News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 28 October
to Saturday 3 November 2007
Speeding up and securing tool changing
A tooling and tool holding company introduced some interesting tool holding developments at EMO 2007, which we present in this brief article.
News from Mapal ( 2 November 2007)
Wire-EDM plus water jet equals faster cutting
To provide even faster cutting speeds than are currently possible with wire-EDM, the process has been combined with water jet cutting in one machine to increase speeds.
News from Sodi-Tech edm ( 2 November 2007)
Improving production plant performance analysis
By combining industrial service-oriented architecture technology with the latest proprietary software, a module improves the tracking and analysing of plant performance.
News from Invensys Wonderware ( 2 November 2007)
CNC boring/milling machine interest doubled
Builder of medium to heavy duty CNC milling/boring machines, Unisign, reported more than double the number of enquiries from EMO 2007, when compared with th 2006 show.
News from Unisign ( 2 November 2007)
ERP/accounting software avoids project failures
An innovative approach to software implementations for higher end ERP and accounting systems avoids project delays, budget overruns, and overall failures.
News from Technology Group International ( 2 November 2007)
Designing for environmental material handling
Technical Background Article Saving energy at every step is possible with today's innovative vacuum technology for your consumer goods manufacturing says Hala El Sheemy from PIAB.
News from PIAB ( 2 November 2007)
Mold software covers high speed 3- and 5-axis
Mould and die machining software now includes enhanced, high-speed, 3- and 5-axis machining capabilities and can reduce cycle times by 25-50% and raising part quality. Brochure Available
News from DP Technology ( 2 November 2007)
Wet blast machine identifies surface defects
User Application Article A wet blast machine in a dedicated surface cleaning and preparation cell enables surface imperfections or cracks to be identified quickly and efficiently.
News from Vapormatt ( 2 November 2007)
VMC reduces valve part machining time by 40%
User Application Article Valve manufacturer reports that its latest vertical machining centre has machined a valve with 4,813 x 3mm diameter holes 40% quicker compared to the previous machine used for the task.
News from Cincinnati Machine ( 2 November 2007)
Bibliographic reference software made for Macs
Latest Mac version of what is believed to be the world's most popular bibliographic reference management software introduces reference grouping, AppleScript compatibility and much more. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific ( 2 November 2007)
Avoiding electric currents from damaging bearings
The growing use of variable frequency drives is leading to bearing damage caused by the affects of electrical currents and Phil Burge explains how the latest bearings avoid the problem. Brochure Available
News from SKF UK ( 2 November 2007)
UK machine tool group notes 'best EMO ever'
UK CNC lathe builder reported that machines on its EMO 2007 stand were sold before the end of the show and orders taken were 45% above EMO 2005.
News from 600 Group ( 2 November 2007)
Management pressures damage strategic plans
Survey revealed that conflicting and ever increasing demands on manufacturing managers detract from strategic planning and slows long-term company growth.
News from Chartered Management Institute ( 1 November 2007)
Machine tool Open House brings GBP 550,000 orders
Machine tool orders worth some GBP 550,000 were received during three days of an Open House organised by Hardinge Machine Tools in the UK recently.
News from Hardinge Machine Tools ( 1 November 2007)
Fettling robot 'feels' its way around castings
A software function, RobotWare Machining FC, lets robots grind, polish or buff castings while maintaining a constant pressure between the tool and the work surface. Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics ( 1 November 2007)
Pierce-nut fastener offers consistent earthing
A self-piercing nut offers high strength location and consistent electrical earthing of components in sheet metal assemblies, in panels up to 2mm thick. Brochure Available
News from Profil UK ( 1 November 2007)
Modular boring system covers wide diameter range
A modular multi-head boring system has a number of boring bars/bridges to achieve a required diameter using fine adjustment from a single spindle head. Brochure Available
News from WNT (UK) ( 1 November 2007)
Darkening welding filter used down to 20A
Designed will fit in most Huntsman welding helmets and other branded helmets, a lightweight, auto darkening welding filter can be used with TIG, MIG and MMA down to 20A.
News from Jackson Products ( 1 November 2007)
CAM system is certified by SolidWorks
The SolidWorks Partner Program has awarded Delcam's FeatureCAM range of feature-based CAM software the status of 'Certified CAM Product'. Brochure Available
News from Delcam ( 1 November 2007)
Flat products prices forecast to move higher
Reviewing world steel flat products prices, MEPS (International) forecasts that in general, prices are trending upwards, particularly where demand is strong.
News from MEPS (International) ( 1 November 2007)
Press working hardens chassis components
A novel press hardening process for the automotive industry allows steel parts to be manufactured more efficiently with high strength and low weight.
News from AP and T AB, Automation, Press and Tooling ( 1 November 2007)
Economical electric lifting cylinders save space
The cost of additional gearing and maintenance are avoided by using powerful, dynamic and compact electric lifting cylinders, which give direct response and precision.
