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Mfg4 2014 Show Preview [Manufacturing Engineering](Manufacturing Engineering Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) Manufacturing is growing and changing, moving from low-value, unskilled, repetitive assembly to high-value, technology-rich operations and services that require high levels of skill. To serve these evolving needs, SME produces MFG4 for aerospace, defense (including arms), medical, and micromanufacturing. These major industries plus one strategic technology are driving change through their supply chains and leading the way in innovation and collaboration. Slated for May 6-8 at the Connecticut Convention Center (Hartford, CT), MFG4 will feature exhibits, conference sessions and keynote presentations focused on the challenges facing its targeted industries. Among the keynote speakers are Lockheed Martin Senior Fellow Tom Herald, who will discuss Affordable Mission Capabilities with Integrated Enabling System Architectures, and US Endoscopy Vice President Christopher J. Kaye, who will speak to Medical Device Design & Evolution. In addition, better than 175 exhibitors will showcase their industry-focused solutions to a highly targeted audience. A full schedule of the program, including pricing and registration information, is available at http://2012.mfg4event. com/2014/Public/Enter.aspx Portable Second-Op Machining Center TRAK 2 OP portable machining centers are designed for second-operation machining. They streamline a shop's workflow by bringing an additional spindle quickly and easily to an operator idled by the cycle time of his primary machine. The TRAK 2 OP features proven ProtoTRAK CNC technology with easy-to-learn and use conversational language programming. Programs can be generated either at the machine or remotely to perform drilling, tapping, countersinking, facemilling, and the machining of profiles, pockets, and bolt-hole patterns. Standard features include an eight-station toolchanger that eliminates the need for manual tool changes, built-in Jergens ball locks that facilitate quick changeovers, rigid tapping, a coolant pump, and a pallet jack. Southwestern Industries Inc. Ph: 310-608-4422 Web site-, www.southwesternindustries.com Micro-Molded Plastic Components Accumold is a high-tech manufacturer of precision micro, small and lead frame injection-molded plastic components. Utilizing processes developed from Accumold's Micro-Mold technology, the company designs, builds and produces unique molds and parts efficiently for markets that include micro electronics, medical, micro optics, automotive, and military applications. Molded components range in size from 70 mm with micro features down to parts less than 1 mm in size. These complex parts often include tight tolerances measuring only a few microns. Accumold customers require compromising attention to detail, extremely high quality, and speed-to-market services. Services include: insert molding, clean room molding and two-shot molding. Materials include: PEEK, Ultem, LCP, and most engineered thermoplastics. Accumold Ph: 515-964-5741 Web site: www.accu-mold.com Precision Test Bars CAT 40 and CAT 50 precision test bar selection has been expanded to include solutions for BT and HSK spindles as well. Precision test bars are gage quality holders used in CNC machine setup to analyze and adjust machine spindles until they run square and true. Without a Briney Precision Test Bar there is no sure way of knowing the spindle's condition and the most overlooked cause of machine tool runout stems from wear of the spindle bearings. For every 0.0001" (0.003-mm) TIR removed from the cutting operation, tool life may be increased up to 10%. Therefore, regular inspection of your machine spindle is recommended to ensure production stability. Precision test bars are certified with actual dimensions etched on test bars; bar concentric to taper within 0.0002" (0.005-mm) TIR. Briney Tooling Systems Ph: 800-752-8035 Web site: www.brineytooling.com Laser Marking System FiberCube laser marking system is a compact, turnkey laser marking, laser engraving and laser cutting system. The laser marking system offers the benefits of a noncontact, abrasion-resistant, permanent mark, engraving, or cut onto almost any type of material. These systems offer the speed, reliability and flexibility required to meet stringent quality control and process certification standards. FiberCube Laser Marking Systems are well-suited for a wide range of applications including flat surfaces, advanced integrated XYZ motion for step-and-repeat laser marking, or coordinated rotary motion for seamlessly laser marking around a circumference. LaserStar's operating software provides complete coordination of all integrated systems. Features include 10-70-W models, digital messaging display, automatic or manual door, rotary devices for standard and custom-shape rings, mechanical or motorized Zaccess, and custom chamber sizes. LaserStar Technologies Corp. Ph: 407-248-1142 Web site: www.laserstar.net SolidWorks Inspection SolidWorks Inspection consists of a stand-alone application and a SolidWorks add-in that enables users to leverage their legacy data regardless of whether they are SolidWorks