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Mastercam CNC Software at IWF 2012 Wood Industry Show

admin — Thu, 17 May 2012 15:47:22 +0000

Atlanta, GA – IWF 2012 will feature the latest in the line of powerful Mastercam machining software. Stop by booth # 4715 at the Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, GA, August 22-25 for a look at Mastercam X6 Router, the latest release, which introduces significant new capabilities, including new stock models, 64-bit support, 2D Contour Smoothing, and so much more.

Accurate, fully-associative Stock Models

A precise machining stock model delivers a variety of benefits—viewing and verifying work as it progresses, performing stock model comparisons, and easily choosing existing stock for rest machining. Mastercam gives you the power to create accurate, fully-associative stock models at any point in your machining process.

64-bit Support

Mastercam is now available as a 64-bit application, which lets you take full advantage of your 64-bit hardware and operating systems.

2D Contour Smoothing

In Mastercam X6 Router, the 2D Contour toolpath now creates smooth motion in sharp corners. Removing sharp corners reduces tool wear and makes your tool motion more efficient. Corner smoothing also supports multi passes.

Other X6 Router Features

Also in Mastercam X6 Router are features and enhancements such as:

• Ability to take .DWFx files from Autodesk.

• The OptiRest toolpath performs Rest Milling operations to remove remaining material with optimized roughing motion. This powerful new toolpath can use the new stock model functionality for defining stock removal areas.

• Variable Toolpath Radius automatically adjusts the toolpath radius in areas that are too narrow to fit into. This allows the tool to fit into tight areas and cut deeper in sharp corners.

• Outside Approach Control – Dynamic Facing, Core, and Contour toolpaths include the ability to specific which side of the block the tool approaches from. You can avoid over-travel conditions when large parts might be taking up most of the travel in one direction.

To see more powerful tools in the Mastercam X6 Router release, or to see Mastercam videos, please visit www.mastercamrouter.com.

About Mastercam

Developed by CNC Software, Inc., Mastercam is Windows®-based CAD/CAM software for 2- through 5-axis routing, milling and turning, 2- and 4-axis wire EDM, 2D and 3D design, surface and solid modeling, artistic relief cutting, and Swiss machining. CNC Software is a privately owned corporation founded in 1984. The U.S.-based company provides Mastercam CAD/CAM solutions to more than 165,000 installations in 75 countries in industries including mold-making, prototyping, automotive, medical, aerospace, and consumer products. Mastercam runs under Windows 7, Windows Vista®, and Windows XP, and is compatible with all other CAD/CAM systems. For more information about CNC Software, Inc. and its Mastercam family of products, contact CNC Software, Inc., M – F, 8 AM – 6 PM EST at (800) 228-2877 or (860) 875-5006,—671 Old Post Road, Tolland, CT 06084. Or visit www.mastercam.com.

http://www.woodworkingnetwork.com/news/woodworking-industry-trends-press-releases/Mastercam-CNC-Software-at-IWF-2012-Wood-Industry-Show-151722265.html

Hi-tech machine opening the door to growth

admin — Thu, 17 May 2012 15:46:30 +0000

A DOOR manufacturer is continuing to invest for the future after spending a “six figure sum” on a state-of-the-art machine.

Bridgman IBC, in Hartlepool, has bought a CNC (computer numerical control) wood machining centre for its centre on the Longhill Industrial Estate.

Commercial manager Stewart Hind said: “We have to invest to make sure we are ready for when the market picks up.”

But there are already signs of brighter times ahead. Mr Hind said: “We have got a few supply chain partners who are giving us quite a bit of work at the moment.

“We are definitely doing all right and we are holding our heads above water.”

The sophisticated new piece of kit can be machining one product whilst it is being loaded with another.

Mr Hind added: “We recognise that the recession brings with it the need to be more competitive on all fronts.

“We see this new investment as a resource that will increase our ability to respond to customer demands as the construction industry begins its recovery.

“The machine is twice the size of our existing machines and will be linked to our manufacturing software which will allow it to be programmed offline via our bespoke design software.

“This is an exciting time for our CNC and engineering team.”

The new investment follows hot on the heels of Bridgman investing in an industrial wood burner to save vast sums on its annual heating bill.

Bridgman employs 65 staff and makes fire doors, doorsets, glazed screens and washroom systems.

The 30-year-old firm is a privately owned business whose management team has over 100 years of experience in the construction products industry.

