
Iscar presents many new developments
Iscar is using Intec/Z connect 2021 from March 2 to 3 as a platform to present its cost-effective solutions for turning, grooving, milling and drilling.
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Iscar is using Intec/Z connect 2021 from March 2 to 3 as a platform to present its cost-effective solutions for turning, grooving, milling and drilling.

Andreas Mühlbauer spoke to Prof. Dr.-Ing. Stefan Roth, Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences, Laboratory for Applied Plastics Technology and Head of the VDWF Additive Manufacturing Working Group, about the importance of 3D printing for prototype production and its future trends.

With the new MD838 Supreme and MD839 Supreme circular segment milling cutters, Walter is launching two solid carbide milling cutters specifically for finishing operations.

New generation of clamping devices
The first two series of hydraulic chucks from Mapal have been available in the new, already award-winning design since November 2020: Hydro Mill Chuck and Hydro DReaM Chuck.
Fiber composites such as CFC, CFRP, GFRP and carbon are enjoying growing interdisciplinary popularity. At the same time, the need for gentle and universal cutting processes is increasing, as composite materials fray easily. The waterjet cutting systems from STM are suitable for cutting fiber composites.
In many cases, tapping or thread forming is preferred to thread milling. A new tool concept is intended to make thread milling more attractive. Walter has opted for a tool design with fewer teeth. However, the tooth feed is increased.
Stecher Automation realizes the Smart Factory with the Matrix cell. Various manufacturing processes can be integrated. The cell links the processes in such a way that several products can be manufactured simultaneously and flexibly. An example of intelligent automation for SMEs.
Deciding on a printing material in additive manufacturing has become much easier. Whereas previously only one plastic could be printed, 2-component 3D printing opens up completely new possibilities.

The Hoffmann Group has added the Garant Power Q Double all-round system to its Garant Power Q product family for high-feed milling machines.

Fast positioning, fast tool changes - machine manufacturers offer speeds of up to 100 m/min in G0 rapid traverse. In practice, however, feed speeds of 3 to 8 meters are usually only used for machining.