News from Danaher Motion Ltd ( 1 November 2007)
Five-axis machining produces complex parts
Direct drive, rotary torque tables on the latest 5-axis machining centres give fast and responsive 3+2 (positional) or simultaneous, highly accurate 5-axis machining.
News from Agie Charmilles ( 1 November 2007)
Mill-turn centre capabilities increased
A multi-tasking, mill-turn centre offers high power in a heavy duty single cast bed construction with rigid box guideways and a rigid B-axis milling head. Brochure Available
News from Dugard ( 1 November 2007)
Over 4500 laser welding systems delivered
User Application Article Since the launch some 15 years ago of its first manually-operated Nd:YAG laser welder, Baasel lasertech has supplied over 4,500 machines and claims to be a leader in jewellery sector. Brochure Available
News from Rofin-Baasel UK ( 1 November 2007)
Laser-machining micro-tubes
Linear motor technology together with directly driven rotary axes provide enhanced speed and accuracy for the laser machining of complex geometries in micro components. Brochure Available
News from Rofin-Baasel UK ( 1 November 2007)
EMO 2007 brings CNC machine tool sales
Mori Seiki UK reports significant CNC machine tool sales from the 2700m2 stand at EMO 2007 and advises a second showing of the latest machines in Paris, France, in November. Brochure Available
News from Mori Seiki UK ( 1 November 2007)
Presswork firm adds assembly cell
Having recently added an automated production and assembly cell, a sheet metalworking and presswork subcontractor has launched an updated Web site describing services. Brochure Available
News from Braime Pressings ( 1 November 2007)
CNC machine tool builders European sales up 45%
Nearly 170,000 visitors attended the EMO 2007 exhibition and Haas Automation Europe, showing 30 CNC machine tools, said it had sold 555 units - up 45% against 2006.
News from Haas Automation (31 October 2007)
Precision toolholder run-out is under 0.003mm
A precision toolholder provides absolutely steady tool clamping with no shape distortion of the toolholder, giving a consistently precise run-out accuracy of less than 0.003mm. Brochure Available
News from Schunk Intec (31 October 2007)
Low cost data recorder is easy to use
A low cost data recorder is easy to use, secure and adaptable recorder that will meet the needs of industry at a competitive price.
News from Eurotherm (31 October 2007)
Compact bar feeder fits restricted spaces
Three recently updated models of bar feeders include a compact design that handles bar of 5-51mm diameter and up to 2080mm long for use in restricted spaces. Brochure Available
News from Kitagawa Europe (31 October 2007)
German firm sells 526 machine tools at EMO 2007
Claiming to be the largest exhibitor at EMO 2007, Gildemeister said it sold 526 machine tools from its 4000m2 stand at the show - worth EUR 162 million.
News from DMG (UK) (31 October 2007)
Automation firm offers 24/7 telephone support
Automation safety systems supplier, Pilz Automation Technology, has introduced a full 24/7 telephone service to offer its customers a high level of immediate technical support.
News from Pilz Automation Technology (31 October 2007)
Sealed degreaser handles 4 ton charges
User Application Article UK heat treatment business claims to be the first to respond to environmental legislation by installing a hermetically sealed solvent degreasing system taking a 4 ton charge weight.
News from IB Industries (31 October 2007)
Precise frame determines accurate bandsawing
Using patented technology of precise, parallel movement of the frame including a ball rail system on both columns, bandsawing machines display the optimal cutting performance.
News from PE-TRA Machines Ltd (31 October 2007)
Edge sintered inserts cut Al machining costs
Inserts use the latest in sintering technology to improve metal cutting performance and reduce costs in applications involving aluminium and other light alloys. Brochure Available
News from WNT (UK) (31 October 2007)
Heller expands UK CNC machine tool building plant
Heller Machine Tools is adding a 35% extension to its UK facility to increase its production capacity and help maintain existing short lead times from order to delivery. Brochure Available
News from Heller Machine Tools (31 October 2007)
Forming feasibility and costing made in Catia
Sheet metal forming software identifies 90% of the forming problems within minutes at product and process design stages and help in saving on materials costs.
News from Forming Technologies (31 October 2007)
CNC milling control contours faster
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. Brochure Available
News from Hurco Europe (31 October 2007)
Solvent cleaning fluid is non-hazardous
Yesterday - October 30 - was the Solvent Emissions Directive's deadline when users of chlorinated solvents have to conform or use non-hazaardous solvents.
News from QSCD (31 October 2007)
Solid carbide twist drills cut to 40xD depth
Solid carbide deep hole twist drills cut holes up to 40D depth in steels and cast alloys and ensures safe chip clearance at maximum feds and speeds.
