Machine Tools

Grinding

Establishing an Effective Production Process for Femoral Balls

Grinding, honing and buffing can be performed on one machine to eliminate the need for these medical implant components to run across multiple pieces of equipment.  

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Swiss-Types

Mazak Syncrex Swiss-Style for Flexible, Versatile Operations

  IMTS 2022: The series comes in four bar capacities, ranging from 20 to 38 mm, and is available in 7-, 8- and 9-axis configurations as well as a 9-axis model with full B-axis contouring.  

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Fastems Flexible Pallet Container for CNC Milling Automation

It is said the PFC 8 provides simple automation of milling machines in a smaller footprint, offering  improved space efficiency and better ergonomics for operators working on either the hardware or software side.

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Where Automated Five-Axis Machining Isn’t a Challenge

A Minnesota shop recently added a five-axis machine with integrated pallet changer to perform days-long stretches of precision, repeatable small-parts machining on its own.

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How Advancements in CNC Multi-Spindles Can Put You Ahead of Current Trends

Growing economic and labor pressures are making CNC multi-spindle turn/mill technology more viable than ever. This real-world comparison to a single-spindle lathe shows how.

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Rotary Transfer Offers Full OD Turning Between Centers

This small-footprint trunnion rotary transfer machine includes an isolated cell to perform full OD turning between centers for improved concentricity compared to flipping parts in a station for backside turning or moving the part to another clamping position.

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Swiss-Types

The Right (Machine) Tool for the Right Job

This high-production shop uses both mechanical and CNC Swiss machines to make parts, but which machine is right for which job?

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Machine Shop Leans on Rotary Transfer for Higher Efficiency

A firearm parts supplier’s lean manufacturing methods help it discover the many advantages of rotary transfer technology.

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Automation

VersaBuilt Lathe Automation System for High-Mix Production

The system includes the VersaBuilt System Controller (VSC) software which has all robot motion preprogrammed, thereby enabling deployment in hours rather than weeks.

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Basics

5 Tips for Multichannel Programming

Programming for multitasking machines can be complex. Knowing several key points for making the process less challenging can save a programmer time as well as lessen confusion and the risk of error.

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