On July 22, 2015, Japan Machine Tool Builders’ Association　(JMTBA) announced Japanese machine tool orders received during the first half (January through June) of this year. According to the JMTBA data, machine tool orders received by Japanese builders during that period stood at ¥809.25 billion, up 15.5% from the same period of the previous year (¥700.85 billion), reaching a record-high first-half-year value. As a result, the machine tool orders marked four consecutive half-year periods of increase. Machine tool orders placed by domestic customers during the first half of this year increased to ¥298.27 billion, up 35.3% from the same period last year. Those domestic orders account for 36.9% of the total orders for Japanese machine tools, showing a rise from the previous year’s 33.5%. Respective domestic orders from all major four industrial sectors (general machinery; automobile; electric and precision equipment; and aircraft, shipbuilding, and transportation equipment) indicated a 30-%-or-more increase from the corresponding period of a year earlier. The orders from the domestic general machinery sector rose 31.9% to ¥115.03 billion (in which those

from die and mold makers increased by 35.3% to ¥15.94 billion). Also, orders from automobile sector largely increased from the first half of the previous year by 33.0% to ¥104.30 billion (including ¥77.40 billion from auto parts manufacturers, up as high as 44.2%). Orders from the electric & precision equipment sector also rose 33.2% to ¥24.94 billion. The aircraft, shipbuilding, and transportation equ ipment sec tor, wh ich had indicated a slight decline in the previous year, has shown a dramatic recovery at 86 .9％(the la rgest increase in history) to ¥15.65 billion. Compared with the previous half-year period (second half in 2014), orders from the following three major domestic sectors showed upward trends in the first half of 2015: g ene r a l mach i ne r y, up 2 . 0% (including die & mold industry, also up 7.7%); automobi le, up 16.9% (including auto parts, also up 21.3%); and a ircra ft, shipbuilding, and transportation equipment, up as high as 28.5%, while orders from the electric & precision equipment sector slightly decreased (by 3.5%) from the second half of 2014. The overall increase in domestic orders was p a r t i a l l y s u pp o r t e d by t h e government’s aid fund for energy-

saving program.

Export orders up 6.4% Machine tool orders from overseas during the first half (January to June) of 2015 slightly increased to ¥510.98 billion, up 6.4% from the same period of a year earlier. As for three major regions, orders from Asia increased both from the same period of last year (first half of 2014) and from the previous half year (second half of 2014). Especially, orders from the electric machinery industry mainly in China cont inuously increased, exceeding the 200 billion yen mark for three consecutive half years, and stood at a record high. For other Asian nations, orders slightly declined from the second half of last year. Europe remains almost the same level as the previous half year. Orders from North America, which had reached a new high in the previous half-year period. Export orders from all of three major regions (Asia, Europe and North America) increased in the first h a l f o f t h i s y e a r f r om t h e corresponding period of previous year and from the previous half-year period, respectively. Asia accounts for 55% of the total orders. Orders from Asia rose 16.9% from the same period

last year to ¥281.77 billion, of which ¥197.64 billion came from East Asia(down 0.2%,) including China at¥157.44 billion, down 6.7% (withChina accounting for 56% of theAsian totals). On the other hand,orders from other parts of Asiaalmost doubled (95.7%) to ¥84.13billion, accounting for approx. 30% ofthe total. Orders from Europe andNorth America stood at ¥92.48 billion(down 1.6% from the same period lastyear) and ¥129.91 billion (also down3.6%), respectively.

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Japanese MT orders up 15.5% during first half of 2015

【MT Supply & Demand Trends】Increased imports and exports of MT with China According to “Trade Statistics of Japan” compiled by Ministry of Finance, Japanese machine tool exports increased by 25.3% from the previous year to ¥960.64 billion in 2014, with the total volume of 123,406 units, resulting in the average unit

pr ice o f ¥7.78 m i l l ion , wh ich decreased by 520,000 yen from the previous year. Ch ina has been the biggest purchaser of Japanese machine tools at ¥224.33 billion, up 26.8 % from the previous year. Next came U.S.A, which was the previous champion, at ¥192.09 billion, up 8.3%. While the demand in U.S.A. was still strong, it

was surpassed by the recovering d e m a n d f r o m e l e c t r o n i c manu factur ing serv ice (EMS) companies in China. As in the previous year, Thailand was ranked third at ¥72.35 billion, up 15.6%, with the demand increased by the growth in equipment investment in automobile sector. Hong Kong and South Korea were ranked fourth and fifth, respectively, both of which showed steady demand. The sixth rank was occupied by Vietnam, which moved up from its previous rank of 10th, with the demand tripled from the previous year due to the increased spot orders from EMS companies. Japan’s overall machine tool imports in 2014 increased by 23.9 % from the previous year to ¥78.09 billion, indicating five consecutive year-to-year rise, with the total import volume of 141,398 units. The biggest import partner was Germany, which has held the top spot for four consecutive years, at ¥18.1 billion (up 8.0% from the previous year), with the volume of 1,004 units in 2014. Second place was taken by China at ¥17.7 billion, up 35.1%, with the volume of 106,280 units.

Domestic orders up 23.8% Japan Machine Tool Builders' Association (JMTBA) announced that overall orders for Japanese machine tools in 2014 stood at ¥1.50 trillion, up 35.1% from the previous year. The annual machine tool orders exceeded the one trillion yen mark for four consecutive years. Domestic machine tool demand increased by 23.8% to ¥496.3 billion, indicating a significant growth. Such a double-digit increase was found in

orders from all of the following sectors: general machinery sector at ¥199.9 billion, up 22.7% (from the previous year); automobile at ¥167.6 billion, up 35.7%; and electric & precision equipment at ¥44.5 billion, up 30.8%. Thus, the domestic demand was maintained at a favorable growth level because equipment investment ga ined momentum due to the government’s subsidy and tax system reform, stimulating not only the investment act iv it ies of la rge companies, but also the willingness of small and medium manufacturers to renew their existing equipment.

