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The Baffling Issue of Tool-Bending Moment If you’ve machined titanium, or Ti 6Al-4V more specifically, then you’ve likely had an “inexplicable” tool-bending moment problem that’s made you scratch your head. A tool-bending moment happens when side force is applied...

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Machining speeds are increased by using higher frequency while simultaneously using lower current to improve surface finishes. The advancements on the HFG Generator also provide improvements in machining speeds even when the ultimate surface finishes are not required. As shown below, a 2.0” (50mm)...

Machining speeds are increased by using higher frequency while simultaneously using lower current to improve surface finishes. The advancements on the HFG Generator also provide improvements in machining speeds even when the ultimate surface finishes are not required. As shown below, a 2.0” (50mm)...

To be competitive today, medical parts manufacturers must leverage the most advanced technology while keeping a pulse on maximizing long-term reliability, accuracy, and ROI. With many low-cost solutions available, it’s important to calculate a machine’s true ROI before making a purchase. While...

THE CHALLENGE MacKay Manufacturing is a high-mix, low-volume job shop in Spokane, Wash. The majority of the products it manufactures are medical and aerospace components made of steel. Years ago, as the economy slowed and competition ramped up, MacKay was determined to...

The V77 vertical machining center has been specifically designed to minimize thermal distortion for part precision and enhance higher quality finishes on die/mold output. 

The smaller of the VS Series (5-Axis) machines, the V80S will handle workpieces up to 59” X, 47.24” Y & 21.65” Z and up to 5,512 pounds.Configured with a 20,000 rpm, HSK-A63 spindle, the machine is targeted for high-speed semi-finishing and finishing of large die and mold parts.

The largest of the VS Series (5-Axis) machines, the V100S will handle workpieces up to 78.74” x 98.42” Y x 41.33” Z and up to 33,069 pounds. Configured with a 20,000 rpm, HSK-A63 spindle, the machine is targeted for high-speed semi-finishing and finishing of large die and mold parts.

The D2 is a large, seven-axis machine designed specifically for tackling high-speed semi and finish machining of large die/mold components with travels of 86.61" X, 90.56" Y and 43.3" Z. A 15,000 RPM, HSK-A100 incorporates a tilting (A) and rotating (B) axes for optimum positioning of...