The latest edition of Alphacam, from Vero Software has new features ranging across the modules, making it easier to use and improve productivity. The overall user experience has been augmented in a ...

The new Jenoptik Wavemove automated surface roughness and contour measuring system includes up to seven CNC axes for complete high-accuracy measurement and evaluation of complex shaft or prismatic ...

Kurt announces introduction of its new model KTR35 toolroom vise. Designed for use on small machine tables, this versatile vise mounts easily on all three sides to handle a wide range of workholding ...

Each segment of manufacturing has unique characteristics. Automotive machining is characterized by high volume and low margins. Aerospace is highly regulated with tight tolerances. Medical machining ...

Gibbs and Associates announced the release of the latest version of GibbsCAM CNC programming software. Called GibbsCAM 2012+, this new version includes speed and performance improvements, including a ...

5th Axis Inc., a leader in manufacturing, automated production, and machining, announced a new sales representation partnership with High Tech Industrial Representation Inc. High Tech serves ...

Cartridges to hold indexable inserts in cutting tools have been used for many years. In modern manufacturing environments, cartridges have a permanent place in tools for boring, turning, milling and ...

Hardinge Inc. announced the introduction of the Voumard 1000 Universal CNC internal grinding (IG) machine. The new Voumard 1000 offers a high-performance, economical grinder for a wide range of ...

As the cost of tungsten rapidly rises, cutting tool manufacturers focus on developing inserts that reduce carbide consumption while boosting productivity. By Alan Richter Like so many other ...

To achieve the quality and productivity requirements for most precision grinding operations, it is necessary that the grinding wheel is trued and dressed prior to grinding and periodically during the ...

Deburring drilled holes is essential to the manufacturing process. Burrs that aren’t cleaned up can cause part failure by breaking off and clogging or damaging a part or an assembly or by cutting a ...

Because of their high strength-to-weight ratio, carbon-fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) parts are appearing more often in aerospace applications and are emerging in such fields as auto racing, sporting ...