Mastercam 2018 Mill Emphasizes Speed and Automation
CNC Software’s Mastercam 2018 mill offers 2D high speed tool paths, 3D enhancements, and multi-axis features that combine with additional enhancements in a package intended to improve shopfloor productivity.
KZF-S Collet Chuck Enables Lights-Out Manufacturing
Röhm’s KZF-S collet chuck is a powered external clamping chuck for gear surface face grinding.
Software Offers Robot Programming
Simulation and singularity resolution tools in Vero Software’s WorkNC 2018 R1 can take full advantage of the benefits robots bring to the manufacturing process.
Predictive Analytic Service Identifies Potential Failures
FANUC America’s Robot LINKi Zero Down Time (ZDT) is a predictive analytic service that identifies potential failures so customers can schedule maintenance and repairs, avoiding unexpected breakdowns during production.
'Favorit' CNC Adapts to Grinding Tasks
Studer’s “Favorit” CNC universal cylindrical grinding machine is designed for grinding both single part and series production and can be fitted with automation.
Omegasonics Enhances 1900BTX with Programmable Cycle Feature
Not only can cycle times be programmed, but now they can be repeated if, and as often as, necessary.
Smart Operation Integrates Machines into Production Process
Siemens’ Smart Operation encompasses work processes surrounding the Sinumerik 840D sl CNC and simplifies the integration of machines into the production process.
GH-18-1 Tapping Arm Efficiently Taps Holes
FlexArm Inc’s FlexArm GH-18-1 tapping arm allows machining centers to do milling, drilling and boring, as when operators load a machining center and start its cycle, they can use that cycle time to tap previously machined parts with the GH-18-1.
ecoPROFI is a Multi-Channel, Quick-Change, Magazine Bar Feed
Irco’s ecoPROFI bar-feed system is compatible with standard and Swiss-type lathes as well as machining centers and rotary transfer machines and delivers automatic, multi-sized bar feeding in an economical, small-footprint package.
Vi-Cas has Vacuum Cups for End-of-Arm Tooling
Vi-Cas Manufacturing offers a range of vacuum cups that can be used for end-of-arm tooling, ergonomic lifters, and other pick-and-place devices and have round, rectangular or oval cups available for a variety of lift manufacturers.