News releases on Manufacturingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 25 November
to Saturday 1 December 2007
Cermet turning inserts stability improved
A large range of over 300 inserts, with negative and positive geometries and selection of chip breakers, offer better cutting edge stability even when using coolant.
News from Mitsubishi Carbide (30 November 2007)
Solid carbide end mills machine aluminium
For the high efficiency machining for aluminium alloys, a range of solid micrograin carbide end mills with modified tooling geometries includes long and short types.
News from Mitsubishi Carbide (30 November 2007)
Users now seek more bandsaw performance
Technical Background Article Improved cutting performances, better cutting qualities and an increasing degree in automation have led to a constant improvement in bandsaw technology, reports Kasto.
News from Kasto (30 November 2007)
Specialised drills save machining costs
Six drilling developments shown by Kennametal at EMO 2007, included hole making in SS and carbon-fibre reinforced polymers, deep-hole drilling and a modular drilling system, reports Mike Page.
News from Mike Page - editor's feature articles (30 November 2007)
Transfer machines take batch sizes down to 100-off
Though associated with large batch and continuous volume production, two transfer machine designs can be changed over quickly to machine small batches down to 100-off.
News from Mikron Tool SA Agno (30 November 2007)
Gear wheel tester and grinder introduced
During EMO 2007, Gleason introduced a thread wheel grinder for finishing hardened gears and a CNC gear testing machine for production or quality laboratory use.
News from Gleason Corporation (30 November 2007)
Grinding crankshaft pins and bearings in one
A cylindrical grinding machine built for machining passenger car engine crankshafts up to 500mm long, grinds pin bearings and main bearings in one set-up. Brochure Available
News from Emag UK (30 November 2007)
Ensuring that indexable inserts are fixed
How is it possible to make sure that indexable inserts remain fixed exactly in their position - use a precision interface between the insert and tool holder, said a tooling manufacturer.
News from Sandvik Coromant UK (30 November 2007)
Multi-axis carbon fibre laying machine developed
User Application Article A multi-axis robotic carbon fibre tow laying machine, opeating at up to 8m/s, will dramatically accelerate production, improve strength and reduce waste. Brochure Available
News from Festo (30 November 2007)
UK machine tool event brings GBP 1.3m in orders
UK machine tool supplier, C Dugard, has reported an order intake of over GBP 1.3 million during the recent opening of a new showroom. Brochure Available
News from Dugard (30 November 2007)
Machine tool stations times analysed
Cycle time analyser records the cycle times of all production machine stations and provides users with an insight into the NC and PLC program flow.
News from Bosch Rexroth (30 November 2007)
CAD/CAM machine tool software improved
Software for programming CNC milling machines, lathes, wire EDM, mill/turn centres and Swiss-type lathes has significant improvement to commonly used CAD and CAM functionality. Brochure Available
News from Delcam (30 November 2007)
Upwards vertical caster produces Cu-Mg rod
User Application Article An upwards vertical casting machine uses a graphite crucible, electrical resistance heating and nitrogen gas protection of the internal hot-working parts to produce copper-magnesium rod.
News from Rautomead International (30 November 2007)
Inserts supplier change betters deep-hole drilling
User Application Article A deep-hole drilling head is machining holes to size consistently while the need to change inserts has fallen dramatically since switching to different inserts.
News from TaeguTec UK (29 November 2007)
Plastic chain/slat conveyors are very flexible
Highly flexible plastics chain or slat conveying options suit a wide range of industry uses such as filling, packaging, inspection, storage, general manufacturing and assembly.
News from Automation Supplies (29 November 2007)
Vanishing oil solves presswork problem
User Application Article A pressworking company had to provide pressings for the construction industry, but they had to be dry 20-30 min after leaving the press and accept a self-adhesive foam.
News from John Neale (29 November 2007)
Wire EDM improves subcontractor services
User Application Article EDM subcontractor has purchased a wire EDM to improve its manufacturing services and improve turnaround times and achieve tight customer delivery deadlines.
