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German CNC lathe builder has redesigned its mill-turn centres that are over twice as rigid as earlier models, allowing an increased depth of cut to be taken to maximise metal removal rate
Index Werke, Germany, said that the higher the resonant frequency (RF) of a machine tool’s structure, the greater is its inherent stiffness and the [...]

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NewswireToday - /newswire/ - Warrenville, IL, United States, 02/11/2008 - Ellison Technologies is a provider of advanced machining solutions to North American metal-cutting manufacturers and their global affiliates.

By contributing with technological solutions that strengthen their customers’ ability to compete locally and globally, Ellison Technologies is committed to the survival and progress of American Manufacturing. The [...]

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High-pressure, hydraulically balanced, coolant pumps for machine tools reduce maintenance costs because there are no packings, cups, or seals, said the manufacturer
High-pressure MP-B series coolant pumps use a Hydra-Cell diaphragm pump. This patented, hydraulically balanced design reduces maintenance costs because there are no packings, cups, or seals. This rugged, fixed or variable volume pump is [...]

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CNC multi-spindle automatic lathes have been regarded by many machine shops as too expensive.
Now, Index in Germany said that the cost of such machines is constantly reducing. It is now possible to buy a six-spindle CNC automatic (multi) for around twice the cost of a high-end sliding-head lathe, said Richard Kingsbury, managing director of the [...]

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Vertical Machining CNC Center Cuts Tough Products
Rugged vertical machining centre with an 18kW high-torque spindle and through-tool coolant delivery enables a UK subcontractor to efficiently cut SS and Duplex, as well as other tough alloys
The purchase of a new Hurco VMX64 vertical machining centre (VMC) has enabled Pharma Tooling to more than double its maximum [...]

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