Techno as introduced a Tabletop CNC Router line.

These machines have ball screws on all three axes to ensure minimal maintenance and machine longevity.

To complement the new line’s special design, Techno has also equipped the machines with closed-loop servo motors and drives.

The quality components Techno uses create a standard of optimal performance, speed and accuracy in each and every one of your routing applications.

The Tabletop line of CNC Routers is ideal for the production routing of plastic, wood, aluminum, composites, etc Beyond the heavy-duty construction and design, the new Tabletop line comes standard with Techno’s easy to use Windows PC-based interface for communicating with any CAD/CAM G-Code outputting system.

Most major functions are just one click away with the Techno CNC Interface, including: a built-in G-Code editor and toolpath preview, production logging and reporting, infinite look-ahead and continuous motion and free lifetime updates (via the internet).Techno Tabletop Routers are available in 5-standard sizes ranging from 11in x 13in to 41in x 49in and can be upgraded with several of Techno’s CNC Accessories, such as: vacuum table hold-down, tool-change spindles, 2D, 3D and laser scanning options.

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GRAND RAPIDS, MICH. (Aug. 31, 4:40 p.m. ET) — Weeke Bohrsysteme GmbH, a German maker of computer numerically controlled routers, has started making an entry-level series of the routers at a 30,000-square-foot plant in Grand Rapids, near the headquarters of its long-time, exclusive distributor, Stiles Machinery Inc.

Stiles Machinery announced the news at NPE2009 in Chicago.

Weeke North America was formed as a joint venture between the Stiles, Weeke and Weeke’s parent the Homag Group, a German industrial conglomerate. The Michigan plant is making the Weeke Vantech series of routers for panels.

Weeke North America sources components from local manufacturers. The plant produces CNC routers to order, but can offer short delivery times, the companies said.

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Due to an escalation in demand for Rockdoor products, the leading composite door manufacturer has invested in an Italmac CNC Router that will help to increase output.

The fully automated Italmac CNC Router, the first of its kind in the UK, has been installed at the company’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Blackburn and will be dedicated to inner and outer-frame production.

Rockdoor has seen steady but substantial growth over the last 12 months in the composite door market with sales increasing by 80% through 2008.

It is intended that this investment will further streamline the company’s manufacturing capabilities to help establish the site as the most advanced composite door manufacturing facility in Europe.

With production reaching record levels each month, Rockdoor’s growth has been attributed to new business and a rising demand from existing customers.

Rockdoor is the only fully engineered PVC-U composite door on the market that incorporates strength, security, durability and low maintenance combined with aesthetics.

Manufactured with a 10 year guarantee customers are provided with the reassurance that they can ‘fit and forget’ products from the Rockdoor range .

Sales Director Mark Simm comments: “The new CNC router assures total reliability and efficiency in our production process”.

“This investment in our state-of-the-art facilities will help increase capacity and enable us to more than satisfy customer demand.”.

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Torchmate has unveiled the Routermate CNC router system, available in sizes from a 2ft x 4ft cutting surface to a 10ft x 40ft cutting surface.

Torchmate’s research and development team examined the pre-existing design and fabrication of the CNC router pinpointing vulnerable construction points and correcting them in their structural plan.

To maintain rigidity, the Z-axis bearings are located at the bottom of the axis plate, and do not move away from the material as the Z-axis moves the travelling distance of 8.5in.

The standard version of the Routermate is equipped with stepper motors.

Servos are available as an option.

All drive systems are completely gear driven, with the exception of the Z-axis that is a recirculating ball-screw drive.

The Y and Z axes have 24 bearings each for linear rigidity, and the X-axis runs on 16 cam follower type bearings.

These CNC router tables are available as a complete bolt-together kit, or fully assembled Y and Z axes can be purchased separately as the consumer builds their own table.

X-axis rails can be purchased separately for easy mounting of the gantry to the table.

The Routermate gantry comes from the factory fully assembled.

The Routermate’s table is adjustable in height from 6in to 34in.

In addition to this vertical adjustment, each of the table cross slat brackets is adjustable to the left and right, allowing side clamping of larger parts.

The cross slats can also be mounted vertically by adjusting the end brackets.

This can be used to reduce deflection when used with heavier materials.

The table has additional independent vertical stops to allow just one person to change the height quickly and securely.

All the surfaces of the cross brackets are T-slotted for clamping work on any surface.

The Routermate’s Z-axis can accept various attachments with four mounting holes on a 0.75in-thick retractable main plate.

Routermate accessories and software provide a way of minimising debris and dust, producing superior surface finishes, and achieving accurate cuts, said Torchmate.

The dust collection option includes ducting and a vinyl skirt for containing fragments.

The spray mist coolant system is useful when cutting material that heats up and can benefit from lubrication using a vegetable-based water-soluble oil.

Other attachments include a drilling and tapping system, and the ability to add a plasma cutter to the Routermate.

Several software options are available for the Routermate.

Routermate driver software is capable of starting and stopping the router motor, coolant and dust collection systems for a fully automated process.

