Machining Centers

Sunnen Presents Vertical Honing Systems for Increased Process Control

IMTS 2024: Sunnen presents its SV-3000 series vertical honing machines with Sunnen2 system control and OPC protocol for minimized setup times, automatic cycles and robotic load/unload for mid- to high-production part production.

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JTEKT HMCs Improve Unattended Machine Performance

IMTS 2024: JTEKT’s FH5000 HMC with pallet pool expands unattended machine productivity.

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The Benefits of In-House Toolmaking

The addition of two larger gantry routers has enabled a maker of rubber belting products to produce more tooling in-house, reducing lead times and costs for itself and its sister facilities.

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Turning Machines

Mazak Custom Machining Solutions Feature Automation, Digitalization

IMTS 2024: Mazak features advanced machining solutions designed to boost productivity in automation, multitasking capabilities and machine tool technology. 

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How I Made It: Erez Speiser, “The Machining Doctor”

Erez Speiser has devoted his entire professional life to the world of machining, most notably his 20-plus years in senior management positions at cutting-tool manufacturer Iscar. When the Covid pandemic struck, Speiser began building his “Machining Doctor” website that not only provides technical information for CNC machinists, but also launched a new and unexpected phase of life for him — and a new career.

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Measurement

Orthopedic Event Discusses Manufacturing Strategies

At the seminar, representatives from multiple companies discussed strategies for making orthopedic devices accurately and efficiently.

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Five-Axis

The Power of Practical Demonstrations and Projects

Practical work has served Bridgerland Technical College both in preparing its current students for manufacturing jobs and in appealing to new generations of potential machinists.

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Automation

Using Automation to Reduce COGS and Stay Globally Competitive

Decade-long, multiphase automation investments lower operating costs and maintain technology lead in an increasingly competitive global market.

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Tormach CNC Mill Minimizes Machining Vibrations

The 1500MX three-axis, servo-driven mill is said to enable 10 times the damping of cast iron, providing chatter-free cuts, superior surface finishes and 30% longer tool life.

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Fryer VMCs Feature Handwheels for Manual Operation

Fryer vertical machining centers are designed for high-performance cutting, accuracy, reliability and ease of use.

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