files, PDFs or TIFFs. SolidWorks Inspection Professional extends SolidWorks Inspection capabilities by providing users with multiple ways to enter measured values directly into an inspection project. Each characteristic's value can be entered by manually typing them in, using a digital caliper or importing CMM results. SolidWorks Inspection is a simple and intuitive application that reduces the time needed to create inspection documentation by up to 90%, and virtually eliminates errors inherent to any manual process, thus improving quality and reducing time to market. SolidWorks Mechanical Conceptual, gives you an instinctive, powerful modeling environment focused on the four key elements of conceptual design: conceptual, instinctive, social, and connected. SolidXperts Ph: 877-876-5439 Web site: www.solidxperts.com Tool Spindle Performance Analyzer Spindle Error Analyzer (SEA) helps engineers, designers, and maintenance personnel measure, track and troubleshoot machine tool spindle performance. Machine tools expected to manufacture precision parts with reduced chance of scrap are dependent on spindle performance. Error motions of the spindle translate directly into errors in the manufactured part including errors in form, roundness, feature location, and surface finish. Using the SEA, spindles can be tested for synchronous error motions, asynchronous error motions and thermal displacement in X, Y, and Zaxes. All the tests are performed in accordance with ANSI and ISO standards (ANSI: B5.54, B5.57, B89.3.4; and ISO: 230-3, 230-7; and JIS B 6190-7). The Spindle Error Analyzer is also used to qualify precision machine tools before taking delivery. Lion Precision Ph: 651-484-6544 Web site: www.spindleanalysis.com Industrial Laser Welding System The G3 1900 series is the next generation of industrial laser welding systems. Its powerful design offers interactive highdefinition touch-screen control panel, First Pulse Suppression (FPS) Technology, LED natural lighting system, Whisper Series Air Cooling System, "Easy Link" USB connection, and an enhanced automation chamber design. The 1900 Series is well-suited for a wide range of metal joining, complex assembly, automation and repair applications and is available in 60-200-W models, in either the standard or XL body style. The removable welding chambers are designed to be custom configured for the widest range of applications. LaserStar Technologies Corp. Ph: 407-248-1142 Web site: www.laserstar.net Tight Tolerance, Thin-Wall Castings Harmony Castings is a AS 9100 company that produces quality castings, designed without draft and unnecessary weight. Castings feature thin walls, 150 rms finish, zero-degree draft, and tight tolerances. With low tooling costs and unlimited pattern life, Harmony Castings is able to bring projects from model to production in just three weeks. Also pattern revisions are quickly made. Harmony Castings LLC Ph: 724-452-5811 Web site: www.harmonycastings.com Laser Tool Setter The LaserControl NT laser tool setter is capable of measuring tools only microns in diameter, detecting 1-pm fractures in a tool's cutting edge, and more. Newly redesigned TCSeries probes are built to withstand the harshest of environments and roughest handling. They are built to be five times faster than conventional probes, are 0.5-pm repeatable, and will not false trigger, saving time during setup and inspection, without sacrificing accuracy. Blum LMT Inc. Ph: 859-344 6789 E-mail: [email protected] Microblasting Work Chamber ProCenter Plus microblasting work chamber swiftly evacuates spent abrasive from the chamber keeping the work area clean. Also, the ProCenter Plus can handle ample amounts of spent abrasive in its oversized storage hopper without affecting performance. Also contributing to its cleanliness are the downdraft design and HEPA filter and a blow-off gun to clean parts quickly with a blast of air. Quietness is enhanced by a built-in silencer, minimized air discharge and an acoustically designed fan box for maximum noise reduction. Operator comfort is seen to through a large, well-lit operator viewing area; an ergonomic design with wide cushioned hand openings; and a large hinged window for easy parts loading. Comeo Inc. Ph: 800-796-6626 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.comcoinc.com Vises New Sidewinder vise provides vertical workholding for second operation machining in the same setup and can be mounted to the back of all Kurt 6" (152-mm) vises. Also, Kurt's Pull Type HD690 vise line now is available in standard and reverse jaw models, in manual and hydraulic versions. The Model 3400 Versatile Lock vise line adds versatility, accuracy, and capacity to small machining centers, while the MaxLock vise line now is available in three sizes: the self-centering 2x/¿ (65-mm), 4" (102-mm) jaw-width model and the 3V2" (90-mm) jaw-width models. Kurt Manufacturing Co. Ph: 877-226-7823 Website: www.kurtworkholding.com E-mail: [email protected] Measuring System The LabMaster Universal Model 1000A, Pratt & Whitney Measurement Systems' largest capacity and most automated measuring system, has a 40" (1-m) direct reading range and 80" (2-m) capacity. Probe movement and table movements are computer controlled. A