Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "EDM Machines",
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 Latest 5-axis milling and advanced EDM to be shown from
Agie Charmilles, which we summarised at the time by saying "A high performance, 5-axis machining centre, a wire EDM and a die-sinking EDM will reflect the latst in milling and EDM technology at MACH 2008".
A couple of weeks before,
we featured the news release Five-axis machining ups instruments output from
Agie Charmilles: "To machine complex parts out of stainless steel and aluminium, an instruments manufacturer reports that a 5-axis machining centre has improved productivity, performance and profitability".
In January 2008, we covered the news from Agie Charmilles
- take a look at EDM and milling machine builder's sales grow
which says: "EDM and milling machine tool builder, GF AgieCharmilles, recorded a 20% growth in UK sales during 2007, including a growth in 5-axis milling machine deliveries".
Take a look also at the news release from Agie Charmilles, Die-sinking EDMs offer higher accuracy,
as well as Wire EDM improves subcontractor services from Agie Charmilles,
and Flood damaged wire EDMs replaced quickly from Agie Charmilles.
See also:
Affordable wire-EDM has flexibility
(October 2007)
An affordable wire-EDM machine delivers reliable spark performance, flexibility, simplicity in programming, ease of work preparation and an aesthetic design, all at an attractive price
Linear drive EDM machines 10t dies
(October 2007)
A die-sinking EDM, equipped with linear motor powered axes drives, is designed for producing large dies up to 10 tonnes
CAM gives productivity for CNC programming
(October 2007)
The first service pack of ESPRIT computer-aided-manufacturing (CAM) software from DP Technology includes productivity-enhancing technology for CNC programmers of mills, lathes and wire EDM machines
High speed spindle wire-EDM turns small parts
(September 2007)
A high speed rotary spindle allows extremely small parts - down a diameter of 10m - to be cut accurately and cost effectively using EDM wire erosion for turning
CAM has improved 3D machining performance
(August 2007)
CAM system for CNC programming of CNC milling machines, lathes and wire EDM machines now features open pocket milling and expanded CAD to CAM feature exchange
News on the Twin-wire EDM machines from Agie Charmilles
(July 2007)
To manufacture a punch using a single 0.1mm wire EDM took 3h 12 min while a twin 0.1mm wire EDM did the same job in 1h 26 min - a saving of 40% in manufacturing time
EDM purchases expand mould and die scope
(July 2007)
Potteries mould and die company has purchased a wire EDM and tan EDM hole driller to expand into the automotive, aerospace and advanced ceramics sectors
High speed EDM makes complex parts
(June 2007)
High speed EDM machine tools provide high accuracy and high quality surface finishes in producing complex parts with thin walls, multi cavities, ribs and ultra-fine details
Wire EDM cycle times reduced by 25%
(June 2007)
In selecting new wire-EDM machine tools, a UK mould tool maker devised a complex workpiece, on which speed, accuracy and surface finish were judged; the EDMs purchesed reduce cycle times 25%
After sales service influenced wire EDM choice
(June 2007)
Two important factors influencing a toolroom's choice of replacement wire EDM machines were ultra-reliability and the standard of back-up and service from the supplier
Swiss EDM/CNC milling firm appoints UK MD
(June 2007)
Responsibility for all Agie Charmilles' EDM and 5-axis CNC milling machine operations in the UK and Ireland is now in the hands of UK managing director, Steve Sylvester
High speed die-sink EDM offers speed and quality
(June 2007)
High-speed die-sinking EDM machines, intended for machining pre-roughed 3D cavities and complex parts with deep rib features, offer speed, responsiveness and very fine surface finish
News on the De-ionisation service for wire EDM machines from Agie Charmilles
(April 2007)
A de-ionisation service for wire EDM machine users maximises resin life by up to 30% and ensures that 100% of a customer's resin is able to be accessed and utilised in the EDM process
News on the Larger wire-EDM machines from Agie Charmilles
(April 2007)
Larger wire-EDM machines are intended for users machining larger and heavier workpieces at faster cutting speeds, with excellent surface finish and lower operating costs
