UK-based Precision Technologies Group (PTG), the manufacturer of Powerstir friction stir-welding (FSW) machines, has introduced a number of dual weld head FSW models for use in the volume production of automotive ...

Fastems has added a domain called Work Cell Operations (WCO) to its Manufacturing Management Software (MMS). WCO makes it possible to include all manual production tasks, work cells and stand-alone machines in the ...

Ceratizit UK & Ireland has announced an extension to its range of indexable-insert threading tools and tool holders as part of its WNT ‘Performance’ range. The latest inserts, designated Mini 06 and Mini 08, can cut ...

Walter GB has released its Cut DX18 double-edged grooving and parting-off system that, with novel lateral clamping, claims to elevate performance standards, especially on Swiss-type automatic lathes and multi-spindle ...

Faro has unveiled the latest iteration of its CAM2 2020 software. The release includes a variety of performance and user-interface improvements, newly developed features and a new subscription licensing option. Users ...

The latest addition to the Sandvik Coromant CoroDrill 860 range features -GM geometry that is said to offer high-performance drilling across a range of materials and applications, as well as significantly improved tool ...

Mitutoyo has introduced the Formtracer Avant series of benchtop hybrid CNC systems that can measure both surface roughness and component contour on a single platform by using interchangeable detectors. The top model in ...

Gleason vertical power-skiving machines for the production of soft and hardened gears up to 600 mm in diameter can now be equipped with an on-board cutter re-sharpening unit to reduce cutter changes and help ensure ...

Kennametal has introduced the B21*SGL solid-carbide drill with through-coolant. Designed for stainless steel, nickel and cobalt-based alloys, the B21*SGL with patented point geometry and monolayer PVD AlTiN coating, is ...

Yamazaki Mazak has underlined its commitment to the British machine-tool industry with the launch of its latest fully simultaneous 5-axis machining centre – the CV5-500 – which will be the only machine in its class to ...

Freddy Products has launched its Coolant Health Unit (CHU). Developed in conjunction with the manufacturing team at Rolls-Royce, the Freddy CHU is said to be a cost-effective and efficient system for cleaning coolant in ...

With the arrival of the Tri-Logic series, Rocol has enhanced its RTD (reaming, tapping and drilling) range of cutting-fluid technologies. Working in co-operation with its customer base across all sectors, Rocol has paid ...

Following on from the success of the Tritan-Drill Steel, Mapal has developed drills that provide even greater benefits to those seeking cost-effective hole-making solutions for steel workpieces.

Industrial metrology specialist, the Sempre Group, has introduced the Opticline T3D optical shaft measuring system with tactile 3D measuring probe. The technology, manufactured and designed by partner Jenoptik, is ...

Dormer Pramet has launched a high-precision, quick-change tooling system for a variety of internal and external turning applications. Suitable for use on multi-tasking machines, the polygon shank coupling (PSC) is a ...

NUM has launched a form-compensation option for its Numroto tool-grinding software. The option enables tool manufacturers to ‘close the loop’ between CNC tool grinding and measurement, further increasing process ...