning Lab Sessions to Feature Innovative Technology and Strategies for Today's Manufacturing Challenges. Sudbury, MA, U.S.A. - Methods Machine Tools, Inc., a leading supplier of innovative precision machine tools, will be featuring solutions for Production on Demand" at the imX-Interactive Manufacturing Experience event to be held in Las Vegas, September 12-14, 2011. Methods is one of the...
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SMD Rework System removes, places, and solders BGAs, CSPs, QFPs.
Compatible with delicate SMD packages, BR810 has adjustable PCB holder that accepts PCBs up to 18.5 x 13.8 in. as well as split-vision optics with 22x electronic zoom and focus controls and LED lighting. Additional features include profile settings for independent and programmable top and bottom heating, 5 separate thermocouple inputs, control software, and LCD touchscreen display. Capable of...
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Benchtop Pneumatic Press suits small-scale applications.
Weighing ~60 lb, DIRECT-AIRE Mini features straight pneumatic cylinder for applications requiring full force over the entire stroke. EZ-Dial pressure regulator, adjustable dwell timer, adjustable shut height, and 2-hand anti-tie down Actuator are all standard features. Suitable for manual and semi-automatic assembly operations, press provides 50-300 lb of constant force and is offered with...
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Programmable Crowning V-axis System ensures complete bend accuracy.
Smart Crowning, available for PPEB-H Series and Easy-Form® Series press brakes, provides additional independent crowning axis on top of conventional V-axis to automatically compensate for asymmetric variations in material thickness and material properties. Ensuring bending accuracy over entire length of a work piece, this programmable crowning V-axis system uses Smart Segments and Smart...
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Triad WAU Wall Plug-In AC Power Supply May Be First To Meet Level VI Energy Efficiency Standard
Triad Magnetics, an industry leader and one of the most trusted names in transformer design and manufacturing, is proud to announce the release of the Triad WAU Wall Plug-In AC Power Supply. Engineered to provide robust performance and high reliability, it is setting the standard for 120V/60Hz power supplies. See our video to learn all about it.
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