DMG America Inc.

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DMG has added a machine to its series of turning/milling centers: the CTX gamma 2000 TC with a B axis and high speed 12-station turret, two-channel control and the multi-channel programming system, ShopTurn 3G. The design permits four-axis machining on one spindle or parallel machining on the main and counter-spindle, plus a range of additional manufacturing options.

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DMG’s CTX beta TC and CTX gamma TC series turn-mill centers feature an integrated, moving column with a turning/milling spindle and an interpolating B axis. The machines are capable of turning workpieces ranging from 49.

Peter Brotherhood (Peterborough, United Kingdom), a steam turbine manufacturer, recently discovered a bottleneck when turning a range of power-generation components. When the company implemented a Gildemeister CTX 620 V4 linear universal turn-mill center by DMG, however, the problem fixed itself.

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The Sprint 65 linear offers advantages for the bar machining of workpiece diameters up to 65 mm as well as for chuck workpiece diameters up to 175 mm, the company says. The machines are designed with linear drives in the X3 axis, Y axis in the standard version, a 55-degree slanted bed and three 12x revolvers. In the manufacturing process, the simultaneous use of up to three tools leads to high productivity for non-stop operations, both for complex or simple turning workpieces, according to the company.

DMG America Inc. offers the Ultrasonic 20 linear, a linear machine that is suitable for a spectrum of applications in sectors such as hard machining and HSC milling. The machine incorporates a cast-mineral base in the monoBlock design to absorb vibration while yielding the stability required for such applications.

Otto Engineering is a manufacturer of mechanical switches and related products. The vertically-integrated company has its own machine shop, which produces many of the switch components that supply the company’s assembly lines. Like most other manufacturing firms, Otto was looking for ways to cut costs and improve the efficiency of its manufacturing operations.

The Sprint 65 linear offers advantages for the bar machining of workpiece diameters up to 65 mm as well as for chuck workpiece diameters up to 175 mm, the company says. The machines are designed with linear drives in the X3 axis, Y axis in the standard version, a 55-degree slanted bed and three 12x revolvers. In the manufacturing process, the simultaneous use of up to three tools leads to high productivity for non-stop operations, both for complex or simple turning workpieces, according to the company.

The working area design of the Twin 65 twin-spindle turning center is a result of the CNC-controlled transverse slide with a movement from the spindle centerline of 5. 7". This means that after the angular synchronized part transfer from the left spindle to the right spindle, the work piece can be finished using the upper turret without collision.

The DMU eVolution 5-axis machine produces undercuts of up to 18 degrees, fast chip-to-chip time and a large work area with a smaller space requirement. The linear drive mechanism of the X axis for the smallest positioning time, maximum precision and the larger pivoting area of the new NC swivel rotary table, as well as the automatic tool magazine with a double gripper, are all remarkable features. The machine needs a smaller footprint, allowing for a more spacious work area.

Developed as a solid cast design with an overhead slide, the axes of the DMC 64 V linear lie at 25. 2" in the X axis and 19. 7 in the tool's Z axis.

- Describes the benefits of the NEF 400/600 turning center- Lists prices, specifications and offers photos of the components- Explains the controls available on the machine.

The CNC automatic lathe with the pivoting headstock of the Speed linear series offers a tolerance up to 0. 00006" on the outer diameter and depending on the complexity of the workpiece range, variations of 5, 7 or 11 CNC axes are available.  The main and counter spindles have spindle motors that can operate at a rate of 12,000 rpm  and can work autonomously with different cutting speeds.

The creation of a 'bird nest' is a problem for any turning operation. These uncontrolled wads of chips tend to wreck havoc on tooling, equipment and continuous operations.  

The automatic lathes of the DMG Sprint Linear Series are designed for smaller to medium-sized batches of short-turned parts with up to a 1. 65" diameter. The machines increased dynamics with accelerations of up to 1 g and higher rapid traverse speeds of up to 1.

Sometimes if you don’t 'know' any better, applying technology in new ways simply makes sense. That’s partly what helped drive this family-owned OEM to acquire its first, and so far only, multi-spindle to help it get a better handle on production and inventory control.

This color catalog provides information on the company's turning, milling and laser/ultrasonic product lines. Each section includes specifications, product descriptions and photographs. .

Not too long ago, if cycle time was the primary consideration when buying a new multi- spindle machine, the choice was automatic—cam automatic, that is. Today, CNC multi-spindle machines offer cycle times comparable to those for cam automatics and a great deal more. Builders of CNC multi-spindles have discovered more ways to computerize their machines, providing packages of features that raise their productivity to a new level.

The GMC linear series is for serial production and small assignments. It includes the GMC 20 linear, GMC 35 and GMC 55 linear. The literature includes diagrams and pictures of many features, including several high-tech features.

The GD Series product line is covered in this literature. There are five machines in the series. These automatic lathes are said to minimize maintenance requirements by having central lubrication of linear guideways.

Bush-type lathes produced by Gildemeister Italiana claim to meet all requirements made on them by efficient factory automation and by simplified production planning. The bush-type lathe GD 26/32 has up to six controlled axes, each with two opposed spindles and tools on the linear carriage and in the turret. Having maximum turning diameters of 1" or 1.

The GD product line is said to include high-tech solutions for maximum performance. The machines meet productivity demands on precision lathe work from 0. 04" to 0.

Two machines are available, the GM 20-8 for the processing of bar material up to a diameter of 0. 79" and GM 35-8 for bar processing up to 1. 4".

The GLD 25 linear is aimed primarily at the beginner's sector. Unlike the GD machines with movable headstocks, the new GLD 25 linear works with moving sleeves and is like a conventional short lathe in terms of kinematics. It is also a useful alternative for any lathe operator who has no experience with straight turning lathes.

The company's new Twin line includes the Twin 32/42/65/102 lathes. This now includes diameters up to 4". The Twin 32/42 includes integrated synchronous spindle motors with a drive power of 35 hp and acceleration values of 0 to 8,000 rpm in 1 second.

GMC 20/35/55 linear CNC multispindles offer a complete package featuring a complete diameter range from 3 to 55 mm. Thanks to the CNC and programming system, MF Programmer 3D, these new multiple spindle machines are said to be ideal for the production of medium-sized batches. Instead of typically having to clock the workpiece back to the starting position every time after the fifth operation, the spindle drum immediately and directly rotates the workpiece into position 1 in the new CNC multiple-spindle machine.

A primary objective for multi-spindle screw machines, or any metalcutting machine tool, is to accurately and rapidly deliver a cutting tool to a workpiece while precisely controlling its cutting action.

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The bush-type lathe GD 26/32 has up to six controlled axes, each with two opposed spindles and tools on the linear carriage and in the turret. Having maximum turning diameters of 1" or 1. 3" and using a 10. 2 hp electric spindle, this lathe achieves rotational speeds of up to 10,000 rpm.