product news Index WILL DEMONSTRATE MODULAR 8-SPINDLE AUTOMATIC CNC MACHINE AT PMTS 2015

Index will demonstrate its MS22C-8, a Each of the eight spindles, modular eight-spindle automatic CNC arranged in the Index spindle turning machine, producing brass con- drum, are assigned two cross- nector parts at PMTS 2015, Booth 400. slides which can travel on the The MS22-8 is designed for fast parts X-axis as well as the Z-axis. capability. Each cross-slide can be addi- The Index MS22C-8 has many appli- tionally equipped with a Y-axis. cations, from automotive to medical The speed of each of the eight technology. It can be bar-fed or loaded liquid-cooled spindles can be with chucked parts. controlled separately. The flu- The machine can be configured to id-cooled spindle drum keeps operate as an 8-spindle machine, a dou- the thermal growth in the spin- ble 4-spindle machine, dropping two dle carrier to a minimum. The complete parts at a time or a machine advantage compared to the pre- with double rear-end machining. The vious air-cooling approach is the higher ing two drum indexing cycles, up to six MS22C-8 in double 4-spindle mode power density in the spindle drum and tools can be used for this simultaneously runs as two machines working with one the capability of energy recovery from with the other spindles. another simultaneously on a single base. the heated cooling fluid. In addition, The advantage of hydrostatic sliding Every second tool station always has the spindle bearing temperature can be guide in the feed axis (Z) is their damping simultaneous access to the same tools. kept at a low level, which also prolongs characteristic that prevents the transfer of The MS22C-8 can accomplish turn- its service life and improves thermal sta- the machining vibrations to the adjacent ing, off-center and thread cut- bility. slide via the headstock. This helps to mit- ting, inclined and cross-drilling, mill- The cross slides with integrated drive igate vibration and rattling while work- ing, multi-edge turning, , tooth have a low-mass design with hydrostat- pieces are being machined — even when , deep-hole drilling or slotting. ic bearing support. Their low moment the most diverse machining processes Another benefit for the user is that all of inertia and resulting high dynamics are being performed concurrently by the standard tool holders and tool holder facilitates acceleration in operation. eight spindles. system interfaces can be used with a When operated as an 8-spindle For example, one spindle can be used range of adapters (Capto, HSK, VDI, machine, the drum indexing angle from for heavy-duty roughing while high-pre- INDEX systems). spindle to spindle is 45°; if the machine cision finishing takes place on another operates with two times four spindle without sacrificing surface qual- spindles, the drum indexing ity. In addition, the hydrostatic bearing is angle is 90°. wear-free — there is neither friction nor In double rear-end a stick-slip effect. machining, there are six The swiveling synchronous spindles spindle positions avail- are locked into the end positions by able for front machin- three-part Hirth couplings. The high ing the workpiece and two level of stiffness that this achieves also spindle positions for rear guarantees that even with bar diameters end machining, and they all up to 24 mm, rear-end machining opera- work simultaneously. With tions with very high cutting volumes and this approach, it is possible simultaneously high machining preci- to machine the rear end of a sion can be performed. workpiece during two drum The Hirth coupling also means it is indexing cycles. no longer necessary to electronical- After front machining, ly compensate at the end position. The for which six spindle posi- mechanical lock ensures optimal stiff- tions are available, work- ness and increases the positioning accu- pieces are picked up by two racy. This allows even highly complex rear machining units and components to be produced that require machined simultaneously on complex cut-off side machining. The the rear end. Because rear- swivel movement to the rear-end posi- end machining is done dur- tion occurs in less than 0.3 seconds.