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Latest CNC routers are described as true ‘heavyweights’ by the builder who says they offer minimal maintenance and maximum machine performance and longevity and infinite ‘look ahead’ contouring.

Techno introduces the new Premium Class of CNC routers.

This new family of routers is a true heavyweight with the 59in x 96in travel unit weighing in at over 6000 lb.

These new CNC routers feature welded and stress relieved all steel construction plus THK rails, bearings and ball screws on all three axes to guarantee minimal maintenance and maximum machine performance and longevity.

They feature brushless closed loop servomotors for optimal performance, speed and accuracy.

These routers also feature infinite lock ahead high speed contouring to take advantage of the brushless servo capabilities.

This new router series comes standard with a heavy T-slot table and is also available with a vacuum table option that still allows the use of the T-slots.

This provides the flexibility of both clamping and vacuum hold down as the situation might require.

The Premium Class line of CNC Routers is ideal for the heaviest and most demanding production routing of plastics, wood, aluminum, composites, etc,.

Beyond the heavy-duty frame and design, the new Premium Class line comes standard with Techno’s easy to use Windows PC based interface for communicating with any CAD/CAM or sign making software that outputs industry standard GCODE.

Most major functions are just one-click away with the Techno CNC Interface, including: a built-in GCODE editor, toolpath preview, production logging and reporting and free lifetime software updates via the Internet to name a few.

The Premium Class is available in 4-standard sizes of 59in x 50in, 59in x 96in, 59in x 120in and 59in x 144in with special sizes available upon request.

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Vision Engraving & Routing Systems has announced a new large-format CNC router line aiming to help people wanting to use CNC machining for areas of 4ft x 8ft and upwards.

The aluminium T-slot table and Vision Series 3 Controller helps create a dependable system, with advanced software and an Ethernet interface allowing the user to adapt it to a range of ideas, such as CNC milling, drilling, contouring and routing.

Vision PRO 8 software comes as standard with the routers as well, allowing companies to have a “high level of flexibility” when working with graphics and logos on the workpieces.

The organisation continued: “This extensive software package also has the ability to run virtually any type of router, engraver, laser engraver, colour printer or vinyl plotter on the market.”

Vision Engraving also revealed this month that it is to release the 2525 and 2550 precision routers, targeted directly at the sign-making business.

http://www.machinetooldirect.co.uk/machine-tool-news/New-large-format-CNC-router-line-announced-2009-6-.asp

Denford routers are the preferred manufacturing centre for the F1 in schools technology challenge, a high school competition created by not-for-profit organisation Re-Engineering Australia Foundation involving more than 35,000 students across the nation. Students as young as 13 are designing futuristic racers in CATIA then machining them in Denford routers.

Made in England, the Denford routers are quiet, fast and classroom-friendly which makes them suitable for universities, TAFEs, schools and training centres. At the same time they are suitable for industry. Their high performance motors are capable of continuous machining in a range of materials for jobs like prototyping of finished products, moulds, low volume production runs leaving larger CNC machines for more complex parts or bigger production runs.

The range Denford compact CNC routers include:

COMPACT 1000/1000 PRO, a compact 3 axis CNC Router with totally enclosed interlocking guard, is suitable for cutting a range of resistant materials such as hard and soft wood, plastic, modeling foam, acrylic, PCB’s and prototyping materials. In addition, the Compact 1000 Pro can cut non-ferrous metals.

2600/2600 PRO, a large capacity 3 axis CNC Router with totally enclosed interlocking guard, suitable, is suitable for cutting a range of resistant materials such as hard and soft wood, plastic, modelling foam, acrylic, PCB’s and prototyping materials. In addition, the 2600 Pro can cut non-ferrous metals.

PCB manufacturer/engraver, an easy to use 3 axis CNC PCB and engraving machine with totally-enclosed guarding. The PCB engraver is supplied with operating software incorporating Gerber and DXF import facilities suitable for cutting and engraving a range of resistant materials, including copper board, plastic and acrylic.

Turn 270 CNC Lathe, a compact 2 axis CNC Lathe with totally enclosed high-visibility interlocking guard. Programmable spindle speeds and feedrates make the Turn 270 suitable for cutting a range of resistant materials such as wax, plastic, acrylic, free cutting alloys, aluminium and steel.

VMC 1300 CNC milling machine, a 3 axis CNC milling machine available either floor standing or for bench mounting, with totally enclosed high visibility interlocking guard. Programmable spindle speeds and feedrates make the VMC 1300 suitable for cutting a range of resistant materials such as wax, plastic, acrylic, free cutting alloys, aluminium and steel.
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The Automatic Tool Changer reduces the time a project must remain on the machine by automatically changing cutting bits between cuts, thus eliminating the need for the CNC operator to change and calibrate tools by hand.

04.09.2009 – ShopBot Tools, a world leader in the design, manufacture and sale of affordable, high-performance CNC systems, has introduced an automatic tool changer as an option for their professional/industrial line of CNC systems.

