EXSYS Introduces Turning Machines and Innovative Gear Box Solutions at The Greenville Convention Center
PRECI-FLEX modular tool holding system speeds turning center tooling changeovers and improves productivity with longer tool life. DECO-FLEX tooling interface adds flexible precision for small-part manufacturing and includes holders for Star CNC brand Swiss-style machines. EPPINGER BT and BM spiral bevel gearboxes provide minimized tooth clearance and optimal transmission properties.
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Vertical Turning DUO Cell
The machining concept of vertical pick-up machines as a modular system meets manufacturing companies' requirements for more quality, while simultaneously maintaining high flexibility and reducing cost. The right-hand and left-hand versions of the EMCO Maier VT 160 and VT 250, when linked with one of three basic conveyor options -- oval, meander, and crossover-meander designs -- provide a complete...
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PMC-Colinet Streamlines Huge Pipe Keyway Machining with Unique Angle Head from Heimatec
Ohio manufacturer of oil field equipment saves 184 hours on one high-precision cutting tool head made of NitralloyÃ-® PMC-Colinet has a long history in the pipe and tube market, having started in 1912 and introduced the world's first carbide-tooled pipe threading machine in 1958.Ã- Today, the company is established as a primary supplier of machines to the OCTG sector.Ã- Ã- Its...
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Nanotech Demonstrates Most Flexible Diamond Turning System
During SPIE Photonics West 2014 in San Francisco, Nanotech will demonstrate what has become their true flagship machining system. The Nanotech 350FG is the most diverse ultra-precision machine available. Starting with a minimum of three ultra- precision axes, it is easily expandable to five axes via optional B & C rotary axes. Typical applications for this machine include axisymmetric machining...
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The Advantages of Reshoring Your Manufacturing Operations
Bringing work back to the United States benefits your organization, customers, and the U.S. economy.
Read More »Evana Automation Completes Motoman Robots Integration Project for Leading Wheel Manufacturer
Systems Integrator also launches brand new website at evanaautomation.com EVANSVILLE, Ind.Ã- – Evana Automation Specialists, a subsidiary of Phillips Service Industries (PSI) and leading Systems Integrator and builder of custom, automated assembly and test systems, recently integrated eight Motoman robots into a new powder coating line for a leading commercial wheel manufacturer. Evana...
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KS Tooling, Inc: Turning Vendor Consolidation into an Opportunity
A number of manufacturers these days are seeing their business models shrinking, forcing them to do more with less people. Where there may have been fifteen procurement officers, there are now three. With a dramatically reduced staff looking at a list of hundreds of vendors who offer very similar services or products, there is plenty of opportunity to consolidate. In stratifying their lists, a...
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Machine Tool Runoff Cutting Titanium Confirms Advantages of 'Ultimate Tuned System'
When it comes to sourcing capital equipment for machining specialty materials, many organizations would do well to remember the 10-speed bicycle analogy. People shop and buy a 10-speed bike for recreational or workout goals, but when riding rarely go beyond two or three of the most comfortable gears. Tour de France riders and other finely tuned athletes both size and operate all their components...
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Medical Manufacturing Turns to Hardinge SUPER-PRECISION-® Gang-Tool Turning Center
Medical part manufacturing continues to be a rapidly growing market due to the large population of aging baby boomers who are looking for improved quality of life . Demand is high for high-precision components for neurological, orthopeadic, spinal/bone fixation, dental implants, drug infusion, catheter connectors, optical, maxillofacial, micro/minimally invasive, surgical instruments and other...
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Hitachi Sigma Multi-function Placement Head Brings Flexibility, High Accuracy to PCB Assembly; Exhibiting at IPC/APEX 2012
Dallas, Texas, USA- The new Sigma G5 compact, modular mounter, offered by The Production Systems Division (PSD) of Hitachi High Technologies America, Inc. (HTA) at APEX, features a unique Multi-function head that greatly enhances the system's flexibility and overall process efficiency. The head is a 3 Spindle (nozzle) head, equipped with vacuum and mechanical gripper nozzles. It can change or...
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Specialized Tooling installs self-clinching nuts in 1 operation.
Integrating modified punch and anvil, PEMSERTER-® Tooling can install PEM-® Type S self-clinching nuts permanently in thin aluminum sheets without need to pre-punch mounting hole in separate operation. Raised ring on anvil allows fastener to pierce its own mounting hole and then assists in final clinching process. PEM Type S nuts with thread sizes -¼-20, 5/16-18, M6, and M8 and with -2 shank...
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Basalt America Announces Stronger, Lighter, and Corrosion-Free FRP's (Fiber Reinforced Polymers)
Fiber Reinforced Polymers (FRP), represents a truly groundbreaking advancement in structural reinforcement. Lightweight, strong, and green, they are changing the way the construction industry thinks about rebar. Unlike steel, FRPs don't rust and are far stronger than standard rebar. To learn why Fiber Reinforced Polymers are poised to change the way the world builds, see our video.
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