News from Agie Charmilles (29 November 2007)
Low-cost units bring CNC capabilities to all users
A high specification, low cost CNC 3-axis machine, beginning at under GBP 7,000, can perform routing and engraving, drilling and milling, dosing and sign making, prototyping and modelling. Brochure Available
News from Unimatic Engineers (29 November 2007)
Automatic systems scan car bodies for defects
User Application Article Surface defect detection systems operate as stationery or robotic arm test rigs to scan multiple inspection points on car body parts, automatically identifying and marking any surface defects. Brochure Available
News from Micro-Epsilon UK (29 November 2007)
500 book space for German machine tool show
The VDW informs that around 500 exhibitors from 17 countries have already booked more than 40,000m2 net exhibition space for METAV 2008 and the organiser is optimistic.
News from VDW (29 November 2007)
Press shop automation UK agency announced
Sheet metal coil processing system technology company, Soprem Automation, has appointed Shear-Form Machine Tools as sole UK representative.
News from Shear-Form Machine Tools (29 November 2007)
Plastics bearings maker to expand UK capacity
UK manufacturer of thermoplastics bearing assemblies and technical moulding systems intends to expand production capacity at its Knaresborough plant and recruit qualified staff.
News from BNL (UK) (29 November 2007)
Automotive steel supplier gains Ford 'Q1'
UK steel supplier of automotive strip products, Corus Strip Products (UK), has gained the Ford 'Q1' award for excellence in supply and continuous improvement. Brochure Available
News from Corus Automotive (29 November 2007)
Ball transfer units move heavy loads
A high quality range of ball transfer units move workpieces or sub-assemblies and will fit into any conveyor system to provide inear or rotary movement of heavy loads, such as sheet steel. Brochure Available
News from Elesa (UK) (29 November 2007)
No skills required to program handling robots
Robot programming software is claimed to deliver the fastest way to successful installation of robotic handling systems without the need for robot programming skills. Brochure Available
News from ABB Robotics (29 November 2007)
Metrology catalogue includes specifications
Catalogue covers the full range of Mahr Federal's dimensional metrology instruments, including the latest digital calipers, depth gauges, height gauges and digital indicators.
News from Mahr Federal (29 November 2007)
60m robot system welds aluminium rolling stock
User Application Article Robotic welding systems on a 60m long overhead track are reducing fabrication costs and shortening construction times in building railway rolling stock, writes Walter Lutz.
News from Cloos Schweisstechnik (29 November 2007)
Hydraulic components firm sets up in UK
Hydraulic pipework, components and accessories company is building hose and tube assembly assembly plant in Sheffield, UK and will employ around 100.
News from Stauff UK (28 November 2007)
Plastics pouring rates precisely controlled
Mixing heads can be used in plastics moulding production with maximum flexibility allowing their output can be varied from one shot to the next.
News from Krauss-Maffei (UK) (28 November 2007)
Free tube deburring guide issued
'Tube Deburring with Brushes' is a free guide describing typical tube deburring process using brushes, and explains the advantages of brush deburring over other methods.
News from Weiler Corporation (28 November 2007)
Small air compressor has frequency converter
A compact, frequency controlled screw compressor provides a small footprint whilst a built in frequency inverter ensures a minimal carbon footprint. Brochure Available
News from Boge Compressors (28 November 2007)
Free software offered for RP/RM file inspection
Free software is for fast stereolithography inspection and compression and offers a total and automated system for rapid prototyping and rapid manufacturing companies.
News from Materialise (28 November 2007)
CAM produces toolpaths and simulates
A CAM system that not only produces toolpaths but also offers simulation will be demonstrated at the forthcoming EuroMold Exhibition In Germany.
News from ModuleWorks (28 November 2007)
Chain monitoring device installation is easier
Innovative chain monitoring technology, that can be installed and operated either by maintenance engineers or OEMs, has devices supplied ready fitted to a section of chain.
News from Renold Chain (28 November 2007)
High performance plastics work under the hood
A high performance grade of engineering plastics is formulated for under the bonnet applications and offers a revolutionary improvement in long term thermal stability up to 230 deg C.
News from DSM Engineering Plastics (28 November 2007)
High-resolution lenses aid part inspection
High-resolution telecentric lenses have been designed for high-resolution discrete part inspection in semiconductor manufacturing operations.
News from Moritex Europe (28 November 2007)
Ballscrew manufacturer sets up UK company
Ballscrew manufacturer August Steinmeyer has set up a 'sister' company in the UK, having seen UK turnover grow 60% since a subsidiary was established one year ago.