Bridgman’s recent contracts have included installing more than 70 cubicles in the East Stand at Elland Road, the home of Leeds United football club, putting cubicles and doorsets in at Stockton Library in an 18-month deal, and installing cubicles and 90 timber oak screens in at the new £15m Dyke House School, in Hartlepool.

http://www.hartlepoolmail.co.uk/news/business/hi-tech-machine-opening-the-door-to-growth-1-4555770

New GENOS CNC Lathes Provide Okuma Performance At An Affordable Price

admin — Wed, 16 May 2012 09:10:27 +0000

Okuma developed the GENOS series of CNC lathes to be turning machines with multi-function capabilities, that are affordable and easy to use and maintain. Although they are considered entry-level machines, these CNC lathes provide stability, rigidity and accuracy for a multitude of applications. The GENOS series includes a number of standard timesaving features, and a wide range of specification variations so users can handle everything from simple jobs to complex parts.

(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120515/CG05414)

All GENOS models have a high-rigidity gearless spindle, a compact PREX turret motor for faster multitasking, and a structurally stable bed designed for minimal thermal distortion. Additionally, the sub-spindle allows front and back machining without interference. The high-accuracy, wide range Y-axis travel uses a double slide system to accommodate a variety of milling operations.

The operating system includes touch screen technology in a shop-hardened panel that resists dirt and scratching, provides 2 USB ports and Ethernet connectivity, and has a reliable, vibration-proof hard drive. From a single screen, operators can set and check tool compensation values, and perform Touch Setter arm advance/retraction, and gauging cycle start. Likewise, they can perform the series of operations to start multitasking on one screen while confirming C and Y axes status, and can edit G/M programs with a single touch of the control screen.

In addition to affordability and improved productivity, GENOS CNC lathes reduce energy costs. For example, the flat-screen computer uses 57% less energy than previous Okuma systems, and servo power consumption is reduced by 12%.

To learn more about the Genos Series lathes or the full line of Okuma products,contact Gosiger today.

http://www.businessreviewindia.in/press_releases/new-genos-cnc-lathes-provide-okuma-performance-at-an-affordable-price

CNC Automation Speeds up the Race Pace for Lambert Motorsports

admin — Wed, 09 May 2012 00:28:49 +0000

Off-road racing is a gear-stripping, brake-grinding, suspension-squashing sport. Jim Lambert, president of Lambert Motorsports, knows this all too well. Last year he went through five transmissions on his Ultra4 racing rig, and he plowed into a tree on a forested New England racetrack, destroying the front end of his chassis.

The wear, tear and outright damage that an off-road vehicle sustains over the course of a rough-and-tumble season makes for long weekends and late nights in the shop repairing, reinforcing and re-engineering off-road vehicle components. Lambert had been doing this all by hand, cutting out paper templates in CAD, tracing them onto metal sheets, and hand-cutting each piece. The process was time-consuming and the outcome was often imprecise.

But 16 months ago, when Lambert began building a new Ultra 4 racing rig, he pulled the trigger on purchasing a Torchmate 2X2 machine, one of the most compact and affordable CNC fabricating machines on the market.

Today, he can’t figure out what took him so long.

“I can’t imagine having a race team now without having a Torchmate table,” said Lambert.

Lambert has cut his shop time in half as he builds his second race vehicle, and he doesn’t have to ship out parts to be cut and wait for days for them to be fabricated. And he doesn’t spend hours working hard by hand only to come away with an imprecise product.

Above: The new design for Lambert Motorsports’ Ultra4 rig.

“We used to have our stuff cut by other people, but it took a lot of planning and caused downtime,” said Lambert.

While most of the parts that Lambert cuts out are unique, occasionally he needs to fabricate dozens of the same item. This is when the automation and repeatability of the Torchmate 2X2 saves large chunks of time.

Above: When cutting multiple brackets, the Torchmate system helped save hours of time.

For his new off-road Ultra4 vehicle, Lambert needed dozens of custom trick tabs, brackets, column mounts and other small metal parts. Cutting those parts out by hand would be repetitive, time-consuming and laborious. But the Torchmate machine pumps out dozens of them in minutes.

“Before purchasing the Torchmate machine, we spent weeks building brackets and other custom parts by hand,” said Lambert.

Above: Here’s a bracket after it was cut on the Torchmate table.

The CNC machine also comes in handy during the drastic modifications that racing teams often undertake to give themselves an edge in an upcoming race, or retrofit their race rig for the particular challenges of a particular race course.

Lambert makes the long trip from New England to the King of the Hammers race in Southern California each year for the highlight of his race season. To prepare for the demanding, high-profile race, Lambert is cutting off the rear half of his Ultra4 vehicle and replacing it with a larger fuel cell and upgraded parts. His Torchmate machine is an invaluable partner in that modification.

