IMTS Content
Cloud-Based Software Centralizes Machine Data
IMTS 2018: The Plex Manufacturing Cloud is ERP software that enables discrete or process manufacturers to connect suppliers, manage materials and control machines.
High-Speed Die/Mold Machine Fights Heat, Vibration
IMTS 2018: Hwacheon’s Sirius UL+ vertical die and mold machining center features a 20,000-rpm, built-in motor spindle that provides high-speed cutting.
Self-Centering Vise Features Reversible Jaws
IMTS 2018: Hirschmann Engineering is displaying the Kohn ZSS 80 AUT self-centering vise for use with all zero-point clamping systems.
Four-Spindle Gundrill Runs Unattended
IMTS 2018: The DeHoff G548-D4 from Kays Engineering is a four-spindle gundrilling machine designed for high-volume production of gun barrels.
CAD/CAM Software Optimizes Five-Axis Milling
IMTS 2018: Tebis America’s Version 4.0 CAD/CAM software provides optimized functions in five-axis simultaneous milling.
Tooling System Speeds Change-Overs for Swiss-Type Lathes
IMTS 2018: Goeltenbodt’s pre-settable, quick-changeable and coolant-fed tooling system is designed for Swiss-type automatic lathes.
Software Upgrade for Material Positioning System Reduces Scrap
IMTS 2018: TigerStop offers an upgrade for its TigerTouch software called Dynamic Pack Optimization, which nests packs or bundles of material for improved yield.
Software Creates Environment for Postprocessing Steps
IMTS 2018: ICAM Technologies’ Adaptive Post-Processing software changes traditional CNC programming.
Subspindle Part Unloader Adjustable for Part Size, Safety
IMTS 2018: Lexair Inc.’s Unload Pro 80-1200 subspindle part unloader can handle unloading solid or tubing finished parts, ranging to 80 mm (3.15") diameter and ranging to 1.2 m (48") length.
Swiss-Type Lathe Can Also Operate as a Chucker
IMTS 2018: Tsugami/Rem Sales will feature the SS38MH-5AX, a 38-mm chucker-convertible, B-axis sliding headstock lathe that performs full five-axis simultaneous machining.