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Double-Column Machine with Direct-Drive Spindle
Takumi USA’s H-12 bridge-type, double-column CNC machining center is said to deliver improved surface finish, high precision and fast throughput with an inline, direct-drive spindle
HMC with Integrated Pallet Handling System
F. Zimmermann GmbH introduces its first HMC, the FZH400, which is equipped with a pallet handling system and a travelling column, and is said to well-suited for efficient machining of standard components for the aircraft industry
Five-Axis VMC for Large-Size Machining
Mighty USA introduces its Viper PG5 five-axis Gantry machine, which is a high-wall, gantry-style, simultaneous five-axis double-column VMC designed for large-size and heavy workpieces.
Lathe Provides Integrated Robotics, Part Loading
Tsugami/Rem Sales presents the B0205-III CNC lathe with integrated robotics and automated part loading.
Lathe Utilizes Part Belts for Automatic Operation
Ganesh Machinery introduces the ASL-100 CNC lathe with automatic part loading and unloading capability for processing parts with diameters ranging to 2.3".
10-Axis Swiss-Type Lathe Performs Complex Machining Efficiently
Star CNC, a division of Star Micronics Co. Ltd., will introduce the SR-38 Type B, a 10-axis Swiss-type automatic lathe for complex machining operations.
Moving-Column HMC Features Built-In Rotary Table
Absolute Machine Tools will display Johnford’s AHC-1600, a new HMC that is applicable in many industries, particularly aerospace.
VMC for 4+1, Five-Axis Applications
Chevalier Machinery will exhibit its new QP5X-400, a high-speed VMC featuring five-axis simultaneous or 4+1 axis positioning applications.
Machining Centers for Unattended Operation
YMT will showcase two FMC systems from Quaser designed for lights-out automation.
Five-Axis Machine for Complete, Six-Sided Machining
Chiron America’s five-axis FZ08MT Precision+ machining center is said to enable complex, five-axis parts to be machined in a single setup from bar stock without the need for additional finishing.