ShopBot’s automatic tool changer (ATC) is powered by an HSD ES915 5hp spindle and is being sold as an option or an after-market addition to their PRSalpha CNC system. The ATC system includes the spindle, a pneumatically assisted Z axis, six or eight-position tool bank, fixed-position Z-zero plate, chuck holder, pneumatically operated dust skirt and ATC interface card. A four-foot-wide PRSalpha CNC can accommodate a six-position linear tool bank to hold cutters for the ATC, and a five-foot-wide or larger PRSalpha can accommodate an eight-position linear tool bank. Installation of an ATC on a PRSalpha will not alter the tool’s rapid transit speeds of 1,500 inches per minute and cutting speeds of up to 600 inches per minute. ShopBot’s new eCabinet/ShopBot link, which allows ShopBot’s to process eCabinet production files, will fully support the use of this new ATC.

“Many of our current and future customers have asked us for an affordable, easy to use automatic tool changer,” said ShopBot president Ted Hall. “We listened to their suggestions, and we’ve designed an accessory that is powerful and robust and maintains the ShopBot philosophy of combining the best features of quality, value and ease of use.”

The Automatic Tool Changer reduces the time a project must remain on the machine by automatically changing cutting bits between cuts, thus eliminating the need for the CNC operator to change and calibrate tools by hand. The ATC allows the PRSalpha to cut complete projects where different tooling is required to make different types of cuts – like cabinets and furniture – or where different bits are needed for roughing and finishing passes – like signs and complex 3D carvings. Additionally, a machine equipped with an ATC the can perform operations normally done on other pieces of equipment eliminating the need for additional machines in the shop.

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New Hyde Park, NY - Techno, Inc. CNC Routers announced the introduction of the Pro Series CNC Router to their current product line of CNC machining solutions. Designed to meet the high demands of panel process manufacturing, the Pro Series is constructed of large heavy tubing that is both welded and stress-relieved, the perfect foundation for Techno’s precision drive system. Also comprised of precision ball screw drives on all three axes, THK rails and bearings, high-speed closed-loop servomotor and drives, the Pro Series drive system ensures minimal maintenance, machine longevity and superior machine performance.

Techno’s New Pro Series is available in a variety of standard sizes ranging from 4 ft x 8 ft through 6 ft x 20 ft. “We are welcoming special sizes and customization requests with this model because we understand that size and usage vary from shop to shop,” says CNC Router Sales Manager, Roy Valentine. “The Pro Series machine can be equipped with a variety of spindle options including automatic tool changer, collet spindles, drill banks, or multi-spindle setup for high volume part production. Multiple zone vacuum table, reverse engineering lasers, and 4th axis rotary tables are just some of the additional accessories compatible with this new machine.”

Additionally, the New Pro Series’ machine features a CNC Servo G-Code Interface that is both easy to learn and operate. This Windows-based interface is a fully comprehensive CNC program that includes unique high-end features such as toolpath preview with viewing tools and adjustable screens, built in G-Code editor, machine speed and spindle rpm override, X/Y axis orientation swapping, program skip ahead (in case of tool breakage), built in basic nesting, and production logging.

For more information, visit www.technocnc.com.

Latest CNC routers are described as true ‘heavyweights’ by the builder who says they offer minimal maintenance and maximum machine performance and longevity and infinite ‘look ahead’ contouring.

Techno introduces the new Premium Class of CNC routers.

This new family of routers is a true heavyweight with the 59in x 96in travel unit weighing in at over 6000 lb.

These new CNC routers feature welded and stress relieved all steel construction plus THK rails, bearings and ball screws on all three axes to guarantee minimal maintenance and maximum machine performance and longevity.

They feature brushless closed loop servomotors for optimal performance, speed and accuracy.

These routers also feature infinite lock ahead high speed contouring to take advantage of the brushless servo capabilities.

This new router series comes standard with a heavy T-slot table and is also available with a vacuum table option that still allows the use of the T-slots.

This provides the flexibility of both clamping and vacuum hold down as the situation might require.

The Premium Class line of CNC Routers is ideal for the heaviest and most demanding production routing of plastics, wood, aluminum, composites, etc,.

Beyond the heavy-duty frame and design, the new Premium Class line comes standard with Techno’s easy to use Windows PC based interface for communicating with any CAD/CAM or sign making software that outputs industry standard GCODE.

Most major functions are just one-click away with the Techno CNC Interface, including: a built-in GCODE editor, toolpath preview, production logging and reporting and free lifetime software updates via the Internet to name a few.

The Premium Class is available in 4-standard sizes of 59in x 50in, 59in x 96in, 59in x 120in and 59in x 144in with special sizes available upon request.

The brochure, identified as H859 is available free upon request from Techno, 2101 Jericho Turnpike, New Hyde Park, New York 11042-5416.

Phone: 800-819-3366.

Fax: 516-358-2576.

For technical questions or applications support, please contact Roy Valentine, CNC Sales Manager.

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