[www.geartechnology.com] 10 GEAR TECHNOLOGY | March/April 2015 The advantage of the front-opening has been applied to Index multi-spindle of parts from the machine, including design for the operator is the accessibility machines for almost 15 years. measuring operations for the workpiec- during setup and tooling. Moreover, there Discharging workpieces damage-free es if needed. Workpiece data can be fed is the free chip flow down into the chip from the work area and placed on pal- back directly to the machine control so discharge chute. To save space, the Index lets in the right position for later treat- it can automatically correct its machin- engineers placed the control cabinet “on ment, the MS22C-8 can include optional ing parameters. the machine.” This principle of integrating handling solutions: machine- integrated For more information: the control cabinet into the machine roof handling with external stacking unit that Index Corporation ensures both destruction-free removal Phone: (317) 770-6300 www.indextraub.com Northfield Precision Instrument INTRODUCES EXPANDED

Northfield Precision Instrument Corporation, a designer and manufac- turer of precision workholding chucks, recently introduced its newest expanding collet chuck. This chuck was custom-designed for a customer to clamp the minor diameter of an internal spline. While clamped, the customer machines the internal counter bore, the outside profile, and the face of the workpiece. The chuck also includes air detect sensor holes, and provides positive air blowout to keep chips and slurry away from clamping and locating The quality and precision of our surfaces. Broaches, Cutters and Gears have won customers world-wide - Northfield Precision Instrument from the smallest gear shop to designs and manufactures air chucks NASA and the Mars Rover. for any , boring machine, grinder or VMC. Models include through-hole, high-speed and quick-change. Chucks are available in SAE or metric, in sizes from 76 mm to 457 mm. For more information: Northfield Precision Instrument Corporation, Phone: (516) 431-1112 www.northfield.com • Broach & Shaper Cutter manufacturing & repair • Gear & Spline— prototype to production • Master Gears & Gages • Small & fine pitch Precision. Performance. Perfection. The First time and every time.

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March/April 2015 | GEAR TECHNOLOGY 11 product news Dillon The Perfect NOW OFFERS 1018 STEEL Geared Assembly JAWS FROM 1½ TO 10 INCHES TALL for your Medical, Laboratory, Instrument, Robotics, Semi- DMI Series H extra-high chuck jaws Conductor, Automation or from Dillon Manufacturing provide other Precision application extended jaw lengths with heights avail- able to 10-inches tall. The longer lengths Custom Solutions can provide greater workpiece stability, Fully integrated, turnkey plus multiple uses of the blank before solutions including it is consumed. The extra length also manufacturing, engineering, assembly, testing and allows the to avoid additional custom time and costs associated with the weld- machining ing and bracing needed to lengthen a standard height top jaw. Manufactured from 1018 steel, 4140 steel or 6061 aluminum, these extra high Dillon uses optical checking to check jaws are available in all standard chuck for more than just simple dimensions. mounting styles. DMI Series H, extra Length and width measurements, for high jaws are ideal for precision boring, example, can be obtained from two tapping, drilling and finishing. separate measurements by using a With production capabilities to pro- micrometer. These superficial measure- duce large runs of jaws with the same ments, however, might not reveal burrs, Stock speed and accuracy as small runs, Dillon scratches, indentations or undesirable Solutions is qualified to handle any jaw manufac- machined characteristics of a part. Such Choose from over 31,000 turing request. Their applications depart- imperfections are detected on the DMI standard components, including bearings, belts, ment works with customers to modify comparator. couplings, fasteners, gears, jaws from an extensive catalog of exist- For more information: gearboxes, linear ing designs, or manufacture custom jaws Dillon Manufacturing, Inc. motion, racks, from supplied customer specs/drawings. Phone: (800) 428-1133 sprockets, www.dillonmfg.com worms and more Drake DELIVERS DRUM GRINDER FOR THE TAPERED ROLLER BEARING INDUSTRY