Production tops ¥1 trillion Accord ing t o “Yea rbook o f Machinery Statistics” compiled by Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, Japanese metalworking machine tool production in 2014 stood at ¥１.176 trillion, up 32.8% from a year earlier, passing the one trillion yen mark again. On a monthly basis, the largest production value of mach ine tools was marked in September at ¥122.2 billion yen, while the smallest value was ¥76.1 billion in January. Every monthly production showed an increase on the year-to-year basis, indicating an excellent condition throughout the year. Production volume increased by 74.8 % from the previous year to 99,352 units. But the average unit price decreased by 3,690,000 yen from the year before to ¥11.84 million, partly because of growing needs for low price machines coupled with the recovery in demand from Chinese EMS companies.

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I would like to extend my hearty congratulations on the grand opening of EMO 2015. Needless to say, Europe is the cradle of machine tools, where vast numbers of unique and excellent machines have been developed based on long-established technologies. While stimulated by the Italian, German, Swiss and other European technologies, Japanese machine tool industry has stepped up efforts for research and development of new technologies so far. In other words, our industry has grown , being inspired by European countries. At the same time, Europe is one of the biggest machine tool markets in the world, putting much emphasis on functions, performance and quality, so t he EMO Show i s a va lu able opportunity for Japanese machine tool builders to demonstrate their latest manufactur ing technolog ies to European users.

Th i s ye a r ’ s EMO Show i s anticipated to have great success partly because it is held concurrently with EXPO MILANO 2015. On this great occasion, Japanese exhibitors are happy to unveil optimum solutions for productivity improvement and cost reduction. They include not only multitasking and five-axis controlled machines , which indicate h igh d ema nd i n Eu r o p e , bu t a l s o unattended systems , intell igent technologies and many other higher value-added products and technologies than ever before. As seen in Industrie 4.0, which is now promoted in Germany, highly e f f i c i ent pr oduc t i on sy s t ems effectively utilizing IT are extensively studied in various parts of the world. At this show, I am looking forward to s e e i n g t h e l a t e s t E u r o p e a n

technologies and proposals for highly efficient production, such as IoT (Internet of Things).

In Japan, we will have our JIMTOF Tokyo 2016 at the Tokyo Big Sight in autumn of next year. Although our show will be slightly smaller than the 100,000 m2 of EMO Milano, we will have a new hall built by 2016. In addition, more construction is planned here for the 2020 Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games. With the exhibit ion space of J IMTOF further expanded , the Japanese machine tool industry will work as one to introduce from Tokyo̶leading-edge manufacturing technologies with the most advanced machine tools̶to the world. We often use the word, “monozukuri” in Japan. It means the art of making things better than ever, through cont inuous ef for ts for “ka izen” (improvement). A l l EMO exhibitors a re our colleagues in support of spreading “monozukuri” throughout the world. By continuously competing with them or work ing ha rd together for improving various technologies , Japanese machine tool builders strongly wish to contribute to the further development of a global “monozukuri” with our European colleagues.

Therefore, I will be very happy to see EMO exhibitors and visitors at JIMTOF Tokyo 2016 experiencing Japan’ s vitality toward the new trend of “monozukuri.” I pray with all my heart for the great success of EMO 2015 and sincerely hope that this six-day show will be an enjoyable, interesting and fruitful experience for all visitors.

EMO Milano 2015 Greetings from JMTBA

Yoshimaro Hanaki, ChairmanJapan Machine Tool Builders’ Association

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MULTITASKING MACHINESMACHINING CENTERS

The “DONE IN ONE” concept of Yamazaki Mazak incorporates all machining processes from raw material input through final machining-in just one machine. Eight Intelligent Functions provide incompatible operator support for exceptional ease operation and the optimum machine efficiency. Also, the Advanced SmoothX CNC features a touch screen operat ion , PC with Windows 8 embedded OS, high precision machining of complex counters at high speed federates and others. One of exhibits is the VARIAXIS i-700 2PC, Multiple-Surface/Simultaneous 5-Axis Machining Center with 2 pallet changers

designed to deliver high-speed multi-surface machining of small- and mid-sized workpieces by use of a tilting rotary table in a single setup. Full-gantry design without overhang enables high accuracy machining over extended period of operation. The spindle provides an increased machining area and features a compact spindle cartridge for excellent workpiece accessibility with minimum interference. The Y-axis stroke is increased resulting in a larger sized workpiece machining applications. VARIAXIS i series models provide an expended range of processing with the table tilted in the A-axis for processing of back faces thanks to the long Z-axis stroke. A 30kW motor drives the No. 40 taper spindle up to 12,000rpm, with a torque of 122Nm. Also being shown from Yamazaki Mazak are lots of machines including its field-proven INTEGREX/NEXUS/VARIAXIS and modern machines at Hall 07/E01・G01.

DMG MORI will be confirming its status as a world market leader in the field of metal-cutting machine tools with 10 w o r l d p r em i e r e s a s w e l l a s a

representative cross-section of its high-tech portfolio at the EMO in Milan. Better performance and a bigger working area are the main features of the new CTX gamma 1250 turning center (TC) and CTX gamma 2000 TC. The indisputable highlight of the two 2nd generation machines from DMG MORI is the ultra-compact turning/mi l l i ng sp ind l e . The i r compac t dimensions translate into a space saving

of 70mm, meaning that 550mm long workpieces can be horizontally drilled out or hollow turned. The elevation in the X-axis has been increased by 150mm, thus extending the options for the machining of large workpiece diameters. In addition, the Y-axis now offers 20mm more travel. The maximum turning length is 1,300mm in the case of the CTX gamma 1250 TC. The big sister model has a turning length of 2,050mm. The turning diameter is 700mm, respectively. DMG MORI's advanced machines and related equipment will be on display at Hall 04/D01.