simple software script allows automatic measurement of gages or custom parts for ultimate accuracy and ease of use. Pratt & Whitney Measurement Systems Ph: 800-371-7174 Web site: www.prattandwhitney.com ERP and MES Software Rapid Response Manufacturing (RRM) is a fully-integrated ERP and manufacturing execution system (MES) software solution for small to mid-sized discrete manufacturers and job shops with a major focus on the aerospace, defense and medical fields. It is also well-suited to a wide array of other industries. With its fully integrated ERP, MES and quality management, RRM strives to help reduce cost, increase profit and improve the overall business process. The software offers complete order-to-bill management capabilities and can be configured to meet specific needs. ProfitKey International Ph: 800-331-2754 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: www.profitkey.com Waterjet Pump The Quantum ESP 52 Single pump is available on all Techni waterjet cutting systems and can support any waterjet cutting machine available today. With a maximum out-pressure of 52,000 psi (360 MPa) and a maximum output volume of 0.5 gpm (1.9 L/min) the ESP 52 incorporates a servomotor directly enveloping a high-load precision ballscrew. The ballscrew directly houses the ceramic plungers, which reciprocate back and forth to create the pumping action, in much the same way as a hydraulic cylinder works on an intensifier pump. The infinite control of the servo motor and precision of the ballscrew enable accurate control over the output pressure and volume of the water displaced, and eliminates pressure spikes when deadheading. This infinite control gives an operator the ability to program virtually any pressure and flow rate from zero to full capacity, while only using the power displaced at the cutting head. Techni Waterjet Ph: 913-492-3700 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.techniwaterjet.com Deburring Tools Burr-Rx deburring tools are capable of deburring at feed rates in excess of 100 ipm (2540 mm/ min), providing a high level of throughput. In addition, they eliminate manual deburring processes which are a major source of muscular-skeletal disorders like carpal tunnel syndrome. Additionally, they improve part-to-part consistency by eliminating tedious manual deburring. Weiler Corp. Ph: 888-299-2777 Web site: www.weilercorp.com Shop Floor CM Ms The 7.10.7 SF series of shop-floor CMMs is specially designed to excel in harsh industrial environments. The 7.10.7 SF's computer, controller, and interface boxes are housed in one self-contained unit for easy transport on the shop floor. The CMM has a measuring stroke of 710 x 1010 x 680 mm, and uses standard 110/220V single-phase outlets with no need for shop air. The integrated and flexible part fixture system enables users to locate up to four 300 x 300-mm fixture plates or one 500-mm fixture plate on the table. Using a novel kinematic locating system, the fixture plates can be quickly loaded and unloaded, allowing users to swap individual parts or part types in a matter of seconds. Hexagon Metrology Inc. Ph: 855-443-9638 Web site: www.hexagonmetrology.us Surface Roughness Analysis The new Surftest probe and SurfpakSP software allows surface roughness analysis on a Mitutoyo CNC CMM and eliminates the need for workpiece changeover to a second measurement device. An auto-joint probe system allows probe changing automatically between touch trigger and/or scanning probes with the Surftest probe, combining dimensional evaluation and surface finish analysis in a single operation. A PH10M or 10MQ articulating probe head allows access to features requiring rotation for surface roughness measurement. Available detectors include-, standard, deep groove, small hole, extra-small hole, and geartooth surface. Mitutoyo America Corp. Ph: 630-820-9666 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.mitutoyo.com Micromachining BIG Kaiser enters MFG4 with a special emphasis on micromachining, including a booth location within the MicroManufacturing area. A focal point will be the new Mega Micro 8S, which extends the existing Mega Micro line's clamping range to 0 0.317" (8 mm). Also on hand, the Mega Synchro Tapping Holder MGT3 compensates for synchronization errors when rigid tapping with small/micro taps. The Air Power Spindle RBX12, a faster version of the RBX5 & RBX7 at 120,000 rpm, is suitable for micro-drilling and milling at super high speeds. A Speroni tool presetter will also be shown. BIG Kaiser Ph: 847-228-7660 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.bigkaiser.com Dimensional Measurement Equipment New line of lightweight carbon-fiber gages as well as a full line of dimensional measurement instruments will be shown. These products include dial indicators, bore gages, snap gages, comparator stands, large-diameter ID/OD (fixed or adjustable models), ring gages, groove gages, bench gages, depth gages, setmasters, countersink gages, and chamfer gages. Manual and CNC models of the company's comparator products will also be shown. The comparators feature Heidenhain Readouts and Metlogix M2 software. Dorsey Metrology International Inc. Ph: 845-454-3111 Web site: www.dorseymetrology.com Laser Cutting In