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ROBOT CONTROLLER FOR ARC WELDING, MATERIAL HANDLING, ASSEMBLY OPERATIONS
The IRC5 Compact controller from ABB Robotics is used on a broad family of 6-axis, articulated arm robots to reduce the controller footprint and simplify commissioning to a wider range of applications.
GTI SPINDLE TAKES PREDICTIVE MAINTENANCE MOBILE
By selling vibration analysis packages direct from their website, providing predictive maintenance services on custom applications and hardware for Apple’s iPad, and partnering with a number of distributors to move this innovative technology into the marketplace, GTI Spindle makes vibration analysis accessible for even the smallest of shops.
CAVITY AND BEAM DELIVERY MIRRORS FOR TRUMPF LASERS
LRO Cavity/Resonator and External Beam Delivery Optics for Trumpf® lasers feature plane-parallel configurations and include zero phase, phase lock, rear mirrors, output couplers, and phase retarders in 38 to 68 mm sizes.
ROBOTIC SHOT PEENER FOR TURBINE BLADE ROOTS
The RB-9 7-axis robotic shot peening system from Guyson Corporation is specially adapted for controlled metallurgical surface enhancement of industrial gas turbine blade roots up to 36 in long and exceeding 100 lb.
HIGH-PRODUCTIVITY END MILL LINE FOR EFFICIENT, RELIABLE MACHINING
Emuge’s High-Productivity Cutting (HPC) End Mills build on the success of the MULTI-Jet Cut end mills, extending the range of application to include the ability to perform complex 3-D machining, as well as roughing and pre-finishing operations.
SELF-CLEANING AUTOMAG CUTS FILTRATION COSTS, REDUCES ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
Automag is a self-cleaning high-intensity magnetic filter that uses high-power neodymium rare earth magnets to remove ferrous and para-magnetic contamination from fluids.
FASTER AND EASIER TO USE MEASURING AND EVALUATION UNIT
Mahr Federal’s MarCheck measuring and evaluation unit for its high-precision Linear 100 universal length measuring instrument allows both measurements and calibrations to be performed quickly and reliably at the touch of a button.
GREEN-DESIGN DUST COLLECTOR SAVES ENERGY, FILTER COST
Patented filter cleaning system, MERV 15-rated filter cartridges and optimized cabinet design combine for highest air cleaning efficiency with lowest energy use
INNOVATIVE TOOLHOLDER EXTENSIONS
SCHUNK’s TENDO-SVL transforms almost every precision toolholder into a highly versatile specialist for narrow spaces independent from the spindle interface.
LASERDYNE SYSTEMS INTRODUCES 3-AXIS SYSTEM
The LASERDYNE 430 is a 3-axis system designed for precision cutting, welding and drilling 2- and 3-dimensional components. The system is currently available with a 4th rotary/circular axis option with a 5th tilt axis option to soon follow.
Grinder-Polisher Improves Consistency and Repeatability in Materials Analysis, Testing
The programmable EcoMet 250/300 Pro Grinder-Polisher with AutoMet 250/300 Power Head from Buehler features semi-automatic operation to increase consistency and repeatability, with new functions for method optimization.
HEAVY-DUTY DRILLING SPINDLE FOR PLASMA SYSTEMS
MultiCam Max40 spindle can drill holes up to 1.125 in in diameter and has an optional 8-position tool changer for automatic tapping.
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