News from Steinmeyer (28 November 2007)
Eight-axis motion controller is 'intelligent'
An intelligent, 8-axis motion controller has been designed to offer a 'one box' system for machinery builders and expands servo control from three to four axes. Brochure Available
News from Baldor UK (28 November 2007)
Measurement and control products exhibited
Electronics company will be showing a comprehensive range of products for industrial measurement and control, and energy monitoring at the UK's Mtec 2008 exhibition. Brochure Available
News from Lamerholm Electronics (28 November 2007)
System error proofs residual torque auditing
Torque Measurement System is designed to to virtually eliminate false readings and significantly reduce the variability commonly found in peak torque auditing. Brochure Available
News from ASI DataMyte International (28 November 2007)
Moulding software reduces cycle times
The Hipermoulding module determines which rapid manufacturing technique is best to produce specific component geometry and determine the location and shape of the cooling channels.
News from GTMA (28 November 2007)
CAM is seamlessly integrated with CAD
A powerful CAM software with single-window user interface and full associativity between the CAD model and NC tool path guarantees a an efficient flow from 3D model to the machined part.
News from SolidCAM (CADTECH) (28 November 2007)
Laser marking copes with curved surfaces
Laser marking system provides greater flexibility, compared to conventional fiber lasers, when performing high-speed, precise marking or machining of high-resolution patterns or curved surfaces.
News from Telesis Technologies (28 November 2007)
Power press and mould tools repaired in-situ
Laser welding system enables high quality repairs to be completed in a fraction of the time, by eliminating the time-consuming task of de-mounting large tools or moulds. Brochure Available
News from Rofin-Baasel UK (28 November 2007)
Upgrading shot blasting trebles efficiency
User Application Article Upgrading shot blasting machinery at a steel foundry has resulted in trebling of efficiency, increased output and improved blast performance. Brochure Available
News from Wheelabrator Group (28 November 2007)
Management software optimises production
User Application Article A global packaging company has chosen production management software to optimise manufacturing operations and support global growth. Brochure Available
News from GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms UK (27 November 2007)
Microwave sensor efector uses radar principle
An electronic level sensor for small tanks in industrial automationmeasures the level using electromagnetic pulses in the nanosecond range. Brochure Available
News from IFM Electronic (27 November 2007)
Software simplifies energy management
A software suite enables reliable and affordable remote energy monitoring, management and control over very wide areas, monitoring log gas, electricity and oil consumption. Brochure Available
News from Omniflex (UK) (27 November 2007)
Software imports sheet metal 3D models
User Application Article Large UK sub-contract sheet metal working plant chose a software system that gives it the ability to import 3D models, dramatically reducing set-up times and scrap. Brochure Available
News from Radan Computational (27 November 2007)
PCD milling inserts need no regrinding
Polycrystalline diamond milling system combines simplified tool pre-setting with high precision to increase performance when finish milling aluminium components. Brochure Available
News from WNT (UK) (27 November 2007)
Geared 600Nm motor acts as actuator
Range of drive systems includes a slip-on geared motor with built-in limit switches that is an ideal actuator for reverse motion and is available in four sizes with torques up to 600Nm.
News from Rodriguez (UK) (27 November 2007)
Viscometer helps to keep polycarbonate flowing
An online viscometer is specifically intended for the monitoring of polycarbonate melts and is designed for mounting in a nozzle at an elbow in the melt pipe. Brochure Available
News from Hydramotion (27 November 2007)
CNC lathe cuts plastics pen barrels in one set-up
User Application Article CNC lathe equipped with a modified short bar feeding system produces plastics pen components in one operation and has halved floor-to-floo time and reduced production costs.
News from Kingsbury Machine Tools (27 November 2007)
Touch probe added to non-contact measurement
Adding a touch probe for 3D contact measurement to non-contact optical and laser measurement makes this system a truly compact multi sensor machine, said its supplier. Brochure Available
News from Nikon UK (27 November 2007)
Alignment lasers have reduced speckle pattern
Homogenous series line lasers are now available with a broadband light source, using 680nm super luminescent diodes (SLDs) with reduced speckle pattern.
News from Laser Components (UK) (27 November 2007)
Machine tool firm acquires French tooling
Mori Seiki Co in Japan has reached an agreement to take over the business of Sandvik Tobler SAS, France, which is a part of the Sandvik Tooling business area. Brochure Available
News from Mori Seiki UK (27 November 2007)
UK's manufacturing firms are confident in 'green'
Recent research by a business bank showed that owner-managers of the UK's manufacturing companies are confident of their ability to manage pressures to 'go green'.