Lambert has high hopes for this year’s race season. He plans to spend more time out on the track, now that his race season is not consumed with the tedious work of holding a hand torch and cutting out replacement parts or customized race components.

http://www.off-road.com/blog/2012/05/08/cnc-automation-speeds-up-the-race-pace-for-lambert-motorsports/

Astro Machine Works Adds New High Performance CNC Turning Center

admin — Wed, 09 May 2012 00:27:44 +0000

Ephrata, PA – Astro Machine Works, Inc. adds a Romi E280 High Performance Multi-Tasking Turning Center. This machine allows us to perform turning, boring, milling and tapping – all in a single setup. This is a true multi-tasking machine, efficiently performing difficult and complex machining processes.

The Romi E-Series machine is designed to fit the needs of mid and high volume production, offering flexibility with consistent accuracy from the first part to the last. We have also added live tooling for faster set up and reduced costs to our customers.

Some features of this machine include:
o Fast rapid traverse rates for turret, right side spindle and tailstock.
o Sub spindle for second side machining
o Parts catcher and bar feed capabilities

Rapid traverse:
o Z axis: 30 m/min (1,181 ipm)
o X axis: 24 m/min (945 ipm)
o Y axis: 18 m/min (709 ipm)
o Axes acceleration: 0.7g About Us: Astro Machine Works, Inc. specializes in building custom machinery and equipment and machining precision parts to exacting customer specifications. In our 25+ years as a custom machine builder and fabricator, we have become experts in several other value-added services such as: machine repair, rebuilding and refurbishment, Wire EDM, welding and metal fabrication, reverse engineering, panel wiring and control systems.

We find solutions to your problems. We do things right the first time. We meet deadlines. In short, we deliver exceptional value.

For more information please visit our website at www.astromachineworks.com or contact our Director of Sales, Brian Hess by email at bhess@astromachineworks.com, or by phone 717-738-4281

Astro Machine Works, Inc.
P.O. Box 328
470 Wenger Drive
Ephrata, PA 17522

http://news.thomasnet.com/companystory/Astro-Machine-Works-Adds-New-High-Performance-CNC-Turning-Center-614696

KOMO Machine, Inc. Hosts a Successful Dealer Meeting

admin — Sat, 05 May 2012 06:58:33 +0000

Top equipment Dealers from across the country flew in to Lakewood, NJ for a Dealer Meeting hosted by KOMO Machine, Inc. on April 12, 2012. The meeting took place at KOMO’s 10 acre Manufacturing and Corporate Headquarters.

The one-day, intensive meeting commenced with welcome and opening remarks from Mike Kolibas, President KOMO Machine, Inc. The remaining agenda focused on providing KOMO Dealers with information and tools for promoting KOMO’s CNC product line including educational application demonstrations, product updates and a facility tour.

Round table discussions were especially informative; giving leading professionals in the industry the opportunity to share ideas, discuss trending markets and the future development of KOMO’s products and continuing success. The strong turnout proved that KOMO is well positioned as the top CNC manufacturer in the market.

Mr. Kolibas was very pleased with the successful outcome of the meeting stating, ”It was great to see the enthusiasm and excitement generated by the KOMO Dealers, especially after they toured the Lakewood facility and saw first hand the manufacturing capability and quality product being produced back in the USA.”

“After experiencing the KOMO operation first hand, it’s clear that KOMO knows what they are talking about. The new KOMO CNC machines accelerate and decelerate faster than other CNC machines on the market. Customers should take the time to watch a new KOMO run, it’s in a class of its own,” stated Chris Plouff, Application Engineer for Impact Machine Tools, a KOMO Dealer who participated in the one-day meeting.

KOMO greatly appreciates the positive input, the efforts and commitment they receive from their Dealers and looks forward to their future growth and strength in the market.

KOMO Machine Inc. is a subsidiary of PMC Global, Sun Valley, CA. KOMO designs and builds high quality precision computer controlled (CNC) routers and machining centers. KOMO has produced more than 3000 CNC machines for the USA and serves International markets throughout the world with an extensive list of satisfied customers.

http://www.virtual-strategy.com/2012/05/04/komo-machine-inc-hosts-successful-dealer-meeting

CNC Machining Companies in Illinois Now Accepting RFQs on MFGpartners.net

admin — Sat, 05 May 2012 06:57:26 +0000

With the U.S. economy struggling to recover, small and mid-sized businesses across the country are finding new and innovative ways to attract new customers such as the recent campaign launched by American Machine Shops Network (AMSN). The company is in the development stages of a creative “Buy American” movement to bring work to U.S.-based manufacturers of precision machined parts, sheet metal parts, plastic molded items, fabricated steel & aluminum products, high precision CNC parts and other custom-made products at http://www.mfgpartners.net/sheet-metal-parts.