Drake Manufacturing Services Co., LLC wheel tangent to the radius sur- recently delivered a “drum” or “crown” face of the roll. grinder to an Asian manufacturer of “It was rewarding to see tapered roller bearings. The drum is a another customer’s eyes light up WWW.NORDEX.COM threaded steel drive roll used in a cen- when cycle times on four differ- terless grinder to move the tapered ent drums ground during run- rollers across the face of the grinding off at Drake were reduced from wheel. The rollers start on one end as 4 hours to just 30 minutes,” said rough blanks and emerge on the other as Stig Mowatt-Larssen, Drake’s round rollers. The drums wear over time director of research and development. so the Drake grinder not only grinds “Our machine design and hydrostatic threads on new drive rolls, but also re- spindle combination make aggressive grinds the threads after they are worn. grinding possible — even of hardened This 8-axis precision CNC drum/roll D2.” 426 Federal Road Brookfield, CT 06804 grinder is also called a crown grind- Drake’s crown grinder is used by Phone (800) 243-0986 or er because the outside diameter of the tapered roller bearing manufacturers in (203) 775-4877 Fax: (203) 775-6552 drive roll is actually shaped like a barrel. the USA and Asia to regrind drums/rolls [email protected] The B-axis of the Drake machine pivots used in their manufacturing process. during the grind to keep the grinding The part holding will accommo- Quality Solutions Since 1960 date most drive, feed, support and back-

[www.geartechnology.com] 12 GEAR TECHNOLOGY | March/April 2015 Mitsui Seiki LAUNCHES NEW VERTEX 55X II VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER

Mitsui Seiki recently evolved its “Vertex 25,000 rpm choices. Customers can now 550-5X” line of machines with new take advantage of the machine’s accel- features and capabilities, and a broad- eration and deceleration characteristics er range of options and configurations and high-speed machining functions. within the series. The new model series, An HSK-80 taper spindle connection comprising six distinct models, is now (for those requiring more heavy-duty called Vertex 55X II. Linear axes (X, Y, machining) is available as an option to Z) strokes are 550 mm (21.7") × 600 mm (23.6") × 500 mm (19.7"). “One of the key new features is an enhanced ultra-high accuracy package,” said Tom Dolan, vice president of sales and marketing. “This option enhances Mitsui Seiki’s existing, well-established construction techniques for accuracy and precision. As such, the Vertex line of machines are very well suited for tight- tolerance mold and die work, aerospace, energy, and other high precision compo- nent applications. Users can gain signifi- Products for the cant production improvements eliminat- ing the traditional machine ‘warm up’ Aircraft time for very demanding precision jobs.” Mitsui Seiki now offers a new Manufacturing 30,000 rpm spindle with the Vertex 55X II, in addition to the 15,000 and Industry

