A digital open-loop vector drive lets a three-axis vertical-machining center run at top speed without fear of a spindle fault. The Personal CNC or PCNC from Tormach LLC in Waunakee, Wis. A digital ...

As a result of its governed high-speed performance the 601 Series is a valuable addition in any CNC magazine to accelerate productivity and reduce costs in today's fast-paced industrial landscape. AIR ...

Dr. Ralf Dupont, President of Levicron, has been involved in the development of non-contact bearing systems, for over a decade. AZoM Spoke to Ralf about Levicron's aerostatic tool spindles which can ...

The old saying “you get what you pay for” is a cautionary cliché, but is directly contrary to several other common sayings. In the case of [Spikee]’s planned CNC machine build, he took the more ...

For manufacturers, CNC machine tool spindles are critical to any drilling, milling, boring, grinding, routing, cutting, or sawing process. However, when these systems deteriorate and fail due to ...

HEIDENHAIN is a world-leading provider of encoders, machine controls, touch probes, digital readouts and metrology solutions—empowering engineer...READ MORE Bryan Machine Service’s VRT high-speed ...

Editor's Note: An updated version of this information can be found here. What exactly is computer-numerical-controlled (CNC) machining? It’s a means to make parts by removing material via high-speed, ...

For the benefit of our readers, what is the principle of Aerostatic bearings, and how do they compare to roller-element or oil hydrostatic bearings? There are two types of aerostatic bearings, inlet ...

Spanish machine tool supplier CMZ will be holding an online event later this month to launch a new range dual spindle CNC lathes that it says will set new performance benchmarks for machines of this ...

The unique structural characteristics of composite materials and cost-to-weight ratio make it a valuable commodity across a wide range of industries. Having the most versatile CNC machine may be the ...