The new H .P lu s -400, h o r i z on t a l machining center equipped with a 400×400mm pallet from Matsuura Machinery offers unrivalled unmanned production. I t s too l s and pa l l e t s torage are expandable according to production needs to realize minimum downtime. Proven H.Plus series features reliability and performance. A standard drum type

ATC magazine carries up to 60 tools, which expands to 330 tools as optional. Two types of pallet systems, tower pallet

MULTITASKING MACHINESMACHINING CENTERS

Japanese ExhibitsCompany name Booth No.

(Hall/Stand) Main exhibitsBrother Industries 9 / E13 Compact machining center SPEEDIO R650X1, S1000X1, M140X1

Citizen Machinery 2 / E19,F17 Multi station machining cell MC20, Sliding headstock type CNC Automatic lathe A20, L20

Dijet Industrial 6 / N15 SKS Extreme EXSKS, BLADE CHIPPER TDM,　WILD RADIUS

DMG MORI ４ / D01 Turn-Mill complete machining center CTX gamma 1250 TC linear

ENSHU 4/C14,D15 Horizontal machining center GE480H, Vertical machining center WE30Ve,Piston O.D.fi nishing achine EP-O

FANUC 3 / E02,G01 CNC 30i/31i/32i MODEL B, FANUC Robot CR-35iA, ROBONANO α-N1iA

Fuji BC Engineering 6 / N28 BTA Drill, Vacuum brazing machine R.T.B.-4100, CVD Diamond material CSD

Iwata Tool 10/A20 TOGLON Hard Long Drill, GP Drill, PCD, CBN

JTEKT 9 / D29 Horizontal machining centre FH630SX-I, ＦＨ500J, Gear Skiving Center ｅ500Ｈ-GS, CNC Cylindrical Grinder GE4i

Kanefusa 18 / A17 Circular saw blades, Carbide-tipped tools

Keyence ５　/ B25 Measuring equipment

Kiichi Tools 6 / N06 End millers, Abrasive tools

Kitagawa Iron Works 2 / H27 Ultra compact NC Rotary table CKR160, Tiltiong rotary table TT150

Kitamura Machinery 9 / B03 Horizontal machining centres, Universal machining centres, Vertical machining centres

Kiwa Machinery 3 / F22 Horizontal machining center Triple H40

Kosmek 9 / A07 Clamping devices

Kreuz 2 / F08 Gear tooth rounding and gear tooth deburring machines

KYOCERA 10 / A18,B09 High effi ciency and high feed cutter MFH, Hybrid cermet TN620/PV720, High effi ciency multi-edge cutter for cast iron MFK

Kyoto Diamond Industrial 14 / N21 Abrasive products with diamond, Boring bits, Diamond cutting tools

Magnescale 5 / C22 Smart SCALE, Absolute magnescale SR27A/67A, Tough sensor MG50/DF800S

Matsumoto Machine 11 / H32 E-CHUCK EMA8-10, AJC CHUCK AJC8-10, NC Tilt Rotary Table SBii170

Matsuura Machinery 5 / B02 Horizontal machining center H.Plus-400, H.Plus-500, 5-Axis Vertical machining center MX-520, MAM72-35V

Mitsubishi Electric 18 / C17 Wire Cut EDM MP1200, Sinker EDM EA12S, Wire Cut EDM MV4800

Mitsubishi Materials 6 / H08,L07 ISO Insert Series for Steel Turning MC6015/MC6025, Low cutting resistance double sided insert face mill for general machining WSX445

Mitsui Seiki Kogyo 9 / B40A vertical machining center Vertex55XII /Vertex75XII

Mitutoyo 5 / C28,D19 In-line Type coordinate measuring machine MACH-V9106, Contour measurement CV-2100M4, Quick image QI-A2010C

MST Corporation 6 /N14,P13 Shrink Holder SlimLine MONO CURVE, Shrink Holder SlimLine Hyper Version, Shrink Holder SlimLine Z

Murata Machinery 4 / B10,C07 In-line Opposed twin spindle CNC turning machine MT100, MT200, Twin spindle CNC chucker MW40, MW200

Nakamura Tome Precision Industry 11 / E16,F15 Multitasking machine NTRX-300, Super NTJX, NTJ-100

Nakanishi 10 / B16 Angular heads, Boring units, Grinding devices, Grinding spindles

Nikken Kosakusho Works 10 / C17 CNC Rotary tables CNCB630, Precision NC toolings, Tool presetters E460N

Nippon Thompson (IKO) 11／H39 C-Lube, roller-type Linear Motion Rolling Guides MX, C-Wiper

NOMURA DS 2 / F30 CNC Automatic lathe NN-32YB2 XB, NN-32UB8, NN-10EX

NS TOOL 6 / P09 CBN Super spiral ball end mill, CBN Super spiral long neck ball end mill

NSK 9　/　B08,C07 Ball Screw with X1 Seals, Robust Series E-Type Angular Contact Ball Bearing for Machine Tools, RACEGRD Grease

Okamoto Machine Tool Works 14 / N02 High precision surface grinderACC104CAⅢ, CNC Universal grinder UGM５V, Ultra pecision form grinder UP252Li

OKK 5 / C30 5-Axis Horizontal machining center HM-X8000, 5-Axis Vertical machining center VC-X500L, Horizontal machining center HMC500

Okuma 9/D16 Intelligent CNC OSP Suite, 5-axis machining centre MU-4000V, Multitasking machine MULTUS U3000/4000

OSG 6/M12 Multi-purpose cutting tap A-TAP, Coolant-through carbide drill WDO-SUS

Pascal 2 / F15 Clamping devices

Showa Tool 10 / C18 Collet chucks, Tool holders

Sodick 9 / A26,B17 One process milling center OPM250E, Wire-Cut EDM SLC600G, Die-Sinker EDM AG60L

Star Micronics 4 / A46, B33 CNC Swiss type automatic lathe SR-38 typeB, SW-12RⅡ, ST-20

Sugino Machine 11/ G16 Horizontal machining centers, Mechanical cleaning and brushing equipment, Deburring systems