response to an increasing demand from the aerospace and automotive industries for highperformance cutting tools, Rollomatic has y added a laser cutting _ machine to its portfolio of conventional grinding techniques-the Laser Smart 500. The initial strategy for this machine is to offer a more cost-effective way and higher quality in the production of polycrystalline diamond (PCD), cubic boron nitride (cBN) and chemical vapor deposited (CVD) cutting tools, which traditionally need to be produced by a double process of spark erosion and polish grinding. Rollomatic Inc. Ph: 866-713-6398 Web site: www.rollomaticusa.com Swiss-Style Turning The iSPeed3 series of Swiss-style turning machine spindles have sensorless motors, a compact footprint, diameters of 19.05-25 mm, and can machine at speeds of 1000-80,000 rpm. Based on work-envelope requirements, the spindles can have either right-angle wiring or wiring that exits directly out of the back of the unit. Designed to use up to a 4-mm collet (1/8" or 3.175-mm collet standard), the air-cooled motor can meet a wide range of machining requirements and may be supplied in over 15 different varieties, including self-contained flange mounts. NSK America Ph: 800-585-4675 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.nskamericacorp.com Compact CMM The Micura CMM is a compact, bridge-type CMM that features precision scanning technology with the Vast XT gold active scanning sensor. The Micura system offers 0.7p + L/400 accuracy with low probing force and is suitable for measurements of small and intricate parts often required in the optical, electronic, medical, aerospace and telecommunication industries. This CMM has the accuracy to measure delicate parts such as optics and disk drive components while maintaining efficiency. Carl Zeiss Industrial Metrology LLC Ph: 800-327-9735 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.zeiss.com/metrology Five-Axis CAM The 2014 R2 version of PowerMill features new options to machine parts and tooling with speed and accuracy. New simulation and customization tools, plus greater editing flexibility, give users greater opportunities to minimize programming times and reduce manufacturing times. PowerMill includes Delcam's Vortex high-efficiency area-clearance strategy for fast, safe metal removal, allowing solid carbide tooling to cut with its full flute length to minimize machining times. Vortex toolpaths use a controlled engagement angle between the cutter and the part to give a more consistent volume-removal rate and feed rate, minimizing wear on the cutter. PowerMILL 2014 R2 improves the ordering of the Vortex toolpaths to minimize lifts and air moves, increasing overall efficiency. Delcam pic Ph: 877-335-2261 ext. 232 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.delcam-na.com EDM Spindle The new high-speed H42R.MRS002 Mini Spindle is low-profile submersible EDM spindle that offers higher speeds than previous models and more mounting flexibility. The spindle is programmable via the Hirschmann H1625.AC4 control that allows both highspeed rotation from 1 to 4000 rpm and indexing accuracies of 0.05°. Communication with the EDM control is through a 24V interface. Workpiece diameters up to 10 mm are precisely held using the company's patented H42-JMRS adjustable element system that allows radial and axial runout within 0.001 mm. The H42R.MRS002 spindle can be mounted directly to the machine table or by using the palletizing System 4000 that allows easy removal and remounting. Hirschmann Engineering USA Inc. Ph: 847-468-9700 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.hirschmannusa.com Diamond Tooling for Composites Full line of diamond tooling solutions for composite machining includes the company's products for chamfering, drilling, routing and milling. These custom-designed tools, including P.B.S. braze-bond routers, Everlast veined PCD drills, flexible diamond products and PCD tooling, provide comprehensive roughto-finish solutions for a wide variety of composite and aluminum materials used in the aerospace industry. The company's proprietary P.B.S. braze-bond process offers maximum exposure of diamond crystals, allowing for fast stock removal and efficiency, producing tools that last longer, cut faster, run cooler and load less. Abrasive Technology Ph: 740-548-4100 E-mail: [email protected] Web site-, www.abrasive-tech.com Wire EDM Machines Designed for ease of operation, versatility and low operating cost, the U3 and U6 are next-generation wire EDM solutions for improved profitability. The machines offer enhanced performance in a design that makes competitive cycle times and high degrees of accuracy and finish easy to achieve, no matter the condition or application. The machines include new HyperCut technology and a Hyper-i control that enable even novice operators to program and produce leading-edge part finishes in the most complex feature geometries. The U3 and U6 offer X-Y-Zaxis travels of 370 x 270 x 220 mm and 650 x 450 x 420 mm, respectively. The U3 will accommodate a maximum workpiece size of 770 x 590 x 220 mm with a payload of 1322 lb (595 kg), while the U6 holds sizes up to 1000 x 800 x 400 mm with a maximum payload of 3307 lb (1488 kg). Other features of the