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March/April 2015 | GEAR TECHNOLOGY 13 product news complement the existing HSK-63 and ed to turbine blade production. High- ble machine structure. As will all Mitsui 40-taper tool interfaces. performance coolant and chip handling Seiki machines, guide way mounting The Vertex 55X II line includes several systems are available to suit customer surfaces are hand-scraped, achieving configurations in the range, based on needs. Automation devices and systems high volumetric accuracies. table sizes and types from 225 mm (9") may also be integrated for on-machine For more information: to 400 mm (15.7") diameter. A choice of inspection and work handling to further Mistui Seiki USA, Inc. rotary axis drive systems — high-torque reduce setup time, and improve overall Phone: (201) 337-1300 www.mitsuiseiki.com geared type or direct drive — allows for quality throughput. the optimum machine configuration to The Vertex 55X II geometric accura- suit the customer needs. cy is monitored in a temperature-con- Additionally, the new Vertex is avail- trolled factory. The machine features a Oelheld able in the “B”-series version. This is proprietary cast iron bed, which pro- CLAIMS DIAMILL HEF 100 a high-speed 5-axis VMC dedicat- vides an ultra-rigid and thermally sta- IS ‘IDEAL ALTERNATIVE TO WATER SOLUBLE COOLING LUBRICANTS’ Seamless rolled Rings · 4”-144”OD CARBON • ALLOY • STAINLESS DiaMill HEF 1100 is a high-perfor- mance product based on hydrocrack oils. It has nearly no odor, has high shearing stability, is resistant to aging and is physiologically safe (no aromatic content). DiaMill HEF 1100 does not contain chlorine or any heavy metals. High-performance additives, in com- bination with interfacial active substanc- STILL WAITING ON es, allow for high cutting speeds and quality surface YOUR DELIVERY? finish. Tool life is increased while At McInnes Rolled Rings, we take pride in the high level of speed the formation of and service provided to each of our customers, large or small. a built-up cutting edge is prevented. When you need it now, trust McInnes. DiaMill’s low tendency towards vaporization and misting results in a high level of safe- 6 ty during use and ORDERS SHIPPING days 8 also results in high days profitability. This IN AS FEW AS product is not aggressive towards varnishes and elasto- 10 mers. DiaMill HEF 1100 has a high flash 5 days! days point, greater than 302°F (150°C), even Why wait... with its low viscosity. 20 DiaMill HEF 1100 is an ideal alterna- days 12 tive to water soluble cooling lubricants days for turning, milling, drilling, hobbing, 18 and cutting operations in modern CNC- days 14 16 days controlled machining centers. DiaMill days HEF 1100 is especially designed for use TYPIC ES with high alloyed steel, cast iron, or non- AL MARKET LEAD TIM ferrous metals. For more information: www.McInnesRolledRings.com Oelheld U.S., Inc. Phone: (847) 531-8501 ext. 206 1.800.569.1420 www.oelheld-us.com

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Now available from German Machine Tools of America (GMTA), the Präwema SynchroFine 205 HS gear honing machine features direct-driv- en, digitally controlled spindles for the tool and the workpiece, enabling precise, rigid synchronization. The Präwema Honing gear finishing pro- cess produces quality comparable to grinding results for spur and helical gears, as well as shafts. The machine’s software checks the stock allowance and workpiece runout and then optimizes the X-axis approach distance.

Measuring the workpiece does not affect the cycle time and the process can reduce cycle times by 3 to 5 seconds. ExcEl-lEncE aT work The machine features a pick-up design to enable automation. The workpieces and dressing tools are loaded and unload- ed by the workpiece spindle. The large GEAR X-axis travel enables placement of addi- tional stations adjacent to the loading/ GRINDING? unloading station inside the machine, LARGE such as a two-flank roll-checking device. External robots and conveyor systems can also be integrated by GMTA engi- WE’RE FASTER! neering. The honing machine is constructed on a natural granite bed to promote stabil- ity and control thermal fluctuations. The X and Z axes are equipped with linear Time is money. With our motor drives. The cutting tool is clamped new high speed, high accuracy with a hydraulically operated system and continuous generating grinding the tool spindle can be swiveled into a capability using multi-thread vertical position, enabling easy access. wheels, we’re grinding gears as Additional options are available for large as 1200 mm in diameter machining oversized drive shafts as long and module 12 much faster as 850 mm and the Präwema SynchroFine and more efficiently than form 205 HS-D model, equipped with two grinding. spindles, is offered for further reduction of cycle times. We’re more flexible too, with For more information: the same new platform offering German Machine Tools of America rough and finish profile grinding Phone: (734) 973-7800 www.gmtamerica.com and on-board dressing and inspection.