News from Mapal (31 October 2007)
Linear motors smooth wire EDM operation
Applying linear motor drives to wire-cut EDMs raises precision and provide vibration-free operation, while latest control systems reduce energy consumptipon by about 40%.
News from Sodi-Tech edm (31 October 2007)
CNC machining developments to be shown
Latest CNC milling machines, machining centres and mill-turn centres will be demonstrated during the forthcoming Open House at C Dugard, UK. Brochure Available
News from Dugard (31 October 2007)
CNC sliding head auto replaces three cam types
User Application Article UK machining subcontractor has purchased its first CNC sliding head automatic lathe, which will replace three existing cam-operated automatic lathes in machining complex work. Brochure Available
News from Citizen Machinery UK (31 October 2007)
Optical tool pre-setter measures within seconds
User Application Article An optical machine tooling pre-setter uses a vision system that automatically detects the cutting edge and produces accurate measuring results within seconds.
News from Eley Metrology (31 October 2007)
Collet blocks grip oddly shaped parts
Collet blocks are designed to grip round, hexagonal, square or odd-shaped parts from 1C to 35J sizes for high-production machining applications.
News from Hardinge Machine Tools (31 October 2007)
CNC automatic lathe rolls serrations too
User Application Article By combining the rolling of serrations on steering shaft with metal cutting operations on a CNC automatic lathe, a manufacturer is saving over GBP 90,000/year.
News from LMT Fette (30 October 2007)
Downdraught workbench has HEPA filtration
HEPA H112 filtration features a downdraught workbench, enabling it to be used in clean room environments and has lockable castors to facilitate cleaning.
News from WorkPoint Environments (30 October 2007)
Plant diagnostics analysed, shared in real time
Software system collects and analyses real-time diagnostics from plant production assets, drives the appropriate actions, and shares information with factory databases and HMIs.
News from Invensys (30 October 2007)
Compact double acting belt drive chosen
User Application Article A double-acting version of a belt driven system was chosen by an aluminium coil rolling mill for its speed, response and compactness for a limited mounting space. Brochure Available
News from HepcoMotion (30 October 2007)
Multi-sensor measurement systems released
A range of multi-sensor measurement systems feature optical, camera, laser and tactile probing options in a wide variety of configurations.
News from Hexagon Metrology (30 October 2007)
Deflection systems speed laser marking
By using the latest deflection systems a laser marking system offers speedier marking and higher pulse peak powers and higher pulse energy. Brochure Available
News from Trumpf (30 October 2007)
Lead-free soldering process controlled cleanly
An ionic contamination 'cleanliness' tester features a volumetric testing cell does not need users to calculate assembly surface areas under test.
News from Gen3 Systems (30 October 2007)
Multi-phase inserts raise productivity by 20%
The addition of aluminium and oxygen to the conventional silicon nitride matrix has produced the hardest and most wear resistant metal cutting insert grade available, said a tooling manufacturer.
News from Ceratizit UK (30 October 2007)
Fewer robots needed to paint cars
Having a very large working envelope, two robots can replace four existing ones when painting an automobile's exterior and ensures coating is more consistent. Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics (30 October 2007)
ERP software drives performance initiatives
Comprehensive manufacturing and supply chain management software has enhanced scalability and performance, updated core manufacturing and supply chain functionality.
News from Epicor (30 October 2007)
Metal cutting insert raises milling efficiency
A six-sided metal cutting insert that enables high milling feeds to be used and a double sided milling insert cutter with a very positive clamping upgrade machining efficiency.
News from TaeguTec UK (30 October 2007)
Conduit cutting/assembly guide published
An electrical conduit cutting and assembly guide for Adaptaflex metallic and non-metallic systems includes the latest Adaptalok ATS fittings. Brochure Available
News from Adaptaflex (30 October 2007)
Measuring arm is highly accurate
A highly accurate and easy to handle manually operated coordinate measuring arm can be equipped with a variety of touch trigger and laser scanning probes.
News from Metris (30 October 2007)
Infra-red system checks bonnets for creases
User Application Article A fast response, medium wave infra-red system is checking that the bonnets of luxury convertible cars are free of creases and successfully pre-aged for better weatherability.
News from Heraeus Noblelight, I-R Division (30 October 2007)
Shot peening is ultrasonically activated
Ultrasonic equipment is suitable for shot-peening, straightening and peen-forming applications and can be used on many aerospace components including engines, blades and bearings. Brochure Available
News from Wheelabrator Group (30 October 2007)
CAM system links to Vericut software
For machine tool simulation and feed rate optimisation, Delcam has announced that its PowerMILL CAM system now links up with CGTech's Vericut software. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (30 October 2007)
Large display has 22 CNC machine tools
One of the largest exhibition stands at the recent EMO 2007 machine tool show was the Yamazak Mazak Corporation one with 22 CNC machine tools on display. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (30 October 2007)
Truly seamless CAM to be shown at Euromold
A single-window user interface and full associativity between CAD model and NC tool path in CAM software guarantees an efficient flow between 3D design model to machined part.
