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    Redex
    Redex-patented DualDrive system
    Michal Bednarek | Dreamstime
    Man operating CNC drilling and boring machine.
    EMAG LLC
    EMAG two-spindle ECM rifling machine.
    Phuchit | Dreamstime
    Abstract scene of 5-axis CNC machining center cutting the aerospace parts with solid ball end-mill tools.
    Dmitry Kalinovsky | Dreamstime
    Grinding metal on a CNC machine.

    Highlights

    Starrag Heckert
    2025-02 PI Starrag Heckert H100
    New Products

    Larger-Scale Compact Machining

    March 19, 2025
    The new Heckert H100 offers maximum precision and speed in a minimized space – but still is suitable for large and heavy parts.
    United Grinding
    United Grinding’s Walter Helitronic Power Series tool-grinding machines.
    Machining / Cutting

    United Grinding Acquires GF Machining Solutions

    Nov. 6, 2024
    A strategic reorganization of the Georg Fischer group has landed its precision CNC machine business in the wide portfolio of United Grinding.
    Comau
    The SmartReach Comau incorporates a linear X axis, reinforced rotary axes with double encoders, and other specifically designed features in order to achieve “high-end CNC level performance.”
    Machining / Cutting

    5-Axis Machining for Large Parts

    Oct. 16, 2024
    A combination of flexibility, stiffness, and accuracy supports one-setup machining of automotive structures, including megacastings, with a high-speed spindle able to reach compound...
    Siemens Xcelerator
    Scalable digital twin offerings from DMG Mori allow customers to determine individually the scope of a required simulation, and purchase the corresponding packages.
    Automation and Robotics

    Expanding the Digital Machining Ecosystem

    Oct. 9, 2024
    CNC developer and its partners add more scalable offerings for tool condition monitoring and end-to-end digital twinning.
    FANUC America
    The α-D28LiB5ADV Plus Y500 vertical machining center features a larger table, shorter drilling, and tapping cycles as well as more tools coupled with faster tool changes.
    New Products

    A New Era in Vertical Machining

    Sept. 26, 2024
    The new RoboDrill α-D28LiB5ADV Plus Y500 is designed for a range of machining tasks, notably for large workpieces, in the space-saving footprint.

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    Managing Machine Shop Maintenance

    May 19, 2021
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    Mazak HQR 200/3 NEO.
    The Mazak HQR 200/3 NEO (shown) and the HQR 250/3 NEO have two spindles and three turrets, for Done In One part processing and high-volume throughput in single set-ups.
    New Products

    Multi-Tasking Turning with New Control Technology

    Aug. 28, 2024
    Two additions to Mazak’s NEO Series incorporate control functions that gives a clear display of the machines’ three turrets, to simplify programming and operation and ensure process...
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    A CNC lathe machine cutting the thread at the metal parts.
    Machining / Cutting

    Machine Tool Orders Remain Weak

    Aug. 23, 2024
    German manufacturers reported demand for new machines have declined across all market segments, reaching the lowest level since Q4 2020.
    Kent USA
    The Kent USA KTM-3VSF CNC w/ MillPwr knee mill has a 3-HP variable speed head and a spindle capable of 60-550-4500 RPM.
    Machining / Cutting

    Safety-Enhanced CNC Knee Mills

    Aug. 15, 2024
    Designed with advanced safety and operating features that enhance functional efficiency and precision while improving and ensuring safety for operators of all skill levels.
    EMAG GmbH
    VTLs at MR Components
    Automation and Robotics

    Vertical Turning is Growing, Gaining Flexibility

    Aug. 14, 2024
    A mid-sized shop is producing up to 80,000 differential and planetary gears per month thanks to clever selection of machinery and robotics, with quality control in place to ensure...