Whilst oil mist separators do a great job of removing the coolant mist from the working area of CNC machine tools they often run at full capacity, regardless of the current requirements. This results in high consumption of both energy and coolants. Well known industrial air cleaning manufacturer Reven, now offers a solution to this problem with a new digital power controller, the XSC (X-Cyclone Speed Control). Sensor technology measures the machining environment of the machine tool whilst the intelligent control unit adjusts the suction power continuously via ventilation valves and an optional frequency converter with a micro computer and Read the full article…
Freddy, so much more than just a coolant vacuum.
Coolant management is an important part of efficient CNC machine tool operation, and it is generally well known that degraded coolant can result in premature machine tool wear, causing decreased performance. Vacuuming coolant from a sump using a Freddy provides multiple benefits; not only is coolant vacuumed up quickly at an impressive rate of 230 litres per minute, but any sludge and residue that has built up at the bottom of a machine sump is also removed. The sump can then be thoroughly cleaned if necessary. By doing this with a Freddy vacuum, it also removes the need to come Read the full article…
Freddy is Tramp Oils worst nightmare.
The Freddy Tramp Oil Separator has been designed to combat the problems associated with tramp oil contaminates in machine tool coolant systems. Tramp oil can cause a variety of problems including odour, smoke generation and unpleasant conditions for the operator, as well as affecting the finished product. It is also detrimental to coolant life and will quickly undermine all efforts to keep a clean workshop and maintain an optimum working environment. “The Tramp Oil Separator is easily manoeuvrable so it can be used throughout a factory, and it runs continuously so as not to interfere with production. The tramp oil Read the full article…
WTO Power Skiving unit for machining of ID/OD gears and splines.
Skiving is one of the oldest and most efficient methods for producing certain types of parts; specifically parts requiring close diameter tolerances or finishes such as ID/OD gears and splines.
Dimac’s Hydrafeed Barfeeder lifts productivity at Kennewell CNC Machining.
Kennewell CNC Machining, a contract machine shop in South Australia which specialises in small batches, manufactures everything from parts for agricultural machinery to high end motorsport and tattooing equipment. It is also heavily involved with the production of prototype parts to assist companies bring products to market. Established in 1995, the company has steadily grown and now has a total of twelve staff working over two shifts. Owner Brett Kennewell and Leading Hand Brett Klose recently invested in a servo-driven Hydrafeed Barfeeder from Dimac, in order to retrofit to an existing CNC lathe and replace the existing pneumatic unit that Read the full article…
Environmentally friendly Water Eater slashes coolant disposal costs.
For smaller manufacturing companies the cost and hassle of disposing coolant is an expensive exercise. Unlike larger companies they frequently lack the space, the capital or the technical personnel to utilise the exotic recycling or treatment capabilities. However, a piece of equipment known as the Water Eater provides an innovative and effective solution to the issue. Designed on the principal that only a tiny proportion of the waste product is actual coolant, the Water Eater uses evaporation to remove the water component from the coolant thereby drastically reducing the amount of waste product that needs to be disposed of. “Typically Read the full article…
A quality vise is the key to getting the greatest potential from your machine tool.
The old adage of ‘you get what you pay for’ is true for many things in life and applies equally to CNC workholding solutions and machine tool accessories. “A machine tool is only as good as the workholding capability that you are using. If you can’t hold a part rigidly or squarely, you will not be able to realise the full potential of your machine tool,” said Paul Fowler, Managing Director of Dimac. Dimac has over 30 years experience in CNC machine tool accessories and are agents for many highly respected brands such as Cooljet, Reven and Royal. The company Read the full article…
New CoolSpeed mini spindle offers high rotation speeds and perfect run-out values.
Dimac Tooling, Australia and New Zealand’s leading supplier of accessories and workholding solutions for CNC milling and CNC turning machine tools, is the agent for the range of WTO high precision static and driven toolholders for turning centres. For many years WTO has continued to set the benchmark for driven tool technology with its inventions. Their technological and superior products are known for achieving higher productivity and long tool life. WTO have now introduced a revolutionary new mini spindle, with rotation speeds up to a staggering 75,000rpm allowing the workpiece top surface to be machined and the unit to perform Read the full article…
Coolant Saver reduces coolant consumption, improves bottom line.
Dimac Tooling, Australia and New Zealand’s leading supplier of accessories and workholding solutions for CNC milling and CNC turning machine tools, is also the agent for the award-winning Wogaard Coolant Saver units. With today’s increasing manufacturing costs, all users of CNC machine tools are looking for ways to minimize ongoing running expenditure. One of the many fixed costs of these machines is coolant- an area where all operators are looking to extend usage and minimise wastage. Traditionally CNC machine operators have had to use a drain tap to remove any coolant from the swarf bin, using a drum to catch Read the full article…
New CoolJet ‘Eco’ Series increases both coolant and tool life.
Dimac Tooling, Australia and New Zealand’s leading supplier of accessories and workholding solutions for CNC milling and CNC turning machine tools, is introuducing a couple of new models to complement the existing range of CoolJet high pressure coolant systems. “Over recent years it has become acknowledged that the standard coolant pressure on most CNC machine tools is usually quite low and therefore lacks effectiveness. CoolJet solves this problem with a range of medium and high pressure units that provide significant productivity gains through a drastic cycle time reduction between 20 to 70% with increased speeds and feeds,” said Dimac Managing Read the full article…