Freedom of measurement 3D measurement and imaging specialist Faro, has unveiled its next generation of laser trackers, the 6DoF Vantage product family with 6Probe.
Think big The Haas UMC-1000 is an ideal choice for shops wanting an easy-to-use 5-axis solution to handle larger parts.
Absolutely modernised Eight years after the launch of the first Romer Absolute Arm, Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division has unveiled its new Absolute Arm range.
A horizontal-spindle machining centre option for aerospace A new, 6-axis, horizontal-spindle machining centre (HMC) with a working volume starting from X: 4,100mm x Y: 1,600mm x Z: 650mm, with options of 2.1m and 2.6m in the Y-axis…
4+1 addition to the range With the first machine due for delivery in January 2019, the new UMC 4+1 machining centre from XYZ Machine Tools is set to generate significant interest among UK machinists looking…
Kuka launches new generation of the KR Quantec series Kuka has revised its best-selling product series to date: the KR Quantec. The new generation can be ordered from January onwards with initial delivery scheduled for April 2019. Among other…
XYZ unveils new ProtoTRAK control at Southern Manufacturing The ProtoTRAK control system available from XYZ Machine Tools has been a market-leader since its inception, proving straightforward conversational programming and ease of use, allowing users from complete novices to…
Cost effective deburring for complex parts By integrating flexible hones in the machining process, complex parts with cross-drilled holes and other difficult-to-access features can be deburred in house, at less cost. In automated machining, removal of…
A vice for the fourth industrial revolution A new vice with intelligent sensors that enable safe clamping of workpieces on machine tools and real-time production monitoring has been developed by Roemheld, which presented a prototype on its…
Safe and sound A leading lubricant manufacturer has created a patent-pending soluble metalworking fluid as a practical alternative to fluids which contain formalin donor biocides. As well as overcoming difficult legislative issues, the…
Triple edged drilling Mapal has extended its Tritan-Drill product range with three cutting edges. The new universal version manufactured from HSS has been specifically developed for maximum cost-effectiveness in small-series production.
Money saving nitrogen system Supplier of laser cutting and metal fabrication equipment, MBA Engineering, has exclusively partnered with Noblegen to offer new nitrogen generation systems, which could save laser users up to £1,000 per…
Combined expertise delivers drilling performance The expertise of two global tool specialists Komet and Ceratizit has combined in a joint development project to mark Komet’s 100th anniversary. The result is the KUB 100 indexable insert…
Super slim inserts for seal fins Sandvik Coromant is unveiling an extension to its popular CoroCut 1-2 carbide and CBN-tipped grooving inserts designed specifically for seal fin machining in heat resistant super alloys (HRSA) materials.
Speedy groovers A new range of speed-forming tools has been introduced by Horn for machining deep, narrow grooves into prismatic metal workpieces highly productively. Initially, the tools are being offered in widths…
New dimensions for milling Mastercam 2019 Mill, available in the UK from exclusive agent 4D Engineering, offers expanded machining flexibility and an increased emphasis on speed and automation.
An additive edge for CAM Responding to the increase in hybrid manufacturing, the latest release of Edgecam has introduced a new Additive Machining module along with other new enhancements. PES reports.
CAM and the Cloud Autodesk has introduced a number of new features to PowerMill 2019, the CAM solution for high-speed and 5-axis machining, to enable manufacturers to harness the power of the Cloud, streamline…
Micro precision workholding The latest development in precision, stable sub-spindle clamping of small workpieces from Floyd Automatic Tooling has been the Masa Microconic precision workholding system introduced in 2017.
High performance hole-maker The new DC150 Perform solid carbide drill from tooling expert Walter GB offers high wear-resistance and good chip evacuation on all materials.
Safety first Launched at this year’s Advanced Engineering show, the B-Safe machine tool monitoring system from Leader Chuck is a new concept that supports the complete monitoring and diagnostics of spindles and…
Grinding advances for new transmissions Technological advances in automotive engineering are rapidly changing the demands for production technology – this is not just for new processes, but also applies to established processes such as the…
QVI FlexPoint multisensor coordinate measuring machines QVI FlexPoint systems are the new generation of multisensor coordinate measuring machines. FlexPoint brings true multisensor capability to larger, heavier parts with complex dimensions and tolerances.
LFV technology goes large With the launch of its L32-VlllLFV sliding head turn-mill centre, Citizen Machinery UK brings its patented Low Frequency Vibration (LFV) machining technology to aid production of larger size components on…