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[www.geartechnology.com] 16 GEAR TECHNOLOGY | March/April 2015 GWJ Technology LAUNCHES NEW VERSION OF SYSTEM CALCULATION FOR GEARBOXES

GWJ Technology GmbH recently line corrections such as lead crowning, whole series of additional innovations launched a new version of its system cal- end relief or helix angle corrections in are also featured in this new version. culation for gearboxes. SystemManager the calculation of the load distribution For more information: enables the user to determine com- along the facewidth. Different modifica- GWJ Technology GmbH plete systems and is a system add-on to tions for the respective gear mesh can Phone: +49 (0) 531 · 129 399-0 www.gwj.de GWJ´s software applications eAssistant be easily checked and graphically dis- and TBK2014. played. It makes it SystemManager supports axially par- very easy to find an allel shaft systems for multistage cylin- optimal correction. drical gears with or without power split The new version transmission, manual gearboxes, plan- includes bevel gear etary gear trains as well as perpendicular stages with shaft transmission systems. angle unequal 90°. The progress of the nominal tooth In addition, new force along the facewidth has already force elements for been calculated and displayed graphical- worms and worm ly for single tooth meshes of gear pairs wheels were added within the system. This load distribu- and the new cal- tion along the facewidth will be con- culation mod- sidered in the calculation of the load ule for worms capacity by means of the face coefficient was connected to Khß. It is possible now to consider flank SystemManager. A

March/April 2015 | GEAR TECHNOLOGY 17 product news

Mahr Federal ADDS SELECTABLE RESOLUTION TO MARCATOR 1086 & 1087 DIGITAL INDICATORS

Mahr Federal recently added a selectable Using the select- resolution option to MarCator 1086 and able resolution option 1087 digital indicators. These digital indi- with Ri indicators cators provide easier operation, a large provides a way of cre- display and a built-in wireless system for ating a wireless data simple transmission of measurements. collection package. The new resolution option offers With an i-stick USB five different resolutions, ranging from receiver and MarCom 0.00002" to 0.0005" (0.0005 - 0.01 mm). software, users can MarCator digital indicators with the record data from selectable option include the 1086 R with work pieces that have large display, the 1086 WR large display/ varying tolerances. Wetproof IP 54, and the 1087 R and BR Integrated wireless with analog/digital display and dynam- digital indicators are the most economi- and scroll over to the “resolution dis- ics. These indicators are also available cal way to update an existing bench or play,” which is typically defaulted to in the Ri integrated wireless version. hand gage for data collection. It involves 0.0001" (0.002 mm). From there, users Additionally, the MarCator 1086 and no change in the operator’s way of mea- can use the up arrow option to choose 1087 digital indicator line is available suring parts, but allows those measure- the appropriate resolution to accommo- with 8 mm (3/8") mounting stems and ments to be documented and used for date varying gaging applications. a full range of backs for mounting into process and quality decisions. For more information: existing gages. To switch the indicator’s resolution, Mahr Federal Inc. enter the main menu of the indicator Phone: (401) 784-3100 www.mahr.com

[www.geartechnology.com] 18 GEAR TECHNOLOGY | March/April 2015 Sunnen INTRODUCES SSH-1680 HONING SYSTEM

