Chris Pasion

Chris Pasion Managing Editor, 91ÊÓÆµÍøÕ¾ÎÛ | Production Machining

Kays Engineering Gundrilling Machine Increases Accuracy

Westec 2023: The TechniDrill 2.00-30-48 gundrilling machine drills a large primary hole in a single pass without the need for a pilot hole.

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Autodesk, DN Solutions Adopt ModuleWorks Data Exchange

The Manufacturing Data Exchange Specification is expected to simplify and optimize data transfer between the two companies’ solutions, enabling more effective workflows between the CAM programming office and the shop floor.

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Milling Tools

IMCO End Mills Enable Aggressive Cutting Parameters

Westec 2023: M936 Pow-R-Feed end mills enables users to make toolpath moves without slowing down.

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Star Cutter Company Acquires Assets of Tru Tech

Star Cutter Company secures the service, training and spare parts support for Tru Techs’ installation base across North America and Europe.

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Automation

Chiron Compact Machining Center Provides Efficient Production

Westec 2023: The Micro5 five-axis machining center is designed for applications where delicate parts require autonomous machining with optimal surface quality.

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Hermle USA Hosts Inaugural Technology Event

The 5-Axis Summit event takes place on Oct. 3-5 at the company’s facility in Franklin, Wisconsin.

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Toolholders

Haimer Shrink-Fit Machine Features Integrated Cooling

Westec 2023: Power Clamp Air i4.0 Eco provides smooth and clean cooling of all kinds of toolholders or collets by air, without dirt and water residue.

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Seco Tools Appoints VP of Sustainability, EHS

Maria Blomqvist has been appointed to accelerate Seco’s agenda on circularity and create competitive alternatives with suppliers and customers.

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Renishaw Data Platform Promotes Connected Shop Floor

Westec 2023: Renishaw Central collects metrology, status and alarm data from connected devices across the shop floor.

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Automation

Schunk Partners With Ready Robotics to Develop Simulation Tool

Automation Explorer will enable users to interact with Schunk automation technology in an immersive and detailed, physics-based simulation tool.

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CAD/CAM

SolidCAM Software Solutions Streamline CNC Machining

Westec 2023: SolidCAM’s iMachining provides users with optimal automatic feeds and speeds with the patented Technology Wizard.

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Milling Tools

Sumitomo Milling Series Promotes Stable Machining

Westec 2023: The DMSL delivers excellent surface finish even at high feed rates of 0.138 IPT or more due to its arc-shaped edge.

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