Machines
Multitasking Turning Center Offers High Speed, Rigidity
Methods Machine Tools’ Nakamura-Tome WT-150 II eight-axis, multitasking turning center features opposed twin-spindle, two-turret construction for increased speed and rigidity.
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Auto EDM Wire Changers Compete at the High End
Automatic EDM wire-change capability can improve efficiency and reduce costs for high-end tool and die work, especially parts with small internal radii.
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Shop Capitalizes on Water Over Wire
Two abrasive waterjet systems from Omax provide a cost-effective alternative to wire EDM and enable this shop to take on new work.
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Cell’s Benefits Derive From Sum of Its Parts
This shop’s experience with implementing a cell consisting of four robot-fed HMCS demonstrates that success depends on more than automation alone.
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Pump, Motion System Expand Waterjet Possibilities
Two Mitsubishi waterjets from MC Machinery Systems equipped with 125-hp, 90,000-psi pumps from KMT Waterjet Systems enable this manufacturer to cut thicker material faster and more accurately.
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Compact Multitasking Machine Provides Large-Component Capacity
The Mazak Integrex j-400 provides multitasking capabilities for processing large and complex components.
Read MoreSwiss-Turns Meet Part Variation Needs
REM Sales offers the Tsugami B0125 and B0205 Swiss-type automatic lathes.
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Twin-Spindle CNC Chucker Cuts Production Time
Muratec USA, a subsidiary of Murata Machinery, offers the MW120GT twin-spindle CNC chucker.
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Sidehead Offers Optimum Angle for Turning Tall, Flanged Parts
A sidehead option for Mag’s vertical turning centers (VTCs) uses a 250-mm-square (10") ram to deliver 34,000-N (7,600-lbs) thrust from the optimum angle to efficiently turn tall or flanged parts in vertical orientation.
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Wire EDM Built for Rigidity
The AQ400L wire EDM from Sodick features X-, Y- and Z-axis travel of 15.75” x 11.81” x 9.84” and ceramic components that increase machine rigidity.
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