Sensor-based clamping system

Roemheld (Hall 6, Stand 450) is showing for the first time in the UK a new modular, sensor-based system that digitalises zero-point clamping by enabling digital recording of its status. STARK.intelligence enables data on workpiece loading and unloading to be integrated directly into an automated manufacturing process. The system also provides information on the condition of the clamping equipment to facilitate its scheduled maintenance. Each fixture is equipped with its own sensor box to measure position, temperature and pressure in real time. A master unit receives data from several units and outputs the information to different devices via IO-Link. The device can be the machine tool’s control screen, computers in the QA department or the service engineer’s smartphone.

For further information
www.roemheld.co.uk

Raising money for charity

In addition to the cutting tool and work-holding innovations on show from Ceratizit UK & Ireland (Hall 18, Stand 210), the company is also raising funds for its two chosen charities: British Heart Foundation and Cancer Research UK. So far, the amount raised is in excess of £54,000. Ceratizit is hoping that this figure will get a significant boost at MACH 2022 with a Hope HB130 mountain bike, valued at over £6000, on offer. The winning entry will be chosen on 4 April live on the Ceratizit stand at 14:00 by World, Olympic, European and Commonwealth cycling champion Katie Archibald MBE. To be in with a chance of claiming this prize, which will be custom-fit to the winner, simply make a minimum donation of £10 at the link below.

For further information
www.bit.ly/3DciWUD

Virtual reality from Rhodes

Group Rhodes (Hall 6, Stand 616), a UK designer and manufacturer of metal-forming, composite and bespoke machinery, is showcasing a number of new innovations at MACH 2022 alongside group companies Rhodes Interform and Atkin Automation. Rhodes Interform is demonstrating its latest machine designs through virtual reality (VR), enabling visitors to experience the company’s new game engine architecture and take an interactive journey into the latest innovations in its metal-forming and composite portfolio. Group Rhodes recently introduced VR throughout its group companies, allowing customers to not only visualise project technology but also assess practical aspects of the installation, such as machine access, serviceability and equipment positioning.

For further information
www.grouprhodes.co.uk

Entry-level machine tools from Mazak

Among its extensive technology offering at the show, Yamazaki Mazak (Hall 20, Stand 350) is drawing attention to its entry-level portfolio of machine tools. The cost-effective technology on display includes the CV5-500 five-axis machining centre, the three-axis VCE series machining centre and the robust QTE range of turning centres. Mazak says that this diverse blend of technologies demonstrates how the machines’ levels of quality and productivity are suitable for newcomers to the industry, as well as seasoned experts – credit to the user-friendly Mazatrol Smooth CNC system.

For further information www.mazakeu.co.uk

New technology from Hainbuch

Hainbuch (Hall 20, Stand 447) says that the new Hainbuch System delivers efficient and flexible work holding. The Hainbuch System allows manufacturers to clamp 1000 different workpieces without the need for a multitude of solutions. Engineers now only need one basic clamping device, a chuck or stationary chuck that remains on the machine tool. Whether it is OD, ID, prismatic components, jaw, magnetic or clamping between centres, the Hainbuch System can provide a solution.

The workpiece determines the adaptation required and converts the customer’s basic clamping device for the particular application. This solution reduces set-up times substantially while increasing flexibility and making it possible to squeeze in fast turnaround jobs, whether it is turning, milling or grinding. In essence, the Hainbuch System is a new series of mandrels and adaptors that encompasses the complete range of Hainbuch products.

For further information www.hainbuch.com