HOUSTEX 2017 PREVIEW
Turning Centers The vertical pick-up turning centers of the VL Series were developed for the production of precise chucked parts. There are fi ve versions of the VL to cover the widest range of parts. The smallest is the VL 2, designed for chucked parts
robots, mill/turn and parallel kinematics. The software operates independently but can also be integrated with leading CAM systems. The new release focuses on optimizing workfl ow to access only the menu choices needed. A new Ribbon Bar helps users fi nd the functionality they want with mini- mal mouse clicks. Vericut 8.0 also features enhancements designed to increase the ability of manufacturing engineers to analyze, optimize, and document the CNC programming and machining process. CGTech
with a μm to 100 mm. It is followed by the VL 4, VL 6 and VL8 which allow for an increase of 100 mm in μm with each model increase. These additional models allow the VL Series to cover workpieces up to 400 mm in μm. EMAG LLC
Ph: 248-477-7440 Web site:
emag.com
Jaw Set for NC Vises Carr Lane Roemheld is offering bundled pricing of its NC vises to introduce its new Carvesmart jaw set. NC vises re- main at the standard price. Customers will simply add “-VS” to the end of the part number, and the Carvesmart precision jaw set will be provided free for a limited time, a $295 value add on. NC vises are available in hydromechanical or fully hydraulic versions, in three jaw widths, with optional clamp force indicator. The vises deliver 0.0004" repeatability, and clamping forces from 5600 to 14,000 lb. Carr Lane Roemheld Mfg. Co. Ph: 800-827-2526 Web site:
www.roemheld-usa.com
Program Streamlines NC Validation Vericut 8.0 simulates all types of CNC machining, including drilling and trimming of composite parts, waterjet, riveting,
Ph: 949-753-1050 Web site:
www.cgtech.com
Tailored Coatings Increase Cutting Speeds Developing tailored tool coatings helps increase cutting speeds, raising productivity and lowering costs when work- ing with demanding gear-cutting processes. About 8% of manufacturing costs are incurred by the cutting tools, including their coatings; cooling costs account for 12%, machinery setup costs 24%, and other factors 26%. At about 30%, machining costs make up the largest
cost component, and they can be reduced most effectively through higher cutting speeds. Automobile manufacturers and suppliers carried out tests on the Balinit Altensa AlCrN coating from Oerlikon Balzers and found that the new coat- ing helps increase cutting speeds. Oerlikon Balzers Ph: 716-564-8557 Web site:
www.oerlikon.com/balzers
Wireless Connection for Sharing Data Shop Floor Automations is developing WiFi USB Connect. The wireless USB solution for the shop fl oor will emulate a USB stick, allowing users to share data from a PC to machine tools. WiFi USB Connect does not require drivers; after a web confi guration it can be plugged in. Data can be stored on a re- mote PC or locally in the device’s memory, with the device itself providing up to 128 MB of storage. Machinists will see the fi les at their machine on the USB as soon as
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