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Control’s Extra Display Provides Flexibility
Mitsubishi Electric Automation’s M80W computer numerical controller features a Windows-based touchscreen display that is separate from the control unit for flexibility.
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Imported Tool Assemblies Save Time in CAM Programming
CNC Software Inc. has partnered with Kennametal to enable users to import tool assemblies from Novo to Mastercam 2018, saving them time when searching for tools and giving them the ability to build 3D tool assemblies that can be brought directly into the CAM program.
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Scrap- and Fluid-Processing Solutions Increase Profitability
Designed to keep up with advances in automated chip and fluid processing, PRAB offers systems for processing metal scrap and spent fluids as well as treating oily wastewater for recycle and reuse.
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High-Pressure Coolant System Automatically Adjusts Volume
MP Systems’ VR8 variable-volume, high-pressure coolant system is part of the company’s VR series.
Read MoreTurbine-Style Mist Collector Filters Water-, Oil-Based Coolants
Micronfilter USA’s Microil series of turbine-style mist collectors are designed for use on machine tools using water-based or whole oil-based coolants.
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Coolant Filtration Kit Applicable to Chip Conveyors
LNS America’s cyclonic coolant filtration kit is designed to extend coolant life and reduce disposal costs by removing fine chips from the fluid before returning it to the machine tool tank.
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Back-Facing Air Gun Cleans Debris from Internal Diameters
Exair's soft grip back blow safety air gun delivers a blast of air to blow debris and liquids from internal part features including pipe and hose interior diameters, channels, bores, holes and internal threads.
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VMC Helps Maker of Rowing Shells in Race to Bring Boats to Market
Outsourcing molds to make a new boat would’ve been expensive and slow, so Hudson Boat Works acquired a Datron MLCube VMC capable of machining large molds in house to get its new product to market three years ahead of schedule.
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Shop’s New Combination Lathe Offers Increased Flexibility, Capabilities
JBC Machine’s older combination lathe lacked precision and reliability. A Weiler E50 flat-bed lathe with conversational control and Parat toolpost system brought tighter tolerances, simplified threading operations, and higher torque and rigidity.
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Sump Cleaners Minimize Machine Tool Downtime
Eriez HydroFlow sump cleaners are designed to provide effective, thorough and quick machine cleaning to maintain plant productivity and minimize machine tool downtime.
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Proto Labs Acquires Rapid Manufacturing
The acquisition of the custom parts supplier expands Proto Labs’ machining capabilities with quick-turn and e-commerce sheet metal services.
Read MoreRenishaw Collaborates with Identify3D on Securing AM Processes
The goal is to protect digital intellectual property, enforce production rules and provide traceability in the digital supply chain for Renishaw’s AM systems.
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