Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Milling Machines",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Engineeringtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release System watches for broken tools from
Renishaw, which we summarised at the time by saying "The Renishaw TRS2 tool recognition system takes typically less than one second to detect broken tools".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Wireless probes get the measure of JCB parts from
Renishaw: "The Renishaw RMP60 is the first inspection probe to use frequency hopping spread spectrum (FHSS) data transmission".
In May 2007, we covered the news from Lapp
concerning its Olflex FD Robust control and connection cables
- take a look at Powerchain cable handles high temperatures
which says: "Olflex FD Robust control and connection cables are specifically designed for cable chain applications with small bending radii and at temperatures up to 105C".
Take a look also at the news release from Houghton UK, Oil mist removed from cutting heads,
as well as Dual-lead gears chosen for rotary table drives from Renold Gears,
and Modelling advances maintain CAM software's edge from Camtek.
See also:
Seasonal deficit dents machine tool growth
(December 2006)
In the third quarter of 2006, exports of metal working machine tools from the UK were worth GBP 113.7 million, +6.5% above the level of the third quarter of 2005
VI Group acquires Camtek
(December 2006)
VI Group has acquired the entire issued share capital of production CAM software specialists, Camtek, for a total cash consideration of GBP 2.77 million, payable over two years
Linear progression
(November 2006)
Denis Eckstein of Hoerbiger-Origa plots the rise and rise of engineered linear motion
CNC and DRO systems go on show
(October 2006)
ACI (UK) will display a comprehensive array of CNC and DRO systems at Productivity Partnerships at 600 Centre, Shepshed
Prototyping process provides tooling flexibility
(October 2006)
Space Puzzle Molding is, at the same time and using the same tooling, both a rapid prototyping and a production process
CAM system with teeth
(September 2006)
Dentmill is a stand-alone program based on Delcam's PowerMill CAM system, which provides a knowledge-based machining process for caps, bridges and implant bridges in ceramics and titanium
Air-powered tool makes its mark for traceability
(September 2006)
The Rapidmark precision dot marking tool for use on CNC milling machines is now available in UK from Network Machinery
Digital readout ensures accuracy for subcontractor
(August 2006)
Southampton-based subcontract machinist RS Tooling uses digital readout technology on its large, manual turning machines used to complete contracts for specialist markets
Return line filters clean up hydraulic systems
(August 2006)
Specialist filtering equipment has reduced running costs on large five-axis milling machines used in the production of aircraft landing gear at Messier-Dowty in Gloucester
Hydraulic drive axles move to fresh fields
(June 2006)
Manufacturers of vehicles that need innovative, superior steerable hydraulic drive axles are turning to Tuthill Drive System's (TDS) Mud Hog brand
Clamping system promises repeatable setups
(May 2006)
The Unilock universal zero-point clamping system provides accurate and repeatable setups of workholding fixtures for production run machining and grinding operations
Magnetic clamping plates provide flexibility
(March 2006)
Magnetic clamping system that uses a square pole electro-permanent magnet is a work holding device for rough or fine cutting applications on milling machines and machining centres
Connectors add to profile system's versatility
(February 2006)
Two new low-cost versatile connectors are available for the comprehensive 40 series profile system
Toolmaker productivity focus at Indian show
(February 2006)
Diemould India exhibition in Chennai, India, from 3rd to 6th March 2006, to feature products that increase productivity for toolmakers
Software brings reverse engineering to chocolate
(November 2005)
Since 1999, Kaupert, a leading German manufacturer of chocolate moulds, has used Delcam software for the design of all its polycarbonate tooling
Machining strategies to be revealed in Hanover
(July 2005)
Productivity improvements take centre stage on Stand E75, Hall 15 at EMO Hanover, Germany 2005 where Pathtrace Engineering Systems will be showing the latest release of its EdgeCAM software
Modelling paste is all at sea
(June 2005)
RenPaste XD 4618-1 A/B is a cost effective epoxy paste ideally suited for use with the largest CNC milling machines to provide faster and more accurate marine models
Modern fluids keep machine shop cleaner
(April 2005)
Although Callender Aeropart manages its own cutting fluids, it does rely heavily on Castrol's support in areas such as stock control, customer trials, oil analysis and waste management
CD extols virtues of multi-axis CNC
(March 2005)
A free CD detailing the features and benefits of the Anilam 6000M multi-axis CNC is now available from measurement and control specialist ACI (UK)
Modelling paste is made for marine applications
(March 2005)
Huntsman Advanced Materials has developed a new version of RenPaste SMP specifically for marine applications
Phase change - converting to three-phase
(January 2005)
Three-phase motors are more efficient, cost less, last longer and are more dependable than their single-phase counterparts; yet, often a three-phase supply is not available
Asquith Butler comes aboard
(November 2004)
Asquith Butler has joined the Manufacturing Technologies Association
US students scoop F1 awards
(October 2004)
A US student team from Bloomsburg High School won best overall and fastest car in the international finals of the 'Jaguar F1 Team in Schools CAD/CAM Design Challenge' in Birmingham
CAM software helps meet tight deadlines
(May 2004)
Michigan-based Eifel Mold and Engineering combines 30 years of experience with advanced CADCAM and machining capabilities, including Delcam's PowerMill CAM software
Digital readouts aid machine accuracy
(February 2004)
The Acu-Rite display at MACH 2004 will highlight the company's prowess as a supplier of one-/six-axis DROs and accompanying precision glass linear encoders
Laptop reward for encoder sales boost
(February 2004)
Style Machine Tools is the winner of the Dealer Sales Challenge organised by measurement and control specialist Acu-Rite
Bespoke machine guarding to suit all needs
(December 2003)
Whatever the machine tool, Repar2 machine guarding systems can provide a bespoke solution
Plastics oust metal components
(August 2003)
Metal pulleys, sprockets, guides and scrapers in the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries could be a thing of the past thanks to the innovative efforts of a West Yorkshire based firm
Control retrofit brings galaxy of benefits
(June 2003)
A CNC unit has transformed what was 'a difficult-to-operate piece of equipment that technicians were hesitant to use' into a user-friendly fully functional CNC turning machine
Holding systems make most of machine space
(October 2002)
Leader Chuck Systems is now sole UK agent for the highly flexible Iram 2000 Module Vice and Cube workholding systems for CNC vertical and horizontal milling machines and machining centres
Tools benefit from high-precision ball screws
(September 2002)
The precision ball screws used to drive positioning tables on CNC machine tools have an important influence on work piece quality
Leader wins at MACH
(June 2002)
As well as recording a number of orders during MACH, workholding specialist Leader Chuck Systems also celebrated another success in the International Machine Tool Industry Awards
Turnkey solution for 'unguardable' machines
(May 2002)
The safeguarding of machines is invariably a complex process, especially so when the operation is milling aero-engine fan blades which protrude outside or above the machine parameters
Ward CNC collects milling machine agency
(May 2002)
Ward CNC of Sheffield has been appointed exclusive UK agent for the range of high-speed and five-axis milling machines manufactured by Forest-Line of France