Takamatsu Machinery 5 / B08.C05 CNC 2-Spindle 2-Turret Precision Lathe XW-130M, CNC 2-Spindle 2-Slide Precision Lathe XW-30PLUS

Takisawa Machine Tool 9 / D22,E19 Multitasking machine TMX-2000S, TS-5000Y, TS-4000YS

Tanoi Manufacturing 10 / A22 Taps, Thread rolling dies

THK 5 / C07 Caged ball LM Guide

Tsudakoma 4 / C13 Ball drive NC tilting rotary table

Tsugami 2 / E23.F23 Turning center TMA8FE, CNC Precision automatic lathe BW209ZE, HS327-5AX

Tungaloy 6 / H02,L01 Tungjet P-CHP/JS-CHP Type, Tung-Tri, TungSix-Drill

Union Tool 6 / L32 High-grade ball end mills for Cemented carbide and hard brittle materials VDCBF

XEBEC TECHNOLOGY 9 / A０８ XEBEC Brush surface, XEBEC Self-adjusting sleeve

Yamawa Manufacturing 10 / C05 Center drill MHCDS

Yamazaki Mazak 7 / E01,G01 5-Axis Machining center VARIAXIS i-700 2PC, Multi-Tasking machine INTEGREX i-200S, INTEGREX e-1600V/10S

Yasda Precision Tools 1 / C41 Machining Center YBM1218V, PX30i

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PC12 or floor pallet PC6 are available as optional. As pioneers of high speed and high torque spindle technology, its approved MAXIA BT40 spindle is pinnacle of the science of machine tool spindles. With the smallest footprint of 8.6㎡, H.Plus 400 machine delivers upper scale large capacity in its enclosure. Its table working surface measures 400 (X)×400mm(Y), and holds the workpiece of up to 400kg. Axis travels are listed as 560(X)/640(Y)/640mm with B-axis rotation angles of 360deg. A 15/22kW motor turns the spindle at top speed of 15,000rpm (150Nm at 1,400rpm). Also be ing shown are the H.P lus-500 horizontal machining center, MX-520/MAM72-35V 5-Axis vertical machining centers along with the VX-1000 vertical machining center at Hall 05/B02.

For this EMO, Okuma will show off its “OSP suite,” a new control billed as “The Next-Generation Intelligent CNC.” It is i n d e e d a c omp l e t e p a c k a g e o f applications that machine shops need, like screen layouts that can be arranged per different operator requirements. With the “OSP suite,” Okuma‒developed

intelligent technology has become even easier to use to deliver highly-accurate and efficient machining. Okuma will be displaying 11 products with spotlights on multitasking machines and 5-axis machining centers, such as MU-4000V which has a maximum machining size of 500mm diam×400mm in height. Also the 2SP-V760EX, a superb vertical twin sp ind le CNC la the o f fers s tab le machining of up to 760mm in diameter. This vertical lathe and three machines from Okuma will be introduced to the European market for the first time. Okuma will demonstrate wide range of eleven products at Hall 09/D16.

OKK will showcase the newly developed the HM-X8000 5- ax i s hor i zon ta l machining center that features a highly rigid structure to deliver multitasking operations on various families of complex materials and efficient processing

capability. Its A-axis spindle-head tilting at vertical/horizontal spindle positions provides it to machine heavy workpieces

that are not inclined. Due to the B-axis rigid table of 800×800mm with cross rollers that can hold mid- and large-sized workpieces, handling 1,200 diam×1,250mm height, weighing capacity of up to 2t. The X/Y/Z- axis travels are each 1,300/1,100/1,550mm. A-axis moves － 110＋ 40deg and B-axis rotates 360deg. Rapid traverse are rated at 48m/min (X/Y/Z) and 8.3rpm (A)/16.6rpm (B). A 30/26kW motor revs a 7/24 taper No.50 spindle at a maximum speed of 12,000rpm. Also, the HMC500 horizontal machining center and VC-X500L 5-axis vertical machining center from OKK will be presented at Hall 05/C30.

Brother Industries has developed the “SPEEDIO Series,” compact machining center that achieves overwhelming high productivity based on Brother’ s original technologies. This series features a 7/24 taper No. 30 spindle, along with faster tool changing time of 1.6sec (chip to chip.) Its spindle torque enables high-efficiency and heavy-duty machining processes as well as high-accuracy and three-dimension machining operations through the machine and controller integrated development. Equipped with a

new original CNC-C00 controller, a range of NC functions can be done. The SPEEDIO Series comes in six models, of which the newly developed R650X1 offers a high-torque of 92Nm at a maximum output of 26.2kW as optional. Also, it has a ‘QT (Quick Turn) table,’ Brother’ s original high-speed 2-face pallet changer that enables it to mount large jigs. A 12.8/8.8kW motor drives the

spindle at top speeds of 10,000rpm (or high-speed version of 16,000rpm as optional.) During tapping processes, the spindle speeds of up to 10,000rpm or 16,000rpm (as optional) on materials like cast iron and carbon steel are realized. Specially employing large table sizes of 800 x 400mm, the table has a loading capacity of up to 200kg (or 300kg). Axis travels of 650/400/305mm(X/Y/Z) are available, while rapid traverses are rated at 50m/min (X/Y/Z axes). Brother's many models of CNC tapping centers including three SPEEDIO Series including S1000X1 and M140X1 will be on the display at Hall 09/E13.

