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| November 10, 2010 - Volume:00 Issue:00 |
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Star CNC Offers Three Turret Machine Design with Large Tooling Selection for Faster Machining of Complex Components The ST-20 / ST-38 Swiss-type lathes from Star CNC are some of the most advanced, high precision sliding head lathes available. Quick-change tooling system is used with offline presetting for fast tool change. Three independent turret design allows for three tools in a cut for faster production. Rigid design and simultaneous front and rear end working and 12 axes provide the machine's complex machining capability.
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Here's Why Electro-Chemical Machining is a Smart Alternative to Conventional Methods Not to be confused with EDM, electro-chemical machining (ECM) has proven to create exceptional surface finishes on hard-to-machine materials used in automotive, aerospace, and even more specifically, rifle barrel production. Simon Popecki, ECM Applications Engineer for EMAG, writes why it's a method you should definitely consider. Full Article
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High-Torque Knobs May Be "Biggest Cost-Saver Over the Next 10 Years!" Tooling is a vital and often overlooked process in the production of automobiles, as every single part of a new car requires a unique tool. What if an actual flaw in the tooling was robbing manufacturers of the ability to produce parts accurately? Officials at Boeing and Sandvik recently discovered one such flaw -- and a solution to the problem. Full Article
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Upgraded CAM Software Offers Improved Functionality for Face Milling and Advanced Turning Processes Full News Item
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| ATI's New Small and Mighty Automated Tool Changer Certified by Universal Robots Full News Item
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Siemens/Comau Partnership Enables CNC to Fully and Directly Control a Robot Arm Full News Item
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| Optionally-Manned "Firebird" Aircraft Headed to First Customer Soon Full News Item
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| Product Spotlight |
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CNC Lathe's Oversized Spindle Can Handle 42mm Material View This Product
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| Mobile Robot Uses First AI-Based Navigation to Transport Loads Up to 1 Ton View This Product
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High-Performance Helical Chamfer Mills Provide High Sheer, Reduced Side Cutting Pressure, and Improved Chip Evacuation View This Product
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| Network Controller Perfect for Large Production Lines Using Robots View This Product
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Ultra-Stiff Scanning Probe Eliminates Mechanical Errors View This Product
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| New Carbide End Mills Ideal for Automatic Lathes View This Product
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EDM Drill Includes Submerged Operation and Water Quality Control System View This Product
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| Lightweight Tool Reduces Vibration in Long-Overhang Milling View This Product
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