MACH 2014 - Floyd Automatic highlights new Alesa high feed milling tools plus sliding-head collet clamping developments

The new Alesa milling line from Floyd will include the new 'Alesa Twist' and 'Alesa Speed' cutters for high feed milling. All inserts in the ranges have positive geometries that reduce machine power requirements, while increasing metal removal rates. An advantage is that the same insert is capable of machining a wide range of materials, including exotics and hard-to-machine materials up to 1,450 N/mm2. The Alesa milling range will be supplemented by a variety of circular saws and arbors from the Nutex range. The new Master-Clamp and Master-Guide systems for collet clamping and guide bushing will also feature. The new MasterGuide system has been developed to solve common problems that often frustrate users of sliding-head turning machines. One common problem the MasterGuide system solves is accuracy. With four clamping pads, the system significantly improves accuracy in intricate machining operations. The major advantage of the Master Guide Bush is that it can handle bar diameter variations. The clamping pads can also be supplied in different materials and coatings to improve the guiding process and eliminate bar marking that is commonplace when standard carbide bushes react with stainless steel bars. Acting as a mini 4-jaw chuck (3 jaws available for small parts) the MasterClamp system offers increased clamping forces and range over conventional collet systems. With no slots required at the face of the MasterClamp collets, the system eliminates the issue of swarf up the inside of the collet sleeve and marking the component. For sliding-head users, Floyd Automatic will be highlighting the capabilities of its range with a variety of products being demonstrated on sliding-head machines at the show. MACH 2014 - Birmingham NEC, 7-11 April