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The light metal aluminium is characterized by special properties during machining. This naturally also applies to grinding: For optimum surface results, certain machining rules must be observed and grinding techniques applied.
read more...The UPZ NCII from Okamoto is a high-precision grinding machine for high-tech materials such as high-temperature steels and nickel-based alloys. The machine grinds with diamond grinding wheels in continuous cross feed.
read more...The young market for collaborative grippers is growing and growing. The increasing variety of products on offer presents end users with the question: Which gripper is best suited to my application? One thing is certain: automation success stands and falls with the choice of the right end-of-arm tooling.
read more...Vollmer has optimized the machining processes of PCD tools (polycrystalline diamond) for its QXD 250 disc erosion machine. According to the company, a new performance package has reduced the machining time and thus increased efficiency.
read more...3M has invested around one million euros in the Center of Abrasive Technologies (CAT) at its Neuss site in order to provide customers with better training in abrasive technologies.
read more...StM is equipping its new MicroCut MJ fine waterjet cutting machine with the StM TAC/12 angular error compensation cutting head, which is characterized by a cutting width of 0.2 mm with a positioning and repeat accuracy of 2.5 µm.
read more...Automation of grinding and deburring
The time-consuming manual precision work of grinding, deburring and polishing is ripe for automation. FerRobotics has responded to this industry need and automated surface processing with end-of-arm solutions and Active Compliant Technology.
read more...Stainless steel for tool and mold making
Around 60 million tons of plastic (19% of the global volume) were produced in Europe alone in 2016. The main customers are packaging manufacturers and suppliers to the automotive, electrical and medical industries.
read more...Danobat developed the LG series of external grinding machines for the production of technically highly complex workpieces such as hydraulic precision parts, automotive components or parts with eccentric diameters.
read more...Fein is launching two new cordless angle grinders on the market that can be used wherever mobility and high performance are required. The handy cordless angle grinders are designed for effective cutting, grinding and deburring work in assembly applications.
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