MICROmanufacturing

 

Helicheck measuring machine

The Helicheck measuring machine from Walter, Fredericksburg, Va., measures parts down to 0.1 mm (0.004”) in diameter. View µTube video.

Slater

New tool grinder for microtools

The Helitronic Micro grinder from Walter, Fredericksburg, Va., extends the product range for the production and regrinding of the smallest tool diameters, according to Walter's company Web site. View µTube video.

Slater

Rotary broaching tool holders

Slater Tools Inc. is expanding its product line of Swiss Type Adjustment Free Rotary Broaching Tool Holders. Swiss type tools are important in manufacturing, primarily in the aerospace and medical industries, making orthopedic bone screws and small fastener products. View µTube video.

Slater

MicroEDM milling

Graham Ruck, sales/applications manager for Leer Technologies Inc., reviews the newest features of the SARIX-200 3-D Multi-Axis MicroEDM Milling machine. View µTube video.

Highspinner

The new HiSpinner HTS1500 air motor from Lyndex-Nikken Inc. has a top speed of 150,000 rpm and is designed for cutters with diameters less than 1mm. View µTube video.

Microlution 363-S

Microlution Inc. Vice President Andrew Honegger demonstrates the new features of its micromilling machine, the Microlution 363-S. The machine reportedly provides 2 µm positioning accuracy, 50 nm resolution and 200 nm repeatability throughout its 63mm travel in the X, Y and Z axes. View µTube video.

Eoplex

Gutenburg would be amazed by HVPF, the High Volume Print Forming process developed by EoPlex Technologies. Parts are designed in layers, and modified screen printers are used to deposit special “inks” carrying ceramic, metallic or polymer materials to millions of locations. View slideshow.

Micro Awareness

Microlution President Andy Phillip would like to spread the word about the capabilities of micromanufacturing companies like his own. Watch this three-part µTube video report.

Validating Micro

Delve into the challenges presented by metrology in the microworld with this special online report. Plus, watch a brief overview of some of the micromanufacturing machines available. View two-part µTube video report.

SmalTec

SmalTec International General Manager Jerry Mraz discusses the expansion of the Lisle, Ill., company and the benefits and features of its new micromachine, the GM703. View µTube video report.

Atometric

The new 5-axis micromachining center from Atometric Inc. generated some welcome excitement at shows like the recent Medical Design & Manufacturing event in Minneapolis, Minn. Learn more about the company and its new machine in this special MICROmanufacturing report. View µTube video report.