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Lantek CADCAM for smooth coffee making

Birmingham company Fracino has been making coffee machines since 1963 and, with the help of Lantek’s sheet metal CADCAM software, has implemented the latest laser cutting technology.

Published by: Maria Hadlow – Tue 21 May 2013 | More ›
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MAS barometer reveals confidence is high

According to the latest MAS (Manufacturing Advisory Service) barometer, English SME's confidence is at a twelve month high. Nearly two thirds (64%) of companies questioned are expecting to increase sales over the next six months.

Published by: Maria Hadlow – Tue 21 May 2013 | More ›
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Katso bandsaw cuts aluminium blocks horizontally

German sawing machine manufacturer, Kasto, has developed a new, horizontal bandsawing machine for cutting cast aluminium blocks into plate.

Published by: Maria Hadlow – Tue 21 May 2013 | More ›
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EPMA launches a European Additive Manufacturing Group

The EPMA (European Powder Metallurgy Association) has launched a new group focusing on additive manufacturing within the European powder metallurgy industry. The group has been created to assist and support the future use of additive manufacturing (AM) with metal powders in a new and growing industry sector, as many of its leading companies are based in Europe.

Published by: Maria Hadlow – Tue 21 May 2013 | More ›

In Depth

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Hexagon Metrology releases Leica Absolute Tracker AT402

The new generation of Hexagon Metrology’s 3D laser tracker is as easy to use as never before.

Published by: Maria Hadlow – Mon 20 May 2013 | Read the full article ›
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Sandvik Coromant introduces the high precision hydraulic chuck, CoroChuck™ 930

March 1st saw the launch of CoroChuck 930. This high precision hydraulic chuck from Sandvik Coromant brings a secure tooling performance to milling and drilling operations. Perfect for meeting the demands for high run out precision, extensive tests have shown this new hydraulic chuck provides the best pull-out security available.

Published by: Maria Hadlow – Wed 08 May 2013 | Read the full article ›
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Delcam to show latest in feature-based programming at Advanced Manufacturing Show

Delcam will demonstrate the latest version of its FeatureCAM feature-based CAM software at the Advanced Manufacturing Show. The new release incorporates a number of new stock model options that allow users to increase productivity, improve surface finish and reduce tool wear.

Published by: Maria Hadlow – Wed 08 May 2013 | Read the full article ›
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Swiss rotary tables give 4th/5th axis for XYZ

Any vertical machining centre in the range offered by XYZ Machine Tools can now feature 4th and 5th axis machining utilising the high precision of the Swiss manufactured Lehmann rotary tables.

Published by: Maria Hadlow – Wed 24 Apr 2013 | Read the full article ›
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Versatile gauging takes a step up

The new Equator 300 Extended Height system adds greater flexibility for larger fixtures, larger parts and automated loading.

Published by: Maria Hadlow – Mon 15 Apr 2013 | Read the full article ›

Editor’s View

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Power Play

The May issue of MWP advanced manufacturing has some really great features - together with the special feature on manufacturing for the oil and gas industry we have a detailed preview of the up-coming Advanced Manufacturing show, which will be held 4 - 6 June at the NEC Birmigham.

 

Published by: Maria Hadlow – Mon 20 May 2013 | More ›