Complex machining processes are unimaginable without the utilisation of face milling operations which facilitate the preparation of datum surfaces by producing planes and flats, improving precision and surface quality parameters in the process.
In our latest article about members of the British Turned Parts Manufacturers Association (BTMA), PES hears more about long established Tenable Screw and its continued investment in its small parts capacity with the acquisition of the latest machining technology.
The new Fastems Modular Flexible Pallet System (FPS) enables lights-out manufacturing and high spindle utilisation in high-mix production with 4- and 5-axis milling/mill-turn machines and also compact vertical 5-axis machines.
A new, horizontal-spindle, 5-axis machining centre has been introduced by DMG Mori capable of maximising productivity when machining complex workpieces weighing up to one tonne.
Röhm is adding a retrofit solution to its iJaw product range. The iJaw measuring clamping system is equipped with sensor technology and wireless data transmission to measure clamping force in real time during machining.
Cutting tool specialist Walter has expanded its WL copy turning system with the introduction of the new WL17 indexable inserts for Swiss type automatic lathes and small diameter machining.
For its patented M409 tangential milling system, tooling manufacturer Horn has introduced new rhombic indexable inserts with polished rake faces to enable efficient machining of non-ferrous metals in the ISO N material group, principally aluminium alloys.