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Steel ball inductive encoders solved lathe problem

 User application article   When a Spanish machine tool manufacturer had a problem with sourcing a linear encoder suited to the requirements of its newly developed lathe that was on the length limit of conventional encoders.

News from Newall Measurement Systems ( 2 February 2004)

Inline gearbox improves machine tool speed range

Two-speed inline gearbox, mounted directly between drive motor and spindle, is designed to improve the speed range of machine tools while maintaining consistent torque delivery and accuracy.  Brochure available  

News from ZF Great Britain ( 2 February 2004)

Bearings enhance static and dynamic stiffness

Bearings for demanding and high performance machine tool applications feature radial needle roller bearings combined with axial cylindrical roller to enhance static and dynamic stiffness.

News from R A Rodriguez ( 4 December 2003)

CD demonstrates ATC of heads in machining centre

CD uses video clips to show in detail how multi-heads, angle heads, speeders and rotary coolant adapters are exchanged between the tool magazine and spindle in a machining centre.

News from CTL-Centreline (11 November 2003)

Radio probe speeds parts set-up and verification

The world's first machine tool probe to use frequency hopping spread spectrum radio transmission offers rapid part set-up and part verification on a wide range of machines.  Brochure available  

News from Renishaw ( 5 November 2003)

Ballbar test software enhanced

Enhanced Ballbar 5 HPS software adds a historic review function, machine performance acceptance limits, part program generator and ballbar plot simulator.  Brochure available  

News from Renishaw (29 October 2003)

Doors and access hatches fold out of the way

CFM hinges offer a variety of fixing methods and a full 270deg opening for situations where it is useful to fold a door or access hatch fully out of the way.  Brochure available  

News from Elesa (UK) (30 September 2003)

Toolmaker adds on spindles and factory management

Toolholding product manufacturer that introduced a limited range of specialist cutting tools has diversified again into air turbine spindles and factory management software.  Brochure available  

News from NCMT (15 September 2003)

Miniature ballscrews offer high durability

High precision miniature ballscrews cater for the increased demand from designers and specifiers for small and compact ballscrews that offer high durability and accuracy of movement.

News from Jena Rotary Technology (12 August 2003)

Circular motion guide ensures milling accuracy

 User application article   When Mirage Machines launched its portable milling machine, the level of accuracy and reliability provided by an integral circular guide was no illusion.

News from THK UK (28 July 2003)

Panel hinges set flush into a frame

Hinges are specifically designed for use with doors that are set flush into a frame, either on a cabinet or equipment such as machine guards or access panels.  Brochure available  

News from EMKA ( 3 July 2003)

Ballscrew options and fitments expanded

Aiming to deliver high-quality ballscrew products products in shortened lead times, a supplier also includes a wide variety of end machining choices, support bearings and support nuts.

News from THK UK (21 May 2003)

Valve knob design updated

Stylish 5 lobe design in black technopolymer incorporating a square drive and a variety of coloured cap possibilities feature an updated valve knob.  Brochure available  

News from Elesa (UK) ( 7 May 2003)

Measuring system is fast and accurate for CNC

Delivering incredibly fast and accurate measurements for CNC systems, an absolute linear encoder uses an AC inductive measuring system that relies on a ball-based design.

News from Newall Measurement Systems ( 1 April 2003)

Metal parts demagnetised through tunnel

A large-format demagnetising tunnel, including roller conveyer, demagnetises steel products such as, for example, moulds, saw blades, machine parts and packaged components.

News from Goudsmit Magnetics Group BV (14 March 2003)

Sensor for machine guidance made available to all

Originally developed to enable feature location and machine guidance in aircraft production, a high speed, non-contact position sensor is broadly applicable to production of large components.

News from Meta Vision Systems (14 March 2003)

Access to over 650,000 manuals offered

Website offers access to over 650,000 machine tool and equipment manuals and technical documentation, and a comprehensive machining pocket guide is also available.

News from Business Industrial Network ( 4 March 2003)

Non-metal locks suit sensitive safety areas

An IP65 lock for doors or access panels features a built-in fold-away key and is especially suited to use in sensitive safety areas where the benefits of non-metal components are required.  Brochure available  

News from Elesa (UK) ( 4 March 2003)

Machinery vibration dampened out

Elastomer anti-vibration damping in a metal levelling foot isolates machine tools, machinery and equipment from its environment.  Brochure available  

News from Elesa (UK) (10 February 2003)

Clamp collars made in-house gives supply control

Making clamp collars with captive screws in-house gives full control over supply but also allows the company to apply its own quality standard to this increasingly popular product.  Brochure available  

News from Huco Engineering Components (23 January 2003)

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