[ Industry Update ]
[ Industry Update ]
AMETEK Land partners with iba AG than the nickel and cobalt superalloys previously developed by ORNL . Researchers fine-tuned the electron beam melting process to additively manufacture test parts from the novel alloy . The new alloy ’ s light weight and ability to withstand such high temperatures could enable additively manufactured turbine blades to better handle extreme temperatures , reducing the carbon footprint of gas turbine engines like those found in airplanes .
Okuma premium solutions for complete machining process
AMETEK Land has announced a strategic partnership with iba AG , a renowned provider of comprehensive process analysis software . Together , the companies aim to revolutionise process visualisation and optimisation by seamlessly integrating LAND ’ s SPOT + pyrometers with iba ’ s powerful ibaPDA platform . This collaboration will allow manufacturers to gain unprecedented insights into a range of their production processes . By combining the high-resolution temperature data from SPOT + pyrometers with other critical process parameters captured by ibaPDA , businesses can now visualise complex processes , identify optimisation opportunities , and enhance decision-making .
ORNL & NETL develop alloy for additive manufacturing
Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory ( ORNL ), Tennessee , USA , and the US National Energy Technology Laboratory ( NETL ), have developed and additively manufactured a light , crack-free alloy capable of operating at temperatures above 1,316 ° C ( 2,400 ° F ) without melting . The alloy combines seven elements in a niobium-rich , complex concentrated alloy whose melting point is at least 48 % higher
Okuma ’ s high-performance solutions take the cutting performance of its powerful machines to a new level and enable complete machine processes with advanced technologies . Turn-Cut makes it possible to map a turning process onto machining centers or multitasking machines . Okuma ’ s Gear Machining Package is a hardware and software add-on for turning and milling centers that simplifies gear programming and cutting by selecting the tool type , workpiece data , and machining parameters . Multiple spindles are automatically synchronized , reducing machining times . Both hobbing and skiving processes are supported . The Hyper-Surface feature is not only important for tool and die construction . It detects changes in programmed shapes and ensures a consistent feed rate . This improves surface quality and reduces machining time . When machining demanding and difficult-to-cut materials , such as Inconel , Dynamic Tool Load Control is an advantage . The application measures the concentricity and position of each cutting edge of an insert cutter and adjusts the feed rate for each cutting edge separately . This method loads the cutting edges evenly and compensates for concentricity problems . This ensures consistent and reliable machining , extends tool life , reduces downtime , and lowers production costs .
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