AMSN spokesman Dean Brooks said Illinois is the current focus on the Buy American movement with emphasis on reaching on to more buyers of customized made-to-order metal and plastic products throughout Chicago, Cicero, Peoria, Springfield, Rockford, Joliet, Waukegan, Naperville, Elgin, Aurora and other areas throughout the great Prairie State. According to Brooks, MFGpartners.net has been selected by the Industrial Leaders Group as the leading source for conventional and CNC machining, sheet metal fabricators and other craftsman in the U.S. capable of meeting the most complex and traditional needs required by manufacturers, engineers, military, aerospace, industrial, technical, agricultural, construction, electronic, telecommunication, computer and other markets at http://www.mfgpartners.net/sheet-metal-fabricators.

“The machine shops and specialty job shops on MFGpartners.net provides a full range of custom manufacturing services such as CNC milling, gundrilling, CNC turning, horizontal & vertical machining, manual mill & lathe work, metalworking, plastic fabricating & mold making, tooling, metalizing, sheet metal fabrication, welding, and other solutions for virtually every market and sector across the United States and worldwide,” said Brooks. He concluded, “The Illinois and other American vendors on AMSN are capable of machining a wide array of materials such as stainless steel, aluminum, plastics, hot rolled steel, cold rolled, steel, cast iron, brass & bronze, Monel®, Inconel®, PVC, polycarbonate, wood, rubber and other materials.” Additional information is available at http://www.mfgpartners.net/sheet-metal-fabrication.

About MFGpartners / AMSN

MFGpartners.net (http://www.MFGpartners.net) is owned and operated by American Machine Shops Network (AMSN). The company specializes in promoting US-based manufacturers of machined parts, fabricated components, precision products and molds. AMSN is the largest network of custom manufacturers in the USA designed to help companies, engineers and others find the most suitable vendors specializing in CNC machining, fabrication, molding, prototyping and other contract manufacturing services.

http://www.pr.com/press-release/410070

New GENOS Series CNC Lathes Provide Okuma Quality At Entry-Level Prices

admin — Thu, 03 May 2012 15:35:44 +0000

CNC machine dealer and factory automation specialist Gosiger, Inc., advises manufacturing customers who want to produce high-quality parts while reducing cycle time, material waste and operator involvement, to consider machine tools that offer Okuma’sIntelligent Technology Concept. Machines equipped with Intelligent Technology help manufacturers reduce operator time spent adjusting for temperature-related issues, avoiding costly collisions and determining optimum cutting conditions.

The three systems that make up Intelligent Technology are:

The Thermo-Friendly Concept that deals with thermal deformation. Through a proprietary 3-step machine design, construction and controller system, many Okuma CNC machines compensate for temperature variations throughout the machining process. As a result, manufacturers maintain precise tolerances and eliminate wasted time and materials.
The Collision Avoidance System (CAS) uses real-time, 3-D modeling to simulate machine movements and eliminate costly crashes. Machine collisions can cause significant damage, machine downtime and substantial labor and material costs. CAS enables operators to spend less time setting up and worrying about possible crashes, so they can concentrate on making quality parts.
Machining Navi enables optimum spindle speeds that reduce the affects of chatter. There is both an automatic and a manual mode for milling machines and machining centers that use built-in sensors and the OSP operating system to detect vibrations and adjust spindle speeds accordingly. For lathes, Machining Navi adjusts spindle speeds to the ideal amplitude and wave cycle.

AMSN to Bring CNC Machining Services to Georgia to Promote U.S. Manufacturers

admin — Wed, 02 May 2012 15:24:21 +0000

The people of Georgia has long been well known for their pride in independence with a long history of fighting for the common man freedom and liberty. With that said, it’s no wonder the state is welcoming the American Machine Shop Network (AMSN) and its grassroots movement to help bring work back to U.S. manufacturers specializing in plastic & steel fabrication, machining, plastic injection molding, tooling, rapid prototypes and other custom manufacturing services at http://www.mfgpartners.net/steel-fabrication.