JTEKT offers a rich lineup of updated machines for a wider variety of faster machining tasks ranging from high precision small/medium parts to large workpieces. The FH630SX-i horizontal machining center makes a boast of the best speed performance in the class while maintaining rigidity. In regard to feed of this machine, column mass is increased through extending the axis stroke and the pallet load is also increased to still achieve the same rapid federate of 60m/min for all axes as conventional models. Also, regarding the Y and Z axes which bear a large cutting load, the same dual drive configured from 2 ball screws is adopted. The number of Y axis linear guide blocks is increased from the standard 4 to 6, and optimal arrange of the linear guide results in increasing rigidity of the Y axis main unit by shortening the distance between the table center and spindle endface, securing a large spindle protrusion amount. The FH series including the FH630SX horizontal machining center made up of ten models that have square pallets raging from 400 to 1,250mm in sizes. The FH650SX-i with a pallet size of 630mm is the smaller-size

model able to be used for a wider range of machining applications, and allows high-speed and high acceleration feed with a rapid traverse of 60m/min and fast acceleration of 6.86m/s2 (0.7G). For high-speed machining, the spindle reaches a maximum speed of 15,000rpm

as optional, so as to minimize air-cutting time and leads to enhanced efficiency. It has axis travels of 1,050/900/1,050mm (X/Y/Z). A 30/22kW motor drives a BT No. 50 taper spindle at speeds ranging from 50 to 6,000rpm. JTEKT will be demonstrating this machine along with the FH500J horizontal machining center, gear skiving center and CNC cylindrical grinder at Hall 09/D29.

The YBM 1218V Mold ＆ Die Miller from Yasda has a BT50 preload self-adjusting system spindle and promises h ighes t accuracy for l a rge s i ze components. Distinctive mechanical design supports stability of the highest accuracy all the time. Its highly rigid construction with a BT50 spindle helps sustain the highest accuracy available in

the market. The Z-axis travel mechanism integrated with the cross rail unit ensures to sustain the highest accuracy in large size working area. The Z-axis mechanism moves along with the cross rail unit, which is different from the ram-type headstock seen in the market. Solid bridge with symmetric design is mounted on hand scraped surface of the machine bed. The YBM 1218V model has axis travels of 1,800/1,200/600mm (X/Y/Z) with an AC 22kW motor rotating the spindle at top speed of 10,000rpm. Yasda Precision Tools will exhibit the YBM 1218V Mold ＆ Die Miller and the YMC 430 Ver.II Micro Center at Hall 01/C41.

Mitsui Seiki will introduce its new line of superior ergonomics for five axes part processing models, the Vertex 550XⅡ /Vertex 75XⅡ vertical machining center series. The Vertex 550XⅡ is built on the concept of providing five axes part machining to end users ready to upgrade capabilities and develop new ways to manufacture sophisticated components. This model with 2m×3m footprint and part size of 750mm diam by 525mm height, ensures outstanding space efficiency for a large capacity of five axes machine. Its rigid, compact bed is a cube structure that supports the X/Y and Z axes along with the trunnion table

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assembly providing stiffness for rapid a x i s t r a v e l s . A x i s s t r o k e s o f 500/600/500mm (X/Y/Z) and ＋ 15 to －105deg (A)/360deg (C) are available. This

model has a table size of 400mm diam, accommodating a workpiece weight of 350kg. An 18.5/15kW motor drives an ISO 7/24 No. 40 taper spindle at speeds ranging from 50 to 25,000rpm. Mitsui S e i k i ' s p r oduc t s i n c l ud i ng t h e Vertex550XⅡ 5-axis vertical machining center and a variety of machined workpiece samples will be shown at Hall 09/B40A.

Kiwa Machinery will demonstrate the new Triple H40 3-axis column traverse horizontal machining center that features an armless tool changer equipped with a 20-tool carrying magazine. Its Z-axis movement is done by use of the column,

assuring rigidity of the spindle because that no quill type spindle is necessary. Its big opening in the machine bed facilitates good chip disposal. Axis travels are listed as 510/510/400mm (X/Y/Z). An 18.5/15kW motor rotates the BT40/CAT40 taper spindle at maximum speed of 6,000rpm as standard (12,000rpm as optional) . The column traverse machining center has two APC types, of which a single pallet of 820×450mm in size can hold a workpiece of 790mm in height and accommodates its weight of up to 1,000kg while 2-APC type of 820×410mm in size holds a workpiece of 630mm in height and accommodates a workpiece weight of up to 400-500kg, respectively. Kiwa Machinery will showcase the Triple H40 model at Booth in Hall 03/F22.

Enshu will showcase the new GE 480He horizontal machining center that is designed for expanding amount of each axis movement . This is the most advanced h igh - speed hor izonta l machining center, which is proposed by

Enshu keeping the goodness of the field-proven GE460H. Its rapid feedrate of 90m/min brings the highest level of productivity. The “well-balanced high-grade spindle” enables high speed, lubricity and cooling performance. An MAS BT40 spindle top speed is rated at 15,000rpm (20,000rpm as optional), while rapid federate of 90,000mm/min and cutting federate of 40,000mm/min are available. Table working area sizes measure 500×500mm, with a loading capacity of 500kg. Axis travels are listed as 800/800/800mm in the X/Y/Z. Magazine tool capacity of 40 is available. Also, the WE30V vertical machining center with 2-palles features a table size of 650×400mm and its No.30 spindle rotates at a top speed of 12,000rpm, which is introduced to European market for the first time. Enshu will demonstrate two vertical and horizontal machining centers along with a special-purpose machine for piston OD finishing at Hall 04/C14・D15.

Nakamura-Tome's new multitasking machining robot, the NTRX-300 is designed for complete part machining in one operation. The X-axis maximum travel is 125mm beyond the spindle center, while the Y-axis travel is ±125mm from the spindle center. This helps achieve milling or drilling without repositioning C-axis. All units are located

on the main frame vertically for high rigidity. Better visual access, large-window, reachability of the chucks, and

ATC magazine location in the machine front, are operator-friendly features that facilitate machine setup, operation and maintenance. Its new operation panel with an NT Smart X featuring include Operation Level Management, Camera installed, Voice Guidance, Production Management and 3D Collision Check Function are all included as standard. With a reduction of distance between the tool tip and the B-axis center rotation, the B-axis resists to higher cutting torque and achieves stable machining. Two 15/11kW (22/185kW as optional) motors drive the left and right spindles at top speeds of 4,500rpm, enabling to cut bar material of 65mm diam in the left and right synchronization processes geared toward complicated parts that are clamped by use of the left and right side 8- i n chucks s imu l taneous ly . An 18.5/11kW motor rotates the tool spindle (HSK-63) at top speed of 8,000rpm with the B-axis positioning range of 225deg. (-120deg/ ＋ 105deg). Axis slide travels are listed as 700/1,125/1,100mm (X1/Z1/B2) with a Y-axis slide travel of 250mm (±125mm). Up to 40/60/80/120 tools for an ATC or a tailstock type (640/1,150mm in maximum turning diameter/length) is selectable. Nakamura-Tome Precision Industry’ s multitasking machines will be shown at booth of International Machine Utensili SPA at Hall 11/E16・F15.

