Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Component Quality",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Manufacturingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Solid carbide drills' heads are replaceable from
WNT (UK), which we summarised at the time by saying "Numerous new and innovative cutting tools to be displayed at MACH 2008 include solid carbide drilling with the versatility of a replaceable head system".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release CNC milling control contours faster from
Hurco Europe: "Faster processing coupled with hardware and software improvements to a control system's motion control engine result in higher contour milling speeds and enhanced data smoothing".
In September 2007, we covered the news from Stellram
concerning its 4E turning geometry
- take a look at Turning highly alloyed aerospace metals
which says: "A turning insert's geometry, combind with a super-hard coating and micro-grain carbide substrate, is designed to machine high nickel, high cobalt and titanium-based alloys".
Take a look also at the news release from Northern Precision, Fasteners supply is dependable, cost-effective,
as well as CNC tube bender combines RH/LH bends from BLM-Group UK,
and Vitrified wheels raise creep feed grinding output from Tyrolit.
See also:
Pick-up spindle VTL changed over quickly
(June 2007)
Capable of machining small and large batches of high workpiece variety, a standard vertical pick-up spindle turning centre offers precision, high productivity and minimal set-up times
Milling cutters quadruple feeds in tough SS
(May 2007)
Changing milling cutters enabled a subcontractor to quadruple feed rates in machining flame-cut duplex centrifugal component, which in turn significantly enhanced productivity
Modular grinders chase crankshaft pins
(May 2007)
Modular cylindrical grinding machines, which can be built for crankshafts up to 6m long, use pin-chasing process to machine to high accuracy and best surface finish
Ceramic grades accelerate exotic alloy machining
(May 2007)
Round ceramic tooling inserts perform tough machining, profiling and pocketing in heat resistant super alloys and also reduce component burr and improve component quality
The pneumatics industry decade by decade
(May 2007)
Ray Barnes, Managing Director of Hoerbiger-Origa examines the pneumatics industry by looking at ten-year periods, and ponders what the future holds
Vertical production grinding centre hard turns
(April 2007)
For the production machining of small chucked components of 2-60mm diameter, a vertical pick-up spindle grinding centre performs ID/OD/eccentric grinding and hard turning
Control performs press safety and productivity
(January 2007)
A new control system has been introduced that protects any make of press and its tooling from damage, reduces production downtime, improves component quality and minimises raw material wastage
Control improves power press efficiency
(January 2007)
Especially suitable for any make of coil-fed power presses, control system protects press and its tooling from damage, reduces downtime and improves component quality
Digital ohmmeter for low resistance measurement
(October 2006)
The Cropico DO4A is a highly versatile digital ohmmeter used for low resistance measurement across a diverse range of electronic design, development and production applications
Advanced 5-axis CAM to be shown in Japan
(October 2006)
At the Japanese machine tool show, Sescoi will focus on its 5-axis machining CAM software including complex mould and die machining operations as well as milling complex parts
Software simplifies on-machine inspection
(August 2006)
On machine verification software creates inspection routines using original CAD part models enabling 'done-in-one processing', fast throughput and in-process checks to reduce scrap
Vertical turning capacity increased to 340mm dia
(August 2006)
Larger vertical turning centre (pick-up spindle) takes workpieces of up to 340mm diameter and 160mm height and main 58kW spindle motor aplies a torque of up to 930Nm
UK agent appointed for US diamond tooling
(August 2006)
S D Tooling UK has been appointed exclusive UK agent for the range of cost-effective and highly productive diamond cutting tools manufactured in the USA by SP3 Cutting Tools
Lubricant additives benefit SS tube drawing
(July 2006)
Work to significantly enhance the lubrication of highly chlorinated tube drawing lubricants - and deep drawing - has lead to the discovery of additives which offer considerable performance benefits
Latest machine tool CNC is even easier to use
(June 2006)
Latest machine tool control system is even easier and quicker to use than its predecessors and delivers elements that take machine control and machining to new efficiency levels
Tube cutting and profiling, bending, end forming
(June 2006)
Visitors to BLM UK's stand at MACH 2006 were treated to a display of high technology tube cutting and profiling, bending and end forming equipment
Semi-synthetic cutting fluid in 5-litre packs
(June 2006)
Castrol is now offering its versatile, semi-synthetic Hysol Excel cutting fluid in 5-litre packs, making it more convenient for smaller metalworking companies to buy
Face milling cutter has high metal removal rate
(May 2006)
For roughing to semi-finishing of cast iron components, a face milling cutter is ideal for applications where large volumes of material need to be removed both quickly and safely
Solid carbide cutters increase milling speeds
(May 2006)
Solid carbide milling cutters' geometry gives an extremely soft cutting action, which has reduced noise levels and improved surface finish , while increasing feeds and speeds
NC software enhancements ideal for aerospace
(May 2006)
Control software offering a 4-axis toolpath is for the machining of cylindrical parts, and surface models of components, which need rotary machining, such as complex shafts, and turbine blades
Finishing and deburring machine removes anomaly
(May 2006)
A substantial investment in a state-of-the-art Grindingmaster surface finishing/deburring system at SPS Aerostructures has met with the approval of its major aerospace clients
Tube cutting system guarantees 24/7 working
(April 2006)
Laser tube cutting system consolidates as many as six manual operations, such as sawing, punching, drilling and deburring, into a single, continuous cycle
Carbide milling cutter for aluminium machining
(March 2006)
The use of a Walter standard carbide milling cutter has transformed aluminium machining operations at SJC Engineering of Chelmsford by reducing cycle times by at least 60 per cent
Milling cutter reduces Al cycle times by 60%
(March 2006)
After one standard carbide milling cutter from a trial supplier transformed aluminium machining operations by reducing cycle times by at least 60%, more were used in other work
Laser-sintering components from plastic powder
(February 2006)
WilliamsF1 has ordered two Eosint P 385 systems from the German manufacturer, EOS, for laser-sintering components from plastic powder
Laser sintering is faster than monobloc machining
(February 2006)
A hydraulic hose clamp in Formula One car cockpit is laser-sintered as the process is faster and more cost effective than the previous method of machining the part from aluminium
Thread mill tooling avoids titanium problems
(February 2006)
Thread milling tooling is not only enabling a sub-contract machinist of orthopaedic components to avoid in situ broken tools and machine titanium parts in a single set-up 'with total confidence'
Simulation predicts presswork spring-back
(December 2005)
Springback in metal stamping is a major problem, particularly for those manufacturing automotive parts from high-strength steel
Pam-Stamp chosen by Advanced Cam
(November 2005)
ESI Group's Pam-Stamp 2G is used by Advanced Cam, a die production designer for automotive components, to design 'right first time tooling' of automotive parts 50% faster
Press feed orders reflect new investment
(November 2005)
Shear-Form Machine Tools, UK distributor for Dimeco Alipresse has recently delivered orders in excess of GBP 40,000 for three feeders for feeding coil to existing power presses
Achieve optimum results from film insert moulding
(November 2005)
By comparison with traditional methods of product decoration, such as spray painting, laser etching and applique, the FIM process offers excellent benefits to manufacturers says Peter Warwick
Power press builder sets up in Brazil
(October 2005)
International power press builder AIDA has established AIDA-Brazil - following AIDA's purchase of the Manzoni and Rovetta divisions less than a year ago
Vibratory bowls process various part sizes
(October 2005)
For a vehicle components manufacturer, a customised rotary bowl finisher was devised to process various part sizes and shapes in a 'continuous batch' operation
Deep drilling work helps subcontractor
(August 2005)
Rimor relies on Deep Hole Drilling's service to help the company maintain its position in the aerospace and offshore industries