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‘One-Button’ Advanced Rockwell Hardness Tester
Buehler’s Wilson RH2150 is easy to program and offers an intuitive software interface with Buehler’s DiaMet hardness testing software. Use the external footswitch with the actuator-mounted clamping device to clamp and activate either manual or automatic start, as well as to release manually or automatically after test.
Walter Extends Advance Tap Line with Larger Sizes
Universal TC117 blind-hole and TC217 thru-hole taps from Walter just got more versatile with oversized extensions. Able to handle material ranging from steel and stainless to cast iron and non-ferrous materials, both taps use HSS-E substrate with cobalt enrichment, which enhances durability.
New GARR TOOL Tool Library Available for Mastercam
CNC Software’s user base of 280,000 can import the full line of GARR cutting tools directly into toolpath operations. The native, Mastercam 3D tool database is fully compatible with Mastercam 2019, 2020, 2021 versions.
Maximum 3D Milling Metal Removal
Designed for high productivity and tool life, Kennametal’s versatile HARVI I TE ball nose end mill features a proprietary, rippled relief on the ball nose section that enables high feeds and speed. It also provides exceptional edge strength, geometric accuracy, and lower cutting forces.
Next Generation High-Performance Drill for Cast Iron Applications
Thanks to its low-thrust drill point design, Kennametal’s HPR solid carbide drill can be used in imperfect clamping conditions or on thin-walled applications. It also features a patented corner radius that improves tool life and provides excellent hole quality.
Digital-Ready Boring Tools Simplify Precision Adjustment
Frustrated by losing count of how far the adjustment screw was turned when dialing in a tight bore? Kennametal’s eBore Fine Boring System keeps track of boring bar movement for you. End result: less scrap, less downtime, and faster setups.
High-Precision, Reliable Parts Processing for Tool Mold and Die Makers
GF Machining Solutions’ MILL P 500 vertical milling machine maintains positioning accuracy over extended machining times. Its Step-Tec spindle reduces secondary manual polishing – and it comes standard.
Compact Horizontal Machining Center with New Controls
The crisp new paint scheme on Methods Machine Tools’ KIWA KH-4100kai is just the beginning of design features its predecessor lacked. New componentry inside, including 0i-MF Plus FANUC controls, improve the planning, machining, and chip flow on this four-axis HMC.
Two New PPE Headphone Designs
ISOtunes’ satisfies individual user preferences for hearing protection with its new LINK Bluetooth earmuff headphones and the EXTRA 2.0 earbuds that are water-, dust- and sweat-proof. Affordable and built with long-lasting battery life, both products are OSHA and NIOSH compliant.
CNC and Robotics Integration Simplifies Operations
The Quick and Simple Startup of Robotization (QSSR) from FANUC America enables FANUC CNCs to directly program robots through the G-code – special operator training in robotic programming language not required.
Award-Winning Safeguarding Solution for Industrial Robots Lowers Collaboration Costs
Veo Robotics’ FreeMove sensors-and-software system uses advanced computer vision and 3D sensing to safely turn a high-speed, heavy-load industrial robot arm into a collaborative robot (cobot) that’s faster – and thus more productive – than traditional cobots.
Cost-Efficient Material Storage and Retrieval Systems
Eurostorage U.S. licensee Athena Manufacturing manufactures customized storage-and-retrieval systems that enable one employee to pull out a heavy drawer of sheet metal and profiles. The elegant and ergonomic designs are low maintenance as well.
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