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CAM Software Optimizes Tool Paths for Swiss Machining
IMTS 2024: SolidCAM provides programming ease of use, flexibility and configurability for complex multi-turret and multi-spindle mill-turn and Swiss CNC machines.
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Toolholder Series Increases Lathe Efficiency, Precision
Big Daishowa’s C3 series of Big Capto toolholders minimize vibration and movement, and enable this key piece of turning equipment for moldmakers to reach spaces that are tight or have limited clearance.
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Positive Wiper Geometries Increase Productivity, Part Quality
The curved wiper cutting edge featured on the universal FW4 and MW4 indexable insert geometries offered by Walter USA is capable of reducing machining time, increasing feed rates and doubling part surface quality.
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Advanced Turning Grade Gains Application Versatility
The Dormer Pramet T9415 grade addresses moldmaking needs with a 30 thicker MT-CVD coating, optimized cutting-edge geometry and a harder substrate.
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Robust Software Functions Improve CNC Milling, Grinding Turning
Siemens Sinumerik 828D CNC with version 4.8 operating software offers significant increase in hardware and software options for mid-range control.
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Hybrid 3D Printer Offers Five-Axis Simultaneous Machining for Mold and Die Applications
DMG MORI’s Lasertec 3000 DED hybrid 3D printer offers process integration by combining laser deposition welding with five-axis, turn-mill machining in one setup.
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New CBN Grades for Cast Iron, Sintered Metals and Hard Machining
Walter's new CBN grades, WBK20 and WBK30, represent both tipped and full configuration for tough machining applications.
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Machines Sport Several Productivity-Enhancing Features
Mazak Corporation will spotlight its quick turn 250MSY multi-tasking machine, QT-Primos 100 turning center with GR100 gantry loader and the VCN-570C vertical machining center at SOUTHTEC 2019.
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Multi-Process Turning Center Provides Precise Machining
Hwacheon Machinery America offers its C2 multi-process turning center for manufacturing parts with complicated shapes in a single chucking operation.
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Hoist Ring Prevents Damage and Increases Load Capacity
RUD Ketten, Rieger & Dietz GmbH u. Co. KG presents a hoist ring with a spring mechanism to ensure the anchor point turns in the load direction while raising, removing bracket damage from large shear forces and bending or breakage from sudden bracket turns.
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