Maximum machining performance

Open Mind Technologies will present the latest version of its hyperMILL CAD/CAM suite on Stand F20.

The key focus will be the hyperMILL MAXX Machining performance package. MAXX Machining incorporates novel strategies for roughing, finishing and drilling. Open Mind has also been instrumental in developing the next generation of conical barrel cutting tools for the five-axis tangent plane machining strategy within MAXX Machining. The conical barrel cutter has a large radius that enables correspondingly wide step-overs between tool paths.
In addition, Advanced Engineering will give the UK marketplace a first glance at some of the newly developed innovations launched at the recent AMB exhibition in Stuttgart. For instance, in the future, hyperMILL MAXX Machining will be available for 3D-optimised roughing, as well as for turning. Meanwhile, five-axis tangent machining is available for corner filleting, a function that is said to guarantee simple radius programming at surface boundaries.
For further information www.openmind-tech.com

Finishing first

On stand D50, PDJ Vibro says it will shine the spotlight on its range of new and refurbished bowls, barrels and high-energy centrifugal equipment, as well as its series of consumables and the company’s repair and subcontract finishing services. PDJ Vibro’s main, high-end vibratory bowl range has chamber sizes from 7.5 to 6000 litres. Alternatively, three competitively priced, entry-level models have process chamber capacities of 300, 150 and 75 litres. They are priced at about 25% less but are nevertheless built to a high specification.
For further information www.vibratoryfinishing.co.uk

Vericut 8.2

For those seeking out the latest advances in CNC machine simulation software, CGTech will be showcasing Vericut 8.2 on stand R45. Among the major upgrades are those relating to the user interface, force turning and additive manufacturing modules. A modernised user interface now uses a right-mouse-button ribbon to put favourite Vericut functions just a click away, and provide convenient access to external applications that programmers find useful. In addition, the configurable head-up display improves simulation monitoring and visibility by showing the NC program, or machining and cutting status information, overlaid on top of Vericut’s graphical views.
For further information www.cgtech.com

Tooling innovations from Guhring

Guhring will likely be promoting a number of recently introduced cutting tool lines on stand N13, including the company’s latest turning systems, which include the 104 and 106 series for grooving, boring, broaching and threading, and the 305 system, a three-fold interchangeable indexable insert for external and internal machining. From a milling perspective, Guhring will be keen to demonstrate its latest Ratio line of roughing end mills. With flat-crested geometry and an optimised roughing profile that is said to demonstrate 60% longer service life, the Ratio end mill has asymmetrical cutting flutes that reduce cutting pressure compared with smooth cutters.
For further information www.guhring.co.uk

Field of view video inspection

Vision Engineering will likely promote its TVM field of view (FOV) video measurement system on stand CM7. The non-contact TVM combines a small footprint with larger system performance and ease of use. Time-saving, instant FOV measurements and a moving stage allow larger components to be measured quickly and easily. The TVM series includes the TVM20 and TVM35, with FOV sizes of 20 and 35 mm respectively. Both systems are designed to meet rigorous quality assurance applications in sectors such as automotive, aerospace, medical and plastics manufacturing. Cylindrical, flat or square components can be measured instantly within the FOV at the click of a mouse.
For further information www.visioneng.com