Machining
A Simple Guide to Spindle Repair
Understand the causes of spindle failure and the steps for proper repair.
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Jig Grinder for Mold and Die Increases Rigidity for High Precision
The Hardinge Hauser 2000 combines grinding and hard milling features under one machine, featuring a dual-frame design, elimination of transverse forces and more to ensure highly accurate machining capabilities.
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Machining Center Provides Robust, Dynamic Milling Qualities
Roughing and finishing deep mold and die cavities is optimized using Chiron’s FZ 16 S five-axis machining center equipped with an HSK-A 100 interface, enabling reduced chatter, dynamic machining and the ability to tackle difficult materials.
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Five-Axis Vertical Mill Increases Mold Shop Capacity by Reducing Setups
Zero Tolerance now processes blocks — from squaring to waterline drilling to rough and finish milling — on a single five-axis CNC mill, reducing setups and moving blocks in/out of multiple machines without sacrificing accuracy and surface finish.
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Customizable Pallet Storage System Enables Unmanned Machining Operations
Especially well-suited for smaller shops, Grob Systems’ flexible PSS-T300 enables automatic pallet loading and removal for increased part production throughput.
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Five-Axis Machine Expands Advantages for Moldmaking
Optimized tool path and cutting angle control, access to hard-to-reach surfaces and overall efficiency and precision make Expand Machinery’s Gen Mill 5X-24 machining center optimal for the mold and die industry.
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How to Cut Setup Time, Extend Gate Life With the Right Machining Strategy
Microcut honing provides high-precision machining of needle valve nozzles and guides in hot runner systems.
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Technology and Sourcing Guide 2023: Machining
Machining shapes metal workpieces. Understanding both traditional and advanced machining techniques is critical to overcoming the various dimensional and finish challenges.
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Easy-to-Use CNC Control With Redesigned Graphical Interface
Kitaumura’s Arumatik-Mi control system, featuring a revamped, modern GUI, simplifies programming, part setup and machining for operators of all skill levels.
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Face Mill Holder With Damping Vibration Control Supports Far-Reaching Operations
Big Kaiser, a member of the Big Daishowa Group, offers the new SDF57 arbor-style face mill holders, what it claims is the largest and longest milling tool, which could have important benefits for moldmakers.
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