New CAD/CAM software release streamlines the manufacturing process CNC Software, Inc., developer of Mastercam CAD/CAM software, has announced the release of Mastercam 2021. The software is available in the UK through distributor 4D Engineering.
New robot gripper has services built-in A robotic gripper with zero point clamping for automated pallet exchange on machining centre tables without their own media supply has been introduced by the Stark division of the Roemheld…
Innovative and indexable Mitsubishi Materials has added a versatile indexable insert milling cutter to its extensive range of high performance tools.
Working with the Web With Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) being instrumental in driving change and improvements throughout some of the most successful companies in the world, ERP supplier MIE Solutions has introduced a web-based…
Take the plunge Swiss tool manufacturer Mikron Tool has expanded its milling cutter program – launching another version of its plunge-mill CrazyMill Cool P&S, which is now suitable for even deeper machining operations.
Modular benefits Bernard Holmes Precision initially invested in PSL Datatrack production control software in order to streamline its entire production process from initial quotation through to final invoice.
New solid carbide milling cutters for tool and mouldmaking A completely new line of high-performance solid carbide end mills has been introduced by Mapal.
Machining centre is both compact and ergonomic German machine tool builder Spinner has introduced a new, vertical spindle, 3-axis machining centre with a generous working volume of 850 x 510 x 510mm and a small footprint of…
Digital Twin software gets an update An array of new and enhanced functionality keeps the latest digital twin software from Hexagon at the forefront of Industry 4.0 Smart Factory technology, by increasing CNC program quality through…
Aerospace is pivotal in driving cutting tool technology forward In this article, tooling specialist Iscar discusses how pivotal the aerospace industry is in driving cutting tool technology forward, describing its influence as being both challenging and inspiring.
Fail-safe workholding Roemheld UK has introduced pneumatically actuated swing clamps incorporating a mechanical locking action, whereby the full holding force – between 200 and 600N – is maintained in the case of…
Custom carbide form tools for turning To allow users to reduce cycle times and cut production costs during series production on turning and turn-mill centres, Horn Cutting Tools has introduced customised carbide form inserts for machining…
Rotary table range expanded Last year the Japanese manufacturer Kitagawa introduced the first in a new range of compact, general purpose rotary tables, the MK-series, for adding a rigid fourth CNC axis to a…
Special Rego-Fix offer from M.A. Ford Europe Rego-Fix UK distributor, M.A. Ford Europe, has created a special ‘starter package’ offer, which includes a manual powRgrip hydraulic tool clamping press, five holders and collets, plus high performance end…
ProtoTRAK update adds even greater ease-of-use When the latest version of the ProtoTRAK control system was introduced it brought with it a range of benefits to improve programming efficiency and ease of use, all based around…
New software add on to plan probing in CAM offline TTL has launched an enhanced software package called Probing PL+S, a software module that provides the capability for manufacturing engineers and CNC programmers to plan, visualise and simulate probing routines…
Ajax launches new range of CNC machines Ajax Machine Tools based in Lymington has unveiled a new range of CNC machines called the Atom and Proton. There are two models in each range.
Deep thinking Investments in conventional deep hole drilling machines can be very expensive. Somex, a member of the Suhner Group, now offers custom made deep hole drilling solutions capable of drilling up…
Designed for the IoT age Designed for the connected production environment, Mitutoyo’s new generation Crysta-Apex-V CNC CMM delivers advances in accuracy, speed and versatility for the Smart factory of the future. This brand new CMM…
Faster WorkNC delivers on performance “On average, twice as fast. For some projects, four times faster.” Those figures have been recorded for the enhanced Parallel Finishing toolpath in WorkNC 2021, which lets manufacturers use high…
Complex forms? No problem CAD/CAM software developer Tebis’ 5-axis roughing has been designed for a simple and fast roughing operation that removes the maximum amount of material in a single operation by utilising full…
Honed to perfection Honing and grinding expert delapena group’s service and product offering focuses on providing high accuracy surface finishing on internal bores and external diameters with excellent surface finishes.
Esprit Automation launches British laser cutting machine CNC cutting machine manufacturer, Esprit Automation, has announced the launch of an industrial fibre laser cutting machine designed and built in the UK.
In the zone Seco Tools has announced the expansion of its Jetstream Tooling Integrated (JETI) technology with a complete range of holders for general ISO turning.
