Industry 4.0 machining control Grob Systems, a global leader in the development of manufacturing systems and machine tools, has announced the introduction of Grob-NET4Industry software, designed to meet the needs of Industry 4.0 in…
New tooling system provides speed and accuracy Dormer Pramet has launched a high precision, quick-change tooling system for a variety of internal and external turning applications.
21st Century software Simulation software from Hexagon (NCSimul) that reads the post-processed G-code to identify machining toolpaths, literally brought a specialist manufacturer into the 21st Century, and now helps improve productivity by up…
A dynamic duo Mills CNC, the exclusive distributor of Doosan machine tools in the UK and Ireland, has recently introduced two new Doosan 5-axis machining centres into the market.
A field of manufacturing data With a view to helping UK manufacturers improve the efficiency and output of their production operations, Fanuc has unveiled its new Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) platform, Fanuc Intelligent Edge…
Multi-spindle gains A new version of the MS32 six-spindle automatic has been introduced by German CNC turning machine manufacturer Index, whose sole sales and service agent in the UK, Irish and Middle…
Blum-Novotest invests £150,000 in launch of LC-Vision software High value manufacturers will be given a machining boost after Blum-Novotest announced the launch of LC-Vision.
Pick and mix ETL Fluid Experts has launched an updated version of its popular Cardev SmartMix coolant mixing station.
Smart factory ready measurement Designed to fit into any size of production facility, the MiStar 555 CNC CMM from Mitutoyo is said to deliver the toughest operating condition capabilities with exemplary drive speed and…
Multi-material drilling gets an upgrade Tooling innovator, Sandvik Coromant has launched the latest addition to its CoroDrill 860 range.
Increased tool life for thread forming Announcing the TC410 Advance HSS- E thread former means tooling expert Walter GB can now offer customers thread generation tooling covering more than 200 thread dimensions and tolerances.
Micro-machining advances Vargus has introduced two new families to its Groovex Microscope line: a boring and profiling tool with chip breaker and high-pressure coolant (CBLF), as well as a new generation of…
Titanium turning with increased sensitivity A new insert geometry for grooving and parting off titanium has been introduced by German tool manufacturer, Horn. It ensures reliable chip breaking and a soft cut, leading to high…
A compact vice for second-op machining When rough machining first operations it is good to have a known datum and WNT’s ZSG4 centric vice system provides the perfect solution with its compact yet powerful performance, according…
Plug and play precision Modern manufacturing demands ever tighter tolerances on complex components, and while machine tools and CNC controls continue to assist when it comes to cycle time reduction, one element of the…
Brighter benefits for chuck operations For more than 25 years, Mapal has built up a broad portfolio of clamping products that ranges from the clamping cartridge to the application-specific hydraulic chuck. Now, the company has…
New Javelin release offers enhanced functionality Powerful new functionality has been added to nine key elements in the latest release of Javelin MRP and production control software from Hexagon.
New burrs for demanding applications Dormer Pramet has expanded its line of carbide burrs with new tools for machining superalloys and bolt removal. The alloy specific range has been designed to meet the most demanding…
Grinding wheel optimisation Diamond and CBN grinding wheels will last for much longer than standard abrasives such as aluminium oxide or silicon carbide grit wheels, says Stuart Cleary, head of aerospace development at…
Expanded 3D milling range Under a joint sales cooperation with Boehlerit, Ringwood-based Horn Cutting Tools has introduced an expanded 3D milling programme to the UK market for the tool and mould making industry.
It’s a small world Sharpening and grinding specialist Vollmer has now launched its new VGrind 340S grinding machine.
Where craftsmanship and hi-tech go hand in hand For over a century, Okuma, represented in the United Kingdom by NCMT, has been developing grinding machines for the highest quality demands.
Larger adding up and taking away A new, 5-axis machining centre with integrated laser deposition welding capability for accurate, reliable, cost-effective, complete production of complex components in one hit has been introduced by DMG Mori.
Enhancements across the range The Dugard range of cost-effective vertical machining centres has now evolved with the South Coast company working closely with its longstanding Taiwanese partners to instigate enhancements throughout its range.