Advanced diesinking/wire EDM cell boosts cars
(March 2007)
A dedicated and high-capability diesinking and wire EDM manufacturing cell has been installed by a UK Formula 1 car racing team to help improve its performance in the 2007 season
News on the Robofil 240/440 SLP wire-EDM machines from Agie Charmilles
(January 2007)
Latest wire-EDM machines have shown during tests that 40kg of wire can be saved during a 250h period of machining
Formula One company invests in latest EDM
(January 2007)
Latest EDM machines will give a Formula 1 racing car company improved machining performance - faster removal rates; increased accuracy and superior surface finish
Vertical machining for EDM electrode production
(January 2007)
2006 saw a rationalisation in the press tool making industry in the West Midlands, with dozens of firms going out of business, including some of the biggest names
VMC keeps EDM electrode machining 'in-house'
(January 2007)
Keen to keep electrode manufacture 'in-house' to control lead-time, quality and cost, a mould and press tool maker decided to buy a vertical machining centre to produce EDM electrodes
Multi-axis drilling software ups competitiveness
(January 2007)
A powerful multi-axis drilling software has given firm an edge over European Aerodynamic model makers and has cemented its relationship with major European aircraft developers
5-axis micro-drilling reduces wing times
(December 2006)
A powerful 5-axis micro-drilling application has significantly reduced the production time for aerospace components - drilling up to 350 holes in each wing
Making hard metal tools and dies with wire EDM
(November 2006)
Hard metals appear to provide the optimum press tool life and advanced wire EDM technology is shown the most effective method of their manufacture
Optimising EDM spark impulses shortens cycles 40%
(November 2006)
An integrated system for optimizing the duration of EDM spark erosion impulses promises to shorten cycle times by up to 40% and reduce graphite electrode wear
Wire EDM machines have digital generator
(November 2006)
Wire EDM machines provide exceptional performance - Ra 0.1 micron surface finish; removal rates in excess of 300mm2/min using 0.33mm wire - and have a powerful digital generator
Important time gains thanks to TopSolid
(November 2006)
US mould and die shop has realised impoirtant time savings, thanks to CAM software that manages tapered cutters and 5-axis machining and guarantees automatic parts updating
Linear motor EDM to machine titanium parts
(November 2006)
Toolmaker has added to its inventory of EDM machines by acquiring one with the atest linear drive technology to produce titanium components for motorsport customers
EN9100 (Aerospace series) won by engineering firm
(November 2006)
Hirschmann has received EN9100 (Aerospace series) for the manufacturer of rod ends, spherical bearings, axial shaft seals, fixturing, palletising and handling systems
Medical machine tool event wins GBP 0.5m orders
(October 2006)
Over 90 visitors from 55 companies attended the Agie Charmilles UK 'Medical Open House' and machine tool sales were worth in excess of GBP 500,000
Plastics filters for EDM have long life
(October 2006)
Plastics filters for wire and die-sinking EDM machines cover a filter fineness range of 1 to 25 micron, have up to 30% less weight than comparable metal filters and have long service life
New stand-alone electrode EDM solution
(October 2006)
ForeGone Solutions is pleased to offer UK Toolmakers 'Cimatron's Stand-Alone Electrode solution'
EDM automation raises moulds throughput
(October 2006)
Automating EDM processes will mean a mould maker can increase productivity and work throughput, running machines continuously and unattended - overnight and at the weekends
Advanced CNC millers improve mould flexibility
(September 2006)
A UK injection mould tool specialist has recently invested in a high-speed milling machine and a high-performance milling machine to increase capacity and overall manufacturing flexibility
EDM and 5-axis HSM focus on medical machining
(September 2006)
Producer of EDM systems and 5-axis CNC high speed milling machines and machining centres will be staging a 'Medical Open House' at its UK company during October, 2006
CAM's accurate code and fast system save money
(August 2006)
Manufacturer of power press tooling said that CAM solid modelling capabilities were outstanding, and slug retention module alone saved at least 30min in programming time per job