Dixi polytool recently presented its new thread whirler developed to solve some troubles in the aerospace industry. The new Drilling thread whirler, Dixi 1740, Ø M3 and M2, Z = 2 The common machining method implied a few operations, namely spot drilling, drilling before threading, threading and finally drilling again to remove any possible burr. This is quite a lot of operations and the result was not perfect. Problem solving tool Results of the standard machining showed some burrs and (…)

The proven slot-type chuck with integrated Venturi nozzle together with a robust vacuum pump is now available as an extensive starter set. There are two versions available. The low-cost starter version already has low-maintenance Venturi technology integrated to generate vacuum and can be used immediately. The dbA noise level is relatively low with 57. The set with a powerful vacuum pump offers greater possibilities. Advantages of the slim slot-type: very flat, large range of uses (…)

Micromachining is in a class of its own. Manufacturers and suppliers in this rapidly-growing sector work hard in order to gain the trust of the industry and research institutes. One company that has earned this trust is W-Präzisionstechnik from Eichendorf/Perbing in Bavaria, Germany. Top quality micromachining. A 50 µm drill is barely visible to the naked eye. Company owner Helmut Wandinger and his team are not only the first stop for micromachining, but also specialist for tricky (…)

With the new Ratio drill type RT 100 Guhring is presenting a newly developed solid carbide drill at AMB 2012 in Stuttgart that sets new standards regarding process reliability and performance especially for the machining of difficult-to-machine materials. The new RT 100 HF is optimally suited for the machining of high-tensile materials and nickel-based super-alloys as for example Inconel 718. With its robust cutting edge geometry it is optimised for the typical wear types of high-tensile (…)

One year ago, Mikron Tool presented the new development of flexible solid carbide drills and earned respect from the producers of deep hole drills, because these drills, starting at 0.1 mm diameter, achieved drilling depths up to 30 x D. Today, the Swiss tool producer takes another step forward and expands their drilling program of CrazyDrill Flex. We are now talking about drilling depths up to 50 x D with integrated cooling which is indispensable for these extreme drilling depths. Also new (…)

To strengthen its presence on the market, Weiss AG takes an additional step by investing in the latest laser technology which allows to machine perfectly not only PCD diamond cutting tools but also those in CVD. Thanks to this new technology, cutting edges impossible to realise before are now within reach. It is conceivable to cut almost all imaginable geometries, whether it be sharp or, rounded edges, positive or negative, with or without 3D chip breaker for an optimal chip evacuation. CVD (…)

The new MultiSwiss machine from Tornos is already making a big impact. As its presence on the market grows, additional product suppliers are starting to bring out solutions which extend its possibilities. A case in point is Applitec, which has produced a tool holder head designed for cutting. Specialists in bar turning tools, Applitec provide solutions which are specifically designed for machining parts from a few tenths of a millimetre to 32 mm. By using this dedicated cutting tool (…)

Micro machining is a rapidly growing market – even complex geometries on a miniature scale can now be reliably mass produced with materials difficult to cut. The new Rego-Fix Tool holder with cutting-edge technology for micro machining. To meet stringent, high-precision requirements, the toolholding system plays a key role as the interface between the cutting tool and machining center – which is where the new powRgrip® PG 6 system size from the Swiss tool manufacturer REGO-FIX comes in. (…)

As machine tools are taking steps forward in the machining of small parts, so cutting tools are evolving to provide the performance needed for high utilization of machine capability. The last few years has seen a number of tool concepts being introduced, making the machining of small parts in sliding head machines more competitive. A manufacturing area where saving seconds in both cycle and down times is vital to competitiveness. The manufacture of small components is dominated by the (…)

Haimer, leading manufacturer in tool holding, and headquartered in Igenhausen, Germany has developed an innovative tool holding system for high-performance machining called SAFE-λOCK™. In the Haimer Safe-Lock™ system, spiral-shaped grooves are ground into the shaft of the cutting tools. In combination with the corresponding drive pins in the tool holder, they prevent the tool from being pulled out of the chuck during heavy machining. Images: Haimer It has been proving itself for a few (…)