According to AMSN spokesperson Terry Maldonado, the company promotes over 1,250 machine shops throughout the United States with many being family-owned and veteran-owned fulltime operations producing quality machined parts and components. Maldonado said the MFGpartners.net website is used by businesses throughout Georgia as well as hundreds of additional companies nationwide and beyond sourcing for prototype parts, machined products in large and small quantities, stainless steel fabricators, molds, EDM services, castings and all other aspects of machine shop work at http://www.mfgpartners.net/stainless-steel-fabricators.

“AMSN offers virtually every industry complete capacities involving all types of turning, milling, Wire EDM, horizontal & vertical milling, conventional & NC machining, drill press work, automatic horizontal machining, radial drilling, sawing, centerless & cylindrical grinding, surface & blanchard, grinding, sheet metal sheating, welding & cutting, punch press, vertical saw capacities, small plastic parts, testing, inspection & assembly as well as other services,” said Maldonado. He added, “AMSN welcomes businesses throughout Augusta-Richmond County, Atlanta, Warner Robins, Macon, Albany, Athens-Clark County, Marietta, Savannah, Roswell, Columbus and other cities in Georgia to submit an RFQ for any type of custom manufacturing service.” Additional information is available at http://www.mfgpartners.net/small-plastic-parts

About MFGpartners / AMSN

This news release was distributed by IndustrialPR.net

http://www.pr.com/press-release/409444

CNC Wire EDM produces low recast and fine finishes.

admin — Wed, 02 May 2012 15:23:40 +0000

Built with Meehanite cast honeycomb base, ribbed column, and reinforced lower arm for stiffness, 5-axis Model SP-300iA includes MST-II function for optimal part finishes. Machine is equipped with annealing, fully automatic wire threading system with tip disposal unit. X, Y, Z working range is 13.8 x 9.8 x 8.7 in., and U and V axes are both 3.15 in. Driven by closed-loop AC servo motors with 0.000004 in. resolution, axes are controlled by linear glass scale feedback system.

AccuteX EDM Introduces New 5-Axis Wire EDM Offering Superb Finishes

[MASON, OH] AccuteX EDM, a Division of Absolute Machine Tools, Inc. has introduced its new “SP-300iA” 5-Axis CNC Wire EDM. This machine features the latest “Microsparking Technology”, the MST-II function that provides exceptional part finishes. Aerospace and medical industries in particular have demands for low recast and fine finishes. Further, this machine is built for rigidity with a Meehanite cast honeycomb base, highly-ribbed column that is mounted with oversized UVZ axis and reinforced lower arm for added stiffness. All castings are stabilized and subjected to rigorous testing to insure maximum strength, high precision, and durability.

The X, Y, Z working range is 13.8 in. x 9.8 in. x 8.7 in. U and V axes are both 3.15 in. The U-V axis mechanism is placed in a cabinet above the working area, assuring optimal rigidity and protection from humidity and physical damage. The axes are driven by means of closed-loop AC servo motors with 0.000004 in. resolution and controlled by a linear glass scale feedback system. The SP-300iA also incorporates the latest generation ball-retainer type guideways which reduce 90 percent of friction variation compared to conventional guideways.

The workpiece mounting table is made of hardened stainless steel, offers easy accessibility and is designed as a standard clamping system also. This creative solution reduces setup time. The table can also accommodate most commercial fixturing systems. All the operations relating to wire handling have been simplified on the SP-300iA. The machine is equipped with an annealing, fully automatic wire threading system with a tip disposal unit. AccuteX’s patent-pending servo-controlled wire threading technology, together with multi-detectors, makes it the fastest and most reliable AWT system available today.

More about AccuteX EDM

AccuteX EDM is a division of Absolute Machine Tools, Inc. and is the exclusive North American importer for builders AccuteX Technologies. AccuteX EDM offers a complete line of wire and die sinker EDM equipment to manufacturing facilities in the United States and Canada. These high-quality, user-friendly machines provide excellent value for manufacturers seeking EDM systems that are both economical and well-built. The company started over 15 years ago with a group of engineers who shared similar ideas about wire EDM technologies. Working together as an engineering team for the Taiwanese government’s research and development arm at The Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) in Taiwan, they decided to merge their knowledge and ingenuity to form AccuteX Technologies. AccuteX Technologies developed all of its EDM wire technology in-house and is well-known for its groundbreaking and user friendly Windows-based CE control and high-performance auto wire threading. AccuteX Technologies also offers machines delivering 6-axis control with 5-axis simultaneous interpolation for aerospace and medical-class operating performance.

http://news.thomasnet.com/fullstory/CNC-Wire-EDM-produces-low-recast-and-fine-finishes-614253