News from Barclays (27 November 2007)
Dispensing and coating programmed off-line
Software provides off-line programming of the PCB coating process for the Dima HC conformal coating systems, while an earlier board is being processed. Brochure Available
News from Kaisertech (27 November 2007)
Machine deep-hole drills up to 30m depth
A large deep-hole drilling and boring machine can produce holes of up to 10m long and 300mm diameter using its BTA drilling, BTA skiving-burnishing and trepanning facility.
News from Precihole Machine Tools (27 November 2007)
Miniature valves increase pneumatic reliability
Miniature direct acting solenoid valves increase the performance and reduce the maintenance requirements of a wide range of compact pneumatic systems. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin - Pneumatic Division (27 November 2007)
Laser deposition welds correct tooling wear
Using the laser deposition welding process with metal wire or metal powder consumables can build up won surfaces on power press tooling or plastics moulds. Brochure Available
News from Trumpf (27 November 2007)
Securing the manufacturing supply chain with PLM
Enhancing sales, marketing and after-market business processes have to be integrated within the context of the overall manufacturing value chain, writes Andrew Piscina.
News from hybris UK (26 November 2007)
'Space Puzzle' moulds for RP and production
User Application Article Space Puzzle Molding is a rapid prototyping and a production tool moulding small volumes for trials and then asily modifid for volume production tooling.
News from Protoform (26 November 2007)
Mould tunnel gate inserts are almost invisible
A range of mini tunnel gate inserts, regarded to be the smallest to have ben made, are used for the virtually invisible gating of miniature parts typically weighing between 0.1 and 5g.
News from i-mold GmbH & Co. KG (26 November 2007)
Pocket PCs manage tooling costs/consumption
Job-oriented intake of cutting tools usage with PDAs (Pocket PCs) using of integrated data analysis makes it possible to inspect the tool costs per workpiece.
News from EVO Informationssysteme (26 November 2007)
Hot-dip galvanizing line control uprated
A zinc coating mass control system uses a proven physics-based coating mass model to generate accurate references and control knife to strip distances and stripping gas pressure.
News from Morgan Construction Company (26 November 2007)
Engines producer selects ERP for functionality
User Application Article Unmanned Air Vehicles engines producer, moving from full-time R and D into production, needed to update its ERP and selected one which combined technology and functionality.
News from Exel Computer Systems (26 November 2007)
PLM and ERP combined to raise effectiveness
Fully integrated enterprise resource planning software now has several PLM capabilities to meet demand for managing product lifecycle from quote, to production, shipment installation and support.
News from Visibility (26 November 2007)
Reduce waste within the supply chain
For global manufacturers, software offers more flexibility to help streamline operations, improve communication and reduce waste within the supply chain.
News from QAD Europe Limited (26 November 2007)
Safety light curtain protects hands and fingers
A range of light safety curtains has been expanded to include hand and finger protection following the introduction of a 14mm safety protection resolution. Brochure Available
News from Leuze Mayser (26 November 2007)
CNC machining cell shortens lead-times
User Application Article Aerospace manufacturing company's investment in a flexible machining cell will increase profitability and flexibility and will be able to offer a rapid turnaround for components. Brochure Available
News from Mori Seiki UK (26 November 2007)
Three turning centres give a racing advantage
User Application Article Three CNC turning centres installed at a motor sport Formula One's workshop have produced a ten fold improvement over their previous manufacturing capability. Brochure Available
News from Mori Seiki UK (26 November 2007)
CNC turning and mill-turn machines updated
Latest universal turning and mill/turning machines offer up to 25% performance improvement, when compared with the last generation, while work area visibility has been improved.
News from DMG (UK) (26 November 2007)
Steel turning tool insert grades extended
Developing a range of turning inserts to meet every steel turning job from roughing through to finishing, Walter GB has added on inserts for finishing and rough/medium turning.
News from Walter GB (26 November 2007)
Digital brushless servo drives get Ethernet link
A family of digital brushless servo drives has been introduced with the addition of Ethernet PowerLink communications to increase system performance while decreasing overall system costs. Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin Electromechanical Automation (26 November 2007)
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