INTERNATIONAL NEWS

Chester releases Style range

Chester Machine Tools used MACH to announce its exclusive UK distributorship for Netherlands-based Style Machine Tools.

Since 1991, Style has been making CNC machining centres, all of which feature the company’s proprietary control system, which although featuring extensive functions for experienced operators, is also said to be accessible to apprentices.
Highlights of the control system, which features a 19” touch screen, include 3D simulation programs and contouring capabilities, along with the ability to import DXF files directly. The control can also read, process and implement ISO G codes. On the stand, Chester unveiled
and demonstrated the Style 510 series CNC machining centre.
For further information www.chestermachinetools.com

CAM solution boosts turning operations

CADCAM developer Open Mind presented Virtual Machining, a key component of the company’s HyperMill Maxx Performance machining system that is said to reduce cycle times by up to 90%.

The new package includes the RollFeed turning system from tool manufacturer Vandurit. According to Open Mind, RollFeed generates flawless workpiece contours in no time at all. As a three-axis machining strategy, RollFeed turning makes it possible for the entire contour of the cutting edge to ‘roll-off’ rotationally symmetric surfaces of any shape.
For further information www.openmind-tech.com

Ecological sawing

Kasto introduced what it describes as a high-performance, economically priced bandsaw to leverage the benefits of either tungsten-carbide tipped (TCT) or bi-metal blades.

At MACH, visitors were able to see that the KastoWin Pro AC 5.6 offers short cutting times, long blade life and intuitive operation. Compared with standard KastoWin machines, the bandsaw can increase production efficiency by between 50 and 100%, more in some instances, depending on the type of blade and material being cut. The maximum size of stock that can be cut is 560 mm and
the smallest dimension is 25 x 25 mm.
For further information www.kasto.com

Setting new records

Workholding specialist Hainbuch reports a strong first quarter performance that is set to continue after an outstanding MACH 2018.

Recording its best first four-month period ever, the show yielded a lead generation rate more than double that achieved during the previous event. Managing director Nick Peter says: “The Hainbuch team has already qualified the leads and we have to either visit or quote upwards of 100 businesses.
Of these, at least 60% are new names to Hainbuch. We have a quote to order ratio of 70-80%, so we‘ll be expecting to generate a lot of new business.”
For further information www.hainbuch.com

Prioritising productivity

Yamazaki Mazak showcased 13 productivity-enhancing solutions from its portfolio of machine tools and laser profiling centres.

The company also used MACH to highlight its suite of Industry 4.0 solutions. For instance, Mazak’s iSmart Factory works in partnership with Mazak’s Smooth CNC Technology to improve OEE and facilitate data-driven manufacturing via connection of the factory and office networks. Machines on display included the UK-built VTC-800/30SR vertical travelling column machining centre, and the HCR-5000S five-axis horizontal machining centre.
For further information www.mazakeu.co.uk