U3 and U6 include reduced wire-consumption rates, dual digitally-controlled flush pumps and a choice of two wire-guide configurations. Makino Ph: 513-573-7200 Web site: www.makino.com Video Measuring Systems The next-generation release of the CNC Video Measuring Systems Nexiv VMZ-R3020 and Nexiv VMZ-R6555 are capable of accurately measuring the dimensions and shapes of mechanical and molded parts, and high-density and multilayered electronic components. With optical measuring technology and image processing done by the computer, the CNC systems automatically measure the dimensions and shape of electronic components. The system processes images taken by a CCD camera for precise edge detection. These systems have been developed to offer enhanced accumulated measuring accuracy and speeds, and enable a wide range of measurements with their improved operability and functions. A high measurement accuracy level has been achieved with Nikon's proprietary liner encoder. In addition, an increase in frame rate and faster lighting control have accelerated overall measuring throughput. Nikon Metrology Inc. Ph: 810-220-4314 Web site: www.nikonmetrology.com Monitoring Software The Equator comparative gaging system now includes new process monitoring software that instantly displays measurement results of inspected features, as well as the measurement history of each feature, with a monitoring window added to the shopfloor user interface. The intuitive Organizer front-end software works with Renishaw's comprehensive Modus program to allow operators to manage the re-mastering process based on temperature limits, number of parts or time since the last master. A status bar graph shows inspection results for the last part measured as a proportion of tolerance either side of nominal. Operators can configure the system to set extra warning limits on part features, beyond the pass/fail tolerance limits already set by the inspection program, allowing them to take action before a process reaches 100% of tolerance. The bar graph turns orange at the warning limit and if the pass/fail tolerance is exceeded, the bar turns red and re-mastering is enforced with an on-screen message to the operator. Renishaw Inc. Ph: 847-286-9953 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.renishaw.com 3D Modeling Software The SpaceClaim Engineer 3D modeling software for engineers has been updated with new tools and extended interoperability and significantly faster performance. The new release with SpaceClaim 2014 Service Pack 1 includes two new tools-LiveReview, the company's cloud-enabled live 3D collaboration system formerly code-named Connect, and a new STL Prep for 3D Printing module. LiveReview provides a secure session where more than one user can engage and contribute simultaneously to editing a model In real time. The STL Prep for 3D Printing is an add-on module that prepares models for 3D printing efficiently and easily by offering a set of tools to repair printing problems and to modify STL and CAD files easily, whether they are created natively or imported. Engineers can use the module to check for and repair water-tightness and intersections, to shell models to save on material, and to create connecting features in order to combine parts of a model after printing. SpaceClaim Corp. Ph: 978-482-2100 Web site: www.spaceclaim.com Hybrid Milling The company's new Lumex Avance-25 metal laser sintering hybrid milling machine is being Introduced in partnership with Matsuura Machinery Corp. The Lumex offers one-machine, one-process manufacturing of complex molds and parts by fusing metal laser sintering (3D SLS) technology with high-speed milling technology. Metal powders are melted and sintered via laser, while surfaces are precisely milled at high speeds to maintain accuracy. The company will also display the MC milling line of Diamond Mill and Diamond Turn machines, including MC 800 mill, plus the latest in EDM, including the MV2400S driven by noncontact, cylindrical drive technology. MC Machinery Systems Inc. Ph: 630-616-5920 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.mitsubishi-world.com Laser Marking System The TruMark 5020 fiber-laser marker offers high-speed marking with excellent mark quality on metals and plastics. With its pulse-width modulation, marking contrast is superior to conventional fiber laser markers. The laser marking system's dynamic scanner module converts pulse frequencies into high processing speeds while focal-point adjustment ensures the laser adapts to varying component heights. Part alignment is made simple since a camera takes a photo of the exact marking area, which is transferred into the CAD editor. The TruMark 5020 is easily integrated into production lines or a TruMark workstation for maximum flexibility, and its industrial design ensures high up time and long life. The Trumark 5020 will be shown with the ergonomic and highly flexible TruMark Station 5000, a laser workstation that is equipped with up to five axes, and is available with different focusing optics and scanner optics, depending on customer needs. Trumpf Inc. Ph: 860-255-6000 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.trumpf.com (c) 2014 Society of Manufacturing Engineers (publishers) |