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Throwback Thursday: The Next Level of Mold Optimization
New technology gives everyone the ability to gain significant advantage, which pays off in faster builds, better performance, lower costs, and less-risk molds long into the future.
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Spindle Head Offers Increased Stability on Milling Machine
Zimmermann designed the FZU five-axis gantry milling machine with the VH10 spindle head. The VH10 replaces the VH12, which is not a Zimmermann product.
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Compact Five-Axis Gantry Milling Machine Preassembled for Quick Startup
The FZU is distinct from other Zimmerman machines like the FZ33 in that the FZU is a compact, preassembled machine. The machine is particularly suitable for machining aluminum and casting resins like Ureol.
Read MoreVise Solutions are Compact to Facilitate Higher Machining Accuracy
Röhm’s compact RZM Centric Vise and RKE NC-Compact Vise clamping system have specially designed features that reduce interferences.
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Clamping System Streamlines Palletizing and Clamping to Reduce Setup Time
Röhm Power-Grip Zero Point Clamping System is customizable to the machine, which enables the optimal use of the mahcine’s entire work-envelope space.
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Stand-Alone Additive Manufacturing Is a Thing of the Past
Additive manufacturing (AM) is no longer considered a stand-alone technology but is increasingly being integrated in existing manufacturing processes.
Read MoreBallscrew Inspection Considerations
Ballscrews must be inspected for diameter, pitch, lead angle and potential drunkenness to avoid wear and to achieve the necessary tolerances and surface finishes in mold work.
Read MoreATC Provides Ample Workpiece Storage for Unmanned Operation of Machine
The 32-position Auto Work Charger on the Mazak Variaxis i-300 five axis vertical machining center accommodates workpieces up to 13.779" in diameter, 12.401" high and weighing as much as 135 lbs.
Read MoreWhy You Need a Tool Presetter
Reduce machine idle time with fast, accurate, repeatable, offline cutting tool measurements.
Read MoreUsing Nontraditional Technology
MoldMaking Technology editorial advisory board (EAB) member Gabe Meldrum of CIE Century Plastics Inc. shares his take on finding and using new technologies to grow a business, such as waterjets and additive manufacturing.
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