News from SolidCAM (CADTECH) (29 October 2007)
Forum to discuss European data centre demand
Referring to a forthcoming Finance and Investment Forum - Investing in Data Centres - BroadGroup Consulting, said that new investment is occurring for building more data centres.
News from BroadGroup (29 October 2007)
CNC punch press ups subcontract competitiveness
Precision sheet metal working subcontractor has had installed one of th latest CNC punching centres, which with 2G axis accelerations offers higher productivity.
News from Fife Fabrications (29 October 2007)
Nylon plastics adjustable levers introduced
Nylon plastics adjustable levers have glass fiber reinforced thermoplastics with molded in metal inlay on the tapped or blind bore type, or with metal insert on the threaded stud type.
News from Winco (29 October 2007)
Metal cutting tooling to boost productivity
Aiming to improve metal cutting productivity, profitability and performance, a range of tools and inserts feature tungsten carbide grades for drilling, milling, turning and grooving.
News from Iscar Tools (29 October 2007)
PMC simplifies print management for SAP R/3
Print management control software simplifies the management of Windows print servers, drivers, printers and output files from SAP and other applications on Windows or UNIX platforms.
News from Entrix Computing (29 October 2007)
CNC sliding head auto to oust five cam types
User Application Article Subcontract precision engineering company is planning to replace five older cam automatic lathes and reduce second operation work with one CNC sliding head automatic. Brochure Available
News from Citizen Machinery UK (29 October 2007)
Insert's six cutting corners halve threading costs
Six-cornered inserts that can turn threads in a multitude of pitches, and in ISO, UN, BSW, NPT and BSPT ranges, offer tremendous savings in tooling costs.
News from Vargus Tooling UK (29 October 2007)
Bosch Rexroth acquires hydraulic valve maker
Bosch Rexroth has acquired Coventry, UK-based Oil Control, which manufactures and distributes a variety of hydraulic valves and associated equipment.
News from Bosch Rexroth (29 October 2007)
RF welding clear containers at up to 600/h
Automatic radio frequency welding systems produce containers from clear or printed PVC and PET sheet materials at outputs of up to 600/h.
News from GEAF North America (29 October 2007)
Blow-moulded bottles extend shelf life
User Application Article A bottle is blow moulded in PP/EVOH/PP to provide long-term barrier protection for extended shelf life, with contact clear PP to help enhance product appearance on shelf.
News from RPC Containers (29 October 2007)
Robot cell fettles and finishes rotor cases
A robotic cell has replaced labour-intensive fettling and blending operations on pump rotor case inlet and outlet ports, reducing labour and improving the working environment. Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics (29 October 2007)
Hot rolling mill gearbox repaired fast
User Application Article Following catastrophic hot rolling mill gearbox failure, engineers removed damaged gears, manufacturing new units and recommissioned the gearbox just 46 days later.
News from David Brown Engineering (29 October 2007)
Tool adds extra NC axis for contour boring
Electronically guided boring tool system adds an extra NC axis on machine tools for jobs such as contour turning on joint bearings and valve seats or machining grooves in valve housings.
News from Mapal (29 October 2007)
Wire-cut EDM is claimed to be world's fastest
Introduced at EMO 2007, a wire EDM machine, equipped with linear motor drives, is claimed to be the world's fastest of its type in large die manufacture.
News from Sodi-Tech edm (29 October 2007)
Optimisation software lowers inventories
Patent-pending product cycle optimisation software will increase planning productivity and schedule efficiency and decrease inventory and stock outs said Greycon.
News from Greycon (29 October 2007)
CAD/CAM revives mould and die making interest
User Application Article Mould and die students get an exposure to manufacturing practices while manufacturing students get an exposure to the design process all within one software package.
News from VX Corporation (29 October 2007)
Turning centre cuts two parts in one
Latest twin-turret, twin-spindle, turning centre offers simultaneous cutting of two workpieces combined with barfeed and parts handling to dramatically reduce cycle times. Brochure Available
News from Yamazaki Mazak UK (29 October 2007)
Button inserts reduce milling costs
Cutter body design of milling cutters allows he maximum number of inserts to be seated, which results in increased feed rates and reduced cycle times. Brochure Available
News from WNT (UK) (29 October 2007)
Roll form design software creates 3D models
Roll form software produces a 3D CAD model directly in SolidWorks and AutoCAD, whether with one pass or all passes, and in the 3D drawing of the machines.
News from UBECO (29 October 2007)
CAM provider appoints Turkish reseller
Provider of metal cutting CAM software, CGTech, has appointed Ucgen Yazilim to market and support VERICUT CAM software in Turkey. Brochure Available
News from CGTech (29 October 2007)
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