TURNING MACHINES

Murata Machinery's has developed a highly precise turning machine in a compact size to accommodate the downsizing and high precision of diversified components. Muratec offers turnkey system solutions with the compact

size machine configuration including peripheral devices like a high-speed 3-axis gantry loader. Murata Machinery presents the newly developed high productivity multi-tasking machine, the MT100 In-line Opposed Twin Spindle CNC Turning Machine features a 6-in chuck and Z/Y-axis servo dr ive capabil it ies that ensure multiple operations by use of multiple turrets (two or three turrets as option) to deliver

flexible bar and chuck work. All-in one solution along with flexible automation is realized. Y-axis movement is available on both the upper and lower turrets. Simultaneous live tool machining is possible utilizing both of 15-station upper and lower turrets for each spindle. An 11/7.5kW motor rotates the spindle at a top speed of 5,000rpm. Axis strokes of 150 (X), 200 (Z), and ±30 (Y)mm on the upper turret and 150 (X), 620 (Z), and ±30 (Y)mm on the lower turret are ava i l ab l e , r e spec t ive ly . Mura ta Machinery exhibits the MT200 In-line Opposed Twin Spindle CNC Turning Machine and MW 40/MW200/MW120EX Twin Spindle CNC Chuckers at Hall 4/B10・C07.

Citizen Machinery’s ‘Ko No Ryosan’ (mass customization) is a new concept from C i t i zen tha t fuses two norma ly conflicting modes of production. Citizen MultiStationMachiningCell, MC20 is able to satisfy both the needs of mass production using standardization and modular design with the ability to accomplish high variety and low volume providing flexibility of production methods. By combining three machining modules in a multi-station configuration,

the MC20 will support a variety of machining layouts to make ultra-high productivity levels. The Citizen MC20 comprises three similar modules capable to provide a turnkey solution in a single dedicated machine with a high degree of flexibility to blend the customer's requirements with Citizen’ s technology. Coupled with a headstock, each module can be equipped with a variety of chucking systems and a gang tool post that can accommodate up to 6 tools. “Opt imiza t i on o f the mach in ing processes” is achieved by selecting the right combination of modules to shorten machining times and creates ultra-high levels of productivity. Citizen Machinery wil l demonstrate several s l iding headstock/fixed headstock types CNC automatic lathes along with this MultiStationMachiningCell at Hall 02/E19・F17.

TURNING MACHINES

The TMA8FE CNC Turning Center from Tsugami Corporation adopts 5-axis simultaneous controlled machining capability in all in one task that enables it to machine complex-shaped parts such as impellers and screws. It realizes high-quality machining at overwhelming cost

performance. By process integration it reduces the number of operators and machines, delivering a shortened leadtime. Also, it is ideal for wide variety of products in smal l quant i ty of complicated shape parts. Crossed at the right angle slide constructon assures high accuracy complex machining and free-chip flow. The linear scales on the X-axis, Y-axis and Z-axis are instatlled as standard. It can satisfy endusers’ needs of high accurate machining operations. A 15 /11kW main motor turns the A2-6 spindle at a top speed of 5,000rpm and a 7.5/3.7kW tool spindle motor output is rated at a top speed of 20,000rpm, while the direct drive B-axis indexing angles range from ‒15deg to ＋ 195deg and tool spindle angles/positions of 90deg/4 positions are available. Axis-strokes are 430 (X)/130 (Y: ＋ 60/- 70mm)/580 ＋ 30 (Z) and 750mm (A). In addition to machining diameter of up to 250mm and maximum machining length of 580mm, bar stock chucking capacity of 65mm are provided. An ATC holds CAPTO C4 tool of up to 60. Being shown from Tsugami Corporation are two CNC Precision Automatic Lathes at Hall 02/E23・F23.

Six CNC automatic lathes showcased from Nomura DS of which three models are newly developed. The new YB series, the NN-32YB2 XB model, CNC automatic

lathe features the XB unit mounted, holding tools of up to 33 (38 tools as optional) with B-axis tilting angles of 90deg, newly equipped with a sub side tool post that installs 6 OD tools and 5 live tools, as well as expaneded stroke ranges and power output inceased by employing a servomotor. High efficiency production and complicated machining can be poss ible by the opt imum alignment of No.1 (main/15-tool) and No.2 (back/7-tool) tool posts made up of special casting iron. Sliding surface is crafted by scraping task to provide l o n g e r - l a s t i n g a n d h i g h r i g i d performance. The CNC automatic lathe (NN-32YB2 model) has a 3.7/5.5kW motor driving the main spindle at a top speed of 8,000rpm. Maximum machining diameter of 32mm and machining length of up to 190mm/one chuck are listed,

respectively. In addition, two brand-new CNC automatic lathes such as the NN-32UB8 compact model having the sub-side tool post to expand working ranges and reduce cycle times and the NN-10EX model mounting built-in motors on the main-/sub-side tool posts to cut small workpieces with diameters up to 10mm are available. Nomura DS will display these products at Hall 02/F30.

