Five Axis

Cutting Tools 23 Dec 2022

Barrel-Style Inserts Effectively Finish Machine Complex 3D Surfaces, Intricate Profiles

Tungaloy adds five barrel-style inserts to the BallFinishNose indexable tool, improving productivity of five-axis machining contours and surfaces typical in mold and die and aerospace.

Five Axis 16 Dec 2022

Five-Axis CNC is Ideally Suited for Solid PCD End Mill, Drill Production

The ANCA EDGe machine is capable of creating complex 3D cutting tool forms, including the company’s new generation of solid PCD helical end mills and drills.

High Speed Machining 28 Nov 2022

High-Speed, Five-Axis Mold Machining Achieved via Extended Barrel Series

Air Turbine Tool spindles can machine at 50,000 rpm in high-speed steel (HSS), accelerating mold machining capabilities.

Drills 17 Nov 2022

Hybrid Milling/Drilling Machine Reduces Total Mold Machining Time

MSI Mold Builders now squares, plus drills and taps eye-bolt holes on 50% of its tools in a single setup using a five-axis milling/drilling center with a universal spindle.

Five Axis 10 Nov 2022

Modular, Flexible CAM Speeds Five-Axis Programming, Boosts Profitability for Moldmaker

P and C Tool improves mold quality, minimizes secondary processes, takes on new business opportunities and increases profitability with new integrated CAM software.

Five Axis 8 Nov 2022

LMD Processing Extends Time Needed Between Tool and Die Repairs

The Trumpf Inc. five-axis TruLaser Cell 3000 combines laser welding with laser metal deposition, extending the number of cycles between die repairs and bringing more control to the process.

Machining 7 Nov 2022

Small, Agile Mold Builder Keeps Speed and Accuracy at the Forefront

Michigan-based Zero Tolerance tests the limits of moldmaking and molding with teamwork and technology that permits changes on the fly.

Five Axis 28 Sep 2022

IMTS 2022: From Precision Products & Professionals to Podcasts & Parties

Four years since the last IMTS and this 2022 event served up plenty of product line expansions, technology enhancements, candid conversations about business challenges and deep discussions about using technology and training to stay competitive.

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Machining 23 Sep 2022

Control Helps Push the Limits of Five-Axis Micro Mold Machining Accuracy

Toolmaker quickly meets the demands of critical medical device manufacturers with a new five-axis machine tool equipped with the right control technology.