Sunnen’s new SSH-1680 honing system sure. Standard equipment includes a uni- features zero shutoff for automatic cycle versal honing fixture, parts tray, spindle control and consistent bore size, fin- runout indicator, side splash guards, and ish and geometry with minimal opera- detachable 25-gallon (96-litre) coolant tor attention. Rough-and-finish honing cart, which is mounted on casters for capability eliminates preliminary ream- easy filling and maintenance. ing, boring and grinding operations to For more information: help lower per-part costs. Sunnen The SSH-1680 makes quick work of Phone: (314) 781-2100 www.sunnen.com parts with keyways, splines and blind bores. An adjustable spindle allows the operator to eliminate mandrel runout, making it easier to achieve precision bore geometry. Multiple land and tan- CHALLENGE: Finding optimal tooling for dem bores are bridged with Sunnen’s long particularly challenging stones, maintaining alignment and consis- applications tent size without camber or washout. “This machine is designed for small shops looking for a cost-effective way to streamline processes and increase the consistency of bore sizing operations,” said Phil Hanna, product manager of machines/gages. “It is a ‘hone-of-all- trades’ and delivers a high ROI through increased productivity and part quality.” The SSH-1680 provides fast, clean cuts in a wide variety of materials, and han- dles part lengths up to 250 mm with bore diameters from 3-60 mm. “Diameters 40 mm and smaller are a particular ‘sweet spot’ for this machine, when compared to ID grinders,” Hanna SOLUTION: SECO CUSTOM TOOLS • Our team puts limitless said. expertise at your disposal A rigid cast iron machine base provides • Engineers study your application to fully understand strength for handling heavy parts and iso- your needs lates moving components to eliminate • Receive a solution tailored vibration problems. The machine’s design to your specifi c component, whether an adapted standard enables rapid stroking for shorter cycle or wholly new tool times. Incrementally adjustable stroke rate • Extensive experience across (80-310 SPM) and spindle speed (250- all industry segments 2500 RPM) deliver fast stock removal rates. The spindle and stroker are both powered by variable frequency drives, UNIQUE SOLUTIONS eliminating drive belt changes and allow- ing dial-adjustment of speeds via the con- FOR YOUR UNIQUE venient swiveling control panel. The SSH-1680 accepts all standard APPLICATIONS Sunnen tooling, including K, P20 and P28 . A universal honing fixture is standard, with a variety of workhold- SECOTOOLS.COM/US ing options available to securely fixture odd shapes and thin walled parts without distortion. SCAN TO LEARN MORE ABOUT All electrical components are housed SECO CUSTOM TOOLS! in an interlocked, side-mounted enclo-

March/April 2015 | GEAR TECHNOLOGY 19 product news Reishauer NOW OFFERS IN-HOUSE PRODUCED CLAMPING FIXTURES

Reishauer recently introduced a new generation of grinding machines that produce at cycle times below 10 seconds for auto- motive planetary gears. Because of this, clamping times had to be reduced to match the machine capability. Additionally, change- over accuracies of less than 0.003 mm deviation have to be held over long-term production cycles. In order to maintain such low cycle times, Reishauer began to manufacture its own clamping fix- tures in 2010. Reishauer uses resistant steel that reduces the wear in the clamping area, increases the service life of the clamping fixture

and, as a consequence, lowers the costs per workpiece. Now is Correct wall thickness, clamping pres- sure and piston diameter have a funda- the Time! mental influence on the clamping pro- BRING YOUR HEAT TREATING IN-HOUSE! cess. These factors have to be analyzed and correctly matched to the specific gear part to be ground. With the in-house fixture production, Reishauer now offers customers a single point of contact for all issues relating to the gear grinding process. Close coop- eration between the different specialist departments ensures that the require- ments of the , the tooling and clamping fixture are coordinated correctly. Low Pressure Vacuum Carburizing • Neutral Hardening • Oil Quenching Reishauer engineers establish the clamping clearance between the work- 20 bar High Pressure Gas Quenching • Carbonitriding • Annealing piece and the clamping tool diameter to suit the requirements of specific grinding tasks, be it for automatic loading in high volume production or for manual load- ing of smaller batch sizes. The choice of clamping system depends on manufac- turing volume and desired flexibility. The DH30 one-piece design, for ECM Technologies’ ICBP® FLEX example, is the most rigid option as it systems can offer: is fixed directly on the C-axis workpiece No Flames spindle. The modular system DH16 for medium-sized batches provides more Precise Quality Control flexibility combined with a robust Automated design. This type of self-centering Loading/Unloading clamping fixture is mounted on a base unit, which in turn, is bolted directly on 35ft x 30ft Floorspace the workpiece spindle drive. Just in Time Heat Treating In the case of very small lot sizes, short set-up times are important. For this purpose, the quick-change system DH19 is best suited. GLOBAL MANUFACTURER OF INDUSTRIAL FURNACES For more information: Reishauer AG 8920 58th Place, Ste 100 Kenosha, WI 53144-7822 T. 262.605.4810 WWW.ECM-USA.COM Phone: +41 44 832 22 11 www.reishauer.com

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