While Applitec is known as a specialist in tools for high precision bar turning, a solution designed for cutting relatively large diameters was missing from their range. With the introduction of the new Cut-line, this gap is filled. Customer-led research and development “Customers are always on the lookout for the best performance and excellent reliability” Mr Champion told us. Therefore, the manufacturer continued its research and tests to arrive at the solution being put forward today. (…)

Not just for dental implant technology: Zecha presents series 462 whirl thread cutters. German patent application submitted for these new tools. High precision internal threads are required in implant technology. The new whirl thread design sees Zecha Hartmetall-Werkzeugfabrikation GmbH setting new standards in machining internal threads. Quality and precision needed For the manufacturers of implant screws – the connector between artificial tooth root and implant - one thing is (…)

Reducing costs and improving productivity remain at the heart of all businesses; however the shift toward environmental awareness and employee welfare is of increasing importance. Whilst we are all aware of the causes and effects our actions have upon the environment we must also be alert to our immediate working environment. To this end, TaeguTec continues to develop its range of products that work with Minimum Quantity Lubrication (MQL) a process that mixes oil with air to optimize the (…)

In high precision turning, depending on the machine’s equipment, tool positions may be lacking for performing end operations. This can be the case for both spindle and counter-spindle machining. Wide product range In its product range, the Swiss manufacturer Applitec proposes tool holders that provide an answer to this problem. François Champion, Sales Manager, tells us: " These tool holders are very simple and meet a very specific demand. But they go even further, providing other benefits (…)

There are many way to produce threads and machining it provides some advantages (depending on the situation). I wanted to know more about that thechnology and went to Xactform in Neuchâtel (Switzerland). Amazingly this company has a unique technology to produce tools and covers the world market without being well known (Have you already heard about it?). Meeting with Claude Alain Ferrière, Head of Marketing. Private label In addition to the sales through dealers, the company also produces (…)

The VPGT insert issued by the ISO range and the different tool holders offered by Bimu deliver superlative machining characteristics as well as a diverse range of possible applications, one example being the ability to machine as a back (tailstock) operation. This entire package comes with a very attractive price tag. Description of the insert The specially designed cutting angles (11° stock removal) and the special swarf breaking feature on both working edges make the VPGT Bimu insert an (…)

The demand for ever smaller components in industry is constantly rising. Yet micromachining follows its own laws. Tolerances must be very tight. This places high demands on the machining tools. An exact run-out and repeatability of the processes are the keys to success. The user can achieve this with the new Rego-Fix ER microsystem. This innovative tool clamping system offers the overall system very high run-out accuracy and optimum vibration dampening. A decisive effect The Rego-Fix ER (…)

According to a widespread profitability analysis for CNC machining, the value of tooling represents up to 3% of the total value (see chart). Yet, a simple change at this level may have consequences worth several dozen percentage points in profitability. For a better grasp of this phenomenon, we spoke to Didier Auderset, CEO of PX-Tools, located in La Chaux-de-Fonds, home of microtechnology (Switzerland). Calculable consequences To illustrate the example which is the title of this article, (…)

Titanium (Ti) is one of those metals which, by virtue of its properties, is all the rage in different sectors. Its numerous benefits are highly appreciated for parts in the aeronautics, medical or leisure sectors. However, machining this metal is tricky and often requires quite substantial machining times and expensive tooling. Extinguisher required Titanium is considered a metal with a high mechanical resistance and a good ductility in standard temperature conditions. Its specific (…)

PartMaker Inc., Fort Washington, PA (USA) will demonstrate its latest release, Version 9.2 of its PartMaker® CAD/CAM software for CNC Mills, Lathes, WireEDM, Turn-Mill Centers and Swiss-type lathes at mediSIAMS 2009 in Moutier (Switzerland). Major highlights of this newest version of PartMaker, Version 9.2, include a revamped and more productive user-interface, improved capabilities for programming directly on solid models and the ability to automatically generate descriptive and visual (…)