Alphacam 2017 R2 Features Key Automation Capabilities
Vero Software’s Alphacam 2017 R2 software automates key CAD/CAM operations and includes the Automation Manager with enhancements to simplify workflow, including multi-drill control, styles functionality, and further support for additional CAD file formats.
TNC 640 Mill-Turn has a 3D Probing Cycle Option
Heidenhain’s TNC 640 mill-turn has a 3D probing cycle option called Cycle 444 to meet increased requirements for automation and advanced probing routines that inspect free form surfaces where measurement positions are often difficult to capture.
SR-3iA SCARA Robot Offers Compact Design
FANUC’s SR-3iA robot features high-speed operation for pick and place, assembly, testing/inspection and packaging processes in a range of industries.
Dual-Arm Cobot Meets Flexible and Agile Production Needs
ABB’s YuMi dual-arm collaborative robot is designed to meet the flexible and agile production needs of small parts assembly and material handling applications.
VBX-160 Powers CNC Manufacturing in Multiple Industries
VersaBuilt’s VBX-160 robotic parts loader uses the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/7L robot and has MultiGrip technology that uses machinable part gripping jaws that are shared by the robot gripper and the CNC vise.
GT 112-E Bar Feeder Loads Small Bar Diameters
LNS’ GT 112-E automatic magazine bar feeder has a dual U-shaped guiding channel with a sectional guiding channel cover, combined with a self-centering bar clamping system that matches the entire diameter range of the lathe.
HS Flex Handling System Fits Multi-Axis Machining Centers
Hermle’s HS Flex handling system is a compact automation tool made up of several components, which are supplied as one complete unit, and the workpiece storage modules are installed and adjusted on site.
SW Smart Damper Rough Boring Heads Absorb Vibration
Big Kaiser’s SW Smart Damper rough boring heads with CKB modular connection system’s damping capability minimizes the effects of high frequency oscillations, absorbing vibration effectively and allowing higher machining accuracy.
Iscar's Tools Focus on Increased Productivity with Smart Insert Locking
Iscar's new tools focus on increased productivity with smart insert locking mechanisms, which therefore create a more stable machining process.
Turn-Mill Center Features Three Y-Axis Turrets
The company’s B765Y3 has more than 4" of Y-axis travel on all three turrets. Combined with the company’s standard tooling, customers can load as many as 144 cutting tools, allowing them to either machine several different parts without any change-over time or load several redundant cutting tools (using the company’s tool load software to detect tool wear and run “lights out”). The machine has 2.