Okuma and 5ME, a leading pioneer in cryogenic machining, are joining forces to educate the machining world on the benefits of using internal Liquid Nitrogen (LN2) instead of coolant during the cutting process. Currently, there are 12 Okuma machine models that can be ordered with 5ME cryogenic machining technology, including vertical machining centres and horizontal machining centres specifically designed for aerospace parts processing. In some instances cryogenic machining is retrofittable.
The machining of workpieces with spherical forms pushes even the most modern hard turning and standard grinding machines to their tech-nical limits, as great demands are also usually being placed on dimensional accuracy and surface finish. For this demanding field of application, Thielen-haus Microfinish has developed a flexible and compact machining solution – Sphero – based on a platform proven in medical technology, which it unveiled at GrindTec 2016.
In recent years there has been a growing trend towards machine workpieces longer than 1000 mm, and the demand for improved threading productivity has also increased. Specifically designed to improve the productivity of long shaft applications, Okuma added a new model with 1300-mm distance between centres to its flagship LB3000 EX II SPACE TURN series of CNC lathes.
The MU-4000V Vertical Machining Center is well suited for aerospace and other industries requiring full 5-axis capabilities.
Non-circular gears are making headway in many areas of application—in machines, engines, and pumps they ensure perfectly tuned irregular power transmission.
About 2 years after the last big unveiling, a machine is coming on to the market that is bespoke made for customer requirements.
CHIRON’s OPEN HOUSE will take place from March 9 to 11, exhibiting innovative technologies and applications for the greatest precision and dynamics
Based near Udine in the northeast of Italy, Haas customer Modeltek is a successful international motorsport business supplying teams and privateers all over the world. The fact that the cars and parts it produces are one-fifth scale doesn’t make the company’s achievements any less impressive.
