Machine Tools

Turning Machines

Robotic Cell Cuts Cycle Time, Improves Part Quality

Sew-Eurodrive Inc. worked with Okuma America’s authorized systems dealer to design an automated cell that includes an automatic magazine bar feeder that loads 6-ft. lengths of barstock into the machine. The shop also switched to an Okuma twin spindle, twin turret turning center so all of the machining operations are completed in one setup.

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Turn-Mills

Y Axis Offers Flexibility for Multitasking Operations

The Y axis has capabilities that make processes efficient and cost effective, and it supports many tools that enable a range of operations.

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Swiss-Types

Teaming Up in the Swiss Shop

This company capitalizes on employee empowerment and creativity to strengthen the work environment, improve production numbers and exceed customer expectations.

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Turn-Mills

There's a Multi-Spindle Island Available

This visit to ZPS America produced an upcoming feature article on the company's new multi-spindle CNC lathe.

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Medical

Advances in Swiss-Type Technology

R&D efforts in recent years have led to higher efficiencies, increased agility and expanded capabilities for shops performing Swiss-type turning.

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Swiss-Types

Metalcutting Fluids Fight Microbial Contamination

Metalcutting fluids have always been vulnerable to microbial contamination, but new formulations address that problem.

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Turning Machines

Vertical Turning in Electric Motor Production

As the demand for electric motors in the automotive industry grows, new transmission systems will continue to become more efficient. Here’s a vertical turning solution to address the productivity challenges associated with the demanding manufacturing process for related shaft components.

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Aerospace

Filling Bins While the Building is Empty

Over the past decade, technology has advanced to the point that lights-out machining is more seamless than ever before, with built-in safety systems and even the ability to switch from one part to another in the middle of the night.

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Grinding

Specialized Grinder and Software Speeds Part Production

Once the company implemented a new grinder, it not only saved time during setup, but it improved machine uptime and eliminated the need to purchase additional simulation software.

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A Different Look at the CNC Multi-Spindle

Last week at IMTS, ZPS showed a five-axis CNC multi-spindle designed for parts of low to medium complexity.

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