CNC sliding head lathes from Star Micronics are capable of the economical and reliable production of high precision parts, requiring a well-trained motivated team ‒ and also well-equipped and efficient machinery. The SR-38 Type B, CNC Swiss-Type Automatic Lathe as the world premire will be displayed, in which the B-axis system is incorporated to provide that l ive tools can be controlled at any of angles for machining complicated parts. The new balance cut

turning system is also employed. The Y-axis s l ideway of the too l post configurates a slanted dovetail structure. Because of this, the X- and Y-axis slideways can be arranged in a pattern close to the cutting point, inceasing machine rigidity that offers heavy OD cutting. The SR-38 Type is the biggest model of Star's SR series that meets various and sophisticated requirements from customers . Also , exhibit ing ptoducts from Star Mictronics are the SW-12R II CNC Swiss-Type Automatic Lathe with opposite gantry tool posts for ma c h i n i n g sma l l d i ame t e r s o f workpieces, and the ST-20 Swiss-Type Automatic Lathe with three turret type tool posts for processing of complicated parts. Star Micronics will demonstrate six types of Swiss-type automatics at Hall 04/A46・B33.

TAKAMAZ XW-130M, new CNC 2-Spindle, 2-Turret Precision Lathe from Takamatsu Machinery has live tool units that are suitable for use with an 8-in chuck. Up to 20 live tools can be mounted, satisfying requirements for processs integration through complicated machining. This model incorporates original functional materials in the head/loader stand section, and has been given

a construction that dampens vibration (patent pending). The XW-130M is designed to allow work to be done in a

comfortable posture along with a restricted spindle center height of 1,000mm and improved access to the spindle chuck and workpiece turnover unit. Its features include an east-to-use swiveling operation panel, and a portable handy teaching terminal for the loader. This 8-in chuck size and an A2-6 spindle nose ensure a top spindle speed of 4,000rpm. Axis strokes of the tool post (10-station turret×2) are 170 (X) and 220mm (Z) . The newly developed XW-30PLUS CNC 2-spindle, 2-slide precision lathe and the XY-120PLUS CNC mul t i - t u rn ing cen ter f r om Takamatsu Machinery will be also on display at Hall 05/B08・C05.

The TMX-2000S Productive Multi-tasking Machine from Takisawa Machine Tool is ideal for comprising multitasking cells. The TMX series come in three models such as the TMX-2000 with an NC servo tailstock, the TMX-2000S with an opposite spindle and the TMX-2000G with a built-in gantry loader. It features its Y-axis stroke of 230mm in cartesian coordinates and Takisawa original d i a l o g u e s o f t w a r e “T i w a P - 1 . ” S imul taneous 5-ax is heavy‒duty multitasking machining operations can be done on difficult-to-cut materials such

as inconel and titanium that are used in the aerospace and a wider variety of engineering fields. By arranging the tool spindle at the center of two columns of the TMX machine, the highly rigid s t ruc ture wi th a comple te hea t displacement measure enables it to deliver heavy cutting performance. Avialabe in the opposite spindle, TMX-2000S has two 8-in chucks (left/right), providing bar capacity of 65mm in the left and 51mm in the right to deliver compl icated machin ing tasks . A maximum turning length of 565mm and turning diameter up to 500mm are available. A 15/11kW motors turn the two (left/right) spindles at top speeds of 5,000rpm. Axis travels are listed as 630 (X), 230 (Y), 690mm (Z), along with 360deg (C) and B-axis swivel range of 230deg. Takisawa's products including TS-5000Y/4000YS multitasking machines will be shown at Hall 09/D22・E19.

EDM/GRINDERS/OTHER MACHINES

Sodick has differentiated itself in EDMing/diesinking EDM marketplace by using linear motors, instead of ballscrews. Sodick will demonstrate the new OPM250L as the specimen model, linear-motor driven, one process milling center. Sodick metal 3D printer provides the one-stop solution to customers. Core-technologies for whole manufacturing process are developed within Sodick group. The one process milling is the

fully-automated manufacturing method of which Sodick newly purposes. First, it melts a metal powder by scanning the laser beam. Then the OPM250L finishes the workpice surface and shape by cutting with machining tools. All these process is done by one machine. It even offers the 3D cooling pipes inside the dies and molds. The Sodick linear motor drive method is excellent in speed and positioning accuracy, and since there is no mechanical contact, it maintains high responsiveness, stability, maintainability and reability over long period. The performance of this l inear motor demonstrates maximum performance in combination with the motion controller (K-SMC) that Sodick has developed over the years. The new “LN2RP” has been developed for OPM250L that is smoothly

connected all manufacturing process. It supports the 3D cooling pipe system for inside mold by water tube design support CAD, and simulates the resin temperature by CAE. It offers the one stop manufacturing method for dies by OPM250L, after NC program creation of a dedicated CAM from designed CAD data. Axis travels of 260 (X) × 260 (Y) ×260mm (U) with a spindle Z-axis travel of 100mm. The oscillator is Yb fiber laser with a laser wavelength of 1,070nm and maximum output of 500W. Spindle speeds range from 6,000 to 45,000rpm. Also, being shown from Sodick are the SLC 600G linear motor driven wire-cut EDM, and AG60L diesinking EDM at Hall 09/A26・B17.

Mitsubishi Electric will unveil the MP series, a new wire-cut EDM system that meets anticipations for ultrahigh accuracy. MP series comes in two models , of which the MP1200 has working diameters of 810 (W)/700 (D)/215mm (H) with axis travels of 400/300/220mm (X/Y/Z), while the MP 2400 offers working diameters of 1,050 (W)/820 (D)/305mm(H) with axis travels

of 600/400/310mm (X/Y/Z). It is fully equipped with useful functions for manufacturing workpieces, featuring refined style, high performance, energy savings and vast expertise. A linear shaft motor, LSM is incorporated. Circular accuracy within 1μm is realized using optical drive system (ODS). High speed machining is enhanced by improved

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power supply for fine surface finish. New annealing system greatly improves wire threading with a curl ratio of less than 10%. Wire break point insertion is greatly improved for thin workpieces. Wire threading is suitable for workpiece shape ( ie , je t s tream on/of f and submerged break point insertion). Other features include a 3-sided elevating work-t ank and compat ib le workp iece automatic changing tasks using a robotic system. Ultrahigh precision machining levels such as a pitch /shape accuracy of ±1μm, circular accuracy of 0.8μm, optimum surface of Rz 0.6μm/Ra 0.12μm (steel) and taper accuracy of ±0.01deg are accomplished. The MV4800 wire-cut EDM and EA12S diesinking EDM and others from Mitsubishi Electric will be demonstrated at Hall 18/C17.

The ACC104CAIII, the high precision surface form grinder from Okamoto Machine Tool Works has placed special emphasis on the three axes ball screw drive motion that greatly affects ultrahigh precision form grinding operations, and makes use of its uniquely all axes feeding function that has no need for NC controlled compensation, enabling it to realize ultahigh accuracies on the three axes movement. The 7.5kW motor revs a wheel spindle with speeds of 500-2,500rpm, along with an electromagnetic

chuck capacity of 1,000×400×1,000mm. Its table working surface is listed as 1,010×400mm. The axis feeding ranges of 40,000mm/min (X-axis/longitudinal)×5,000mm/min (Z-axis/cross)×2,000mm/min (Y-axis/vertical) are available, while a grinding wheel sizes measure 355 (OD)×38 (W)×127mm ( ID) . Okamoto Machine Tool’ s products include the UGM5V CNC vertical universal grinder that gurantees high accuracies of straightness and cylidricity on angular, internal , cylindrical and shoulder grinding operations, and the UPZ-52Li series column-traveling type ultrahigh precision form gringer with a table linear motor drive system featuring multi-position capabilities. Okamoto’ s modern grinders will be on display at Hall 14/N02.

Fanuc exhibits new Fanuc Robot CR-35iA, the world premiere as a 35kg payload collaborative robot that has six controlled axes capabilities. This robot and human operator can work together within a shared workspace without safety fences. Also it is capable of working in cooperation with a human operator in the cases of heavy workpiece transferring and parts assembling operations. Coupled with its safty functions, the robot stops safly when it touches a human operator, and safely gentle looking green soft cover reduces

an impact force and prevents a human operator from being pinched. The CR-35iA model is certified to meet the requirements of international standard ISO 10218-1. Also, the latest intelligent functions such as iRvision (integrated vision) are available. This robot is designed with the same high reliability as conventional robots. Motion ranges of

the articulated type robot with 6 controled axes are listed as the J1 axis rotation of 340deg, J2 axis rotation of 165deg, J3 axis rotation of 312deg, J 4axis wrist rotations of 400deg, J5 axis wrist swing of 220deg and J6 axis wrist rotation of 900deg. A variety of advance products from Fanuc including new 30i series of CNC systems as well as the α-NIiA ultra precision machines will be demonstrated at Hall 03/E02・G01.

CUTTING TOOLS

New tungsten carbide end mills, the Unimax series, from Union Tool are designed for machining cemented carbide and hard brittle materials. Diamond coated 2-flute UDC series comes in three different geometries, short ball type, long ball type and corner radius type. Sizes go from 0.20-6.00mm for ball types and from 0.50-2.00mm for corner radius type. Thanks to direct milling strategies for 3 dimensionally complicated shapes, operators can skip electrical discharge machining (EDMing)

or grinding operations that save machining time of up to 80%. Using fine particle composition control, the UDC coating has dramatically enhanced hardness and durability. In case of a deep cut into the cemented carbide, the UDCB (high-grade ball end mill) creates a ‘fan shaped’ chip, just like cutting steels. A variety of Union Tool's products will be shown at Hall 06/L32.

New “TOGLON Hard Drill Series” from Iwata Tool is capable of dri l l ing operations on harded steel with HRC of 40-72. Especially “TOGLON Hard Long Drill” enables it to process deep hole dr i l l ing tasks over 30D. Also , i t accomplishes deep-hole drilling of a cooling cavity, ejector pin and other parts to eliminate shifting work materials to the electrical discharge machine, and

afterwards it is able to usually make direct processing in the die/mold. For hardened steel (40-72HRC) such as die steel, Kover and Hastelloy, outstanding surface finish and tool life are impossible

to reach with conventional tools. Its TOGLON Hard SP Mimiture Hard SP comes in eight models. Its minimal chamfering diameters range from 0.6 to 4mm, and shank diameters range from 3-20mm, respectively. The GP drill can do ultrafast speed processing (0.25sec/hole) tasks. By using original flute-shape outer corner, feedrates of 2-3 times are available, the maker says. Iwata Tool's products will be on display at Hall 10/A20.

New center drill, the MHCDS Medium Hard series from Yamawa Mfg. is designed for running at high speed applications in carbon steel of middle hardness. Available in overall length projection and high shank tolerance, the center drill has the cutting edge on one end only , enabl ing it to improve posit ioning accuracy. Due to the clearance between cutter point and bottom of cutter hole, the cutting edge length（ℓ）is made as short as possible to enhance toughness. To increase centrality, the drill point has 3 rakes and

X thinning design, which delivers high speed cutting processing and feeding. Increased centrality leads to great improvement of surface finish and circularity of the center drill hole. Its center drill come in six dimensions and sizes. It shows differences in damage to the cutting edge between a CD-S and an MHCDS (3 × 60deg × 8) after cutting 480 holes using the same cutting conditions. In this case, the MHCDS realizes smaller wear and edge damage, allowing it to run much further than a standard center dri l l . Yamawa’ s products will be shown at Hall 10/C05.

Today’ s manufacturing industry is evolving and each day brings a new

challenge. The rapid introduction of new materials and machining techniques has p r omp t e d t h e d e v e l o pmen t o f sophisticated cutting tools. In order to meet the diverse needs of clients, OSG has established a new product brand, the “A Brand,” which is comprised of OSG's latest high performance cutting tool innovation, and offers two separate lineups based on application needs. One of a variety of exhibits from OSG is the A-TAP, highly efficient multi-purpose tap series, which is designed to excel in a wide range of materials and applications. Its excellent chip evacuation enables stable tapping performance. Availabