Manufacturing technology

Automatic laser marking station; Optical high-speed scanning; Indexable milling cutters

Automatic laser marking station

The AutoMarkX automatic stand-alone laser marking station replaces manual and labor-intensive processes. The operator loads up to two full pallets of tools and the robot performs the laser marking operations, freeing staff to attend to other tasks. The versatile unit can accommodate a wide range of tool sizes.

Added flexibility of the AutoMarkX comes from the optional rotary workholding station which enables marking on opposite sides of the shank as well as the end of tool. This is combined with the ability to create and mark unique tool identification codes – QR Codes.

ANCA
https://www.machines.anca.com
PMTS booth #4077
EASTEC booth #1118

PHOTO COURTESY OF WENZEL AMERICA

Optical high-speed scanning

Designed to increase the speed of the production process, CORE Optical High Speed Scanning Systems offer a highly flexible 3D inspection solution for demanding measurement requirements in global manufacturing. The CORE is based on a proven mechanical structure, developed, and manufactured in WENZEL’s production facility in Germany, forming the cornerstone for its accuracy, reliability, and quality.

With a scanning speed up to 400mm/s, the CORE provides time savings by a factor of about four compared to tactile coordinate measuring machines.

Wenzel America
https://www.wenzelamerica.com

 

PHOTO COURTESY OFCERATIZIT

Indexable milling cutters

For part milling performance and flexibility, the line of indexable milling cutters encompasses solutions for optimizing and improving all milling operations, whether face milling, shoulder milling, or high-feed milling. MaxiMill 491 has eight usable cutting edges per its newly expanded 9mm insert size, a precise 90° profile, and a durable nickel-coated tool body. The cutter is well suited for all shoulder and full-slot milling applications.

With 16 usable, axially adjustable cutting edges, the MaxiMill 273 Shell Face milling cutter boosts feed rates and delivers exceptional surface finishes. It combines the advantages of positive and negative inserts in one cutter ensuring stability and cost-effectiveness while reducing vibration for superior surface finishes. Inserts for both MaxiMill models incorporate Ceratizit’s Dragonskin coating technology for efficient wear protection and added strength.

Ceratizit
https://www.cuttingtools.ceratizit.com
EASTEC booth #5474

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