Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Turning Tools",
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 Tool-setting system made for mill-turn centres from
Blum Novotest, which we summarised at the time by saying "Laser-based, non-contact, tool setting system measures rotating tools as well as the mechanically measuring non-rotating tools in five approach directions".
Earlier in the week,
we featured the news release Measuring probes set tools, measure parts from
NCMT: "CNC machine tool manually operated measuring probes will be introduced for tool length setting, datuming and component measurement at MACH 2008".
In November 2007, we covered the news from CGTech
concerning its VERICUT 6.1
- take a look at CNC program simulation/verification streamlined
which says: "CNC machining software is designed to streamline the NC program verification and simulation process, and provide more tools to analyse the CNC machining process".
Take a look also at the news release from Emag UK, Highly flexible hobber cuts gears up to Module 4,
as well as One system sets milling and turning tools from Blum Novotest,
and Metal cutting insert raises milling efficiency from TaeguTec UK.
See also:
Added X-axis improves machining flexibility
(October 2007)
Seven-axis/21 tool CNC sliding head automatic lathe now has an extra X-axis, X-2, on the back spindle and back tool post to raise machining flexibility further
Dedicated VIPER grinding centre is 10% faster
(September 2007)
For creep feed grinding of nickel alloy components in the 'VIPER' process, a purpose dedicated 7-axis machining centre is 10% quicker than the original modified horizontal machining centre
Non-contact tool setting system introduced
(August 2007)
German metrology manufacturer will show a non-contact tool setting system, touch probes, tool length setting probe and software for in-process workpiece measurement at a UK GTMA event
Turning tools developments shown at EMO
(August 2007)
UK agent for tooling product suppliers Hommel + Keller, Ifanger, Mikron Tool and Schwanog advises they will show knurling, micro turning, drilling, internal thread whirling developments respectively
CNC machining programs analysed thoroughly
(July 2007)
Latest version of CGTech's VERICUT software gives NC programmers more tools to analyze their CNC machining process, such as navigating backwards from the last NC program line simulated
One non-contact unit checks mill and turn tools
(July 2007)
For users of CNC mill-turn centres, one non-contact tool setting system is now available for setting the tool length and radius for milling and turning tools
Milling inserts add machining stability
(July 2007)
Milling tool developments to be seen at EMO 2007 include a six-sided insert for very high speed machining and double sided inserts with an extremely secure screw clamping system
Positive rake inserts for turning tools
(July 2007)
WNT (UK) extends range of Plusline turning inserts with a series of positive rake inserts
Turning inserts have reduced edge build-up
(May 2007)
Turning insert grades feature reduced cutting friction and built-up edges when machining mild steel, stainless steel and other difficult to cut materials
Sliding head automatic lathe deep-hole drills
(March 2007)
CNC sliding head automatic lathe has a deep hole drilling facility and a motion control that allows very high speed cutting cycles for relatively simple turning operations
User feedback contributes to Vericut enhancements
(February 2007)
In Vericut 6.1, NC program review is now integrated in the main desktop allowing the user to navigate backwards from the last NC program line simulated
CNC 8mm bar automatic lathe has live tools
(February 2007)
An 8mm capacity, single spindle, CNC automatic lathe now has a motorised unit to power live tooling and there is also an option of a workpiece conveyor with the machine
News on the Turning tools for stainless steels from Kennametal UK
(January 2007)
An optimised, freer cutting chip-breaker geometry in combination with a new grade of carbide enables better chip flow and higher cutting speeds in turning stainless steels
Tooling inserts maintain complex turning accuracy
(January 2007)
An established sub-contract manufacturer of precision turned parts is using inserts to help it produce a wide cross-section of complex turned parts in sliding headstock automatics
Large mill-turn centre has extensive probing
(November 2006)
A 3.4m bed mill-turn centre is equipped with several on-machine probing/measuring options to aid in machining high value billets - eliminating scrap or rework
News on the Maxilock D turning tools from Ceratizit UK
(October 2006)
A range of turning and boring toolholders contain a pocket into which is located a spare shim and TorxPlus screw and the TorxPlus key is conveniently integrated into the shank
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
CNC sliding head auto cuts connector shell time
(June 2006)
Stainless steel plug shells for connectors are being machined 30% on a twin-spindle CNC sliding-head lathe followed by a single shaping operation - eventually to be incorporated in the cycle
'Entry level' CNC lathe has wide application
(May 2006)
A low cost, 'entry level' 15kW main spindle turning machine has been designed on the basis of machining a wide range of components within the smallest possible amount of space
Multi-station tools suit mill-turn centres
(May 2006)
For modern multi-purpose turning and milling machines, a novel multi-station tooling system increases the efficiency and flexibility of these machines by reducing tool changes
Portal bridge type vertical machining centre
(May 2006)
At MACH 2006, a fastgrowing tooling company will be proud to announce the UK exhibition launch of a string of innovative new products
Thread milling and turning tools boost sales
(April 2006)
A 37% increase in sales of threading products has helped Vargus Tooling UK to record a 12% increase in sales during the first quarter of 2006, compared with the same period last year
Cutters do ramp, helical, shoulder, peck milling
(March 2006)
Multi-functional metalcutting milling cutters that perform operations including ramping, helical milling, shoulder milling and peck drilling are available with six insert grades
CNC sliding head turn/mill auto is backlash-free
(March 2006)
Latest linear motor technology is being used to remove any likelihood of deflection and backlash and to optimise slideway structure of the most recent CNC sliding head turn/mill centre
Low-cost turning centre introduced
(March 2006)
Low cost, 'entry level', XYZ Mini Turn 200 turning centre has been designed on the basis of machining a wide range of components within the smallest possible amount of space
Turning tools have strong insert clamping
(February 2006)
Multi-function, internal turning tools feature a simply-structured insert clamping system that gives accurate indexing and prevents vibration and insert movement to promote a very long tool life
News on the Thread milling, turning tools from Vargus Tooling UK
(February 2006)
Tools are designed to thread mill and chamfer in a single operation with the same tool, therefore reducing both tooling requirements and tool changes and, as a result, tooling costs
Turn standard tools into multi-tasking turret
(February 2006)
Compact adaptors that allow standard (straight shank) turning tools to be utilised with the Walter Novex Capto system to allow use of high-precision and high-speed changeover features
Turn and mill with a multi-function tool
(November 2005)
By introducing the multifunctional CoroPlex MT Sandvik Coromant has established a new standard that is of user benefit for operations performed with the latest of machine tool technologies
Three tools work simultaneously for mill-turning
(November 2005)
With a total tool capacity for 80 tools of which 20 can be driven by 0.75kW motors, the latest third generation of CNC sliding headstock turn/mill centres can simultaneously engage three tools
Ready-to-install shafts completely machined
(November 2005)
Vertical multi-function turning centres self-load shafts and forgings, complete-machine them - including bores and surface finish - and unload them
Multi-station tools reduce machining time
(November 2005)
To suit modern multi-purpose turning and milling machines, a novel multi-station tooling system increases the efficiency and flexibility of these machines even further
Advanced CNC has improved cycles
(October 2005)
Advanced conversational/shop-floor programming features the Mazatrol CNC, to which cycles have been added or improved, such as simultaneous machining of two components
CNC sliding head auto has two Y-axis slides
(October 2005)
With a total tool capacity for 80 tools of which 20 can be drivens, the latest CNC sliding headstock turn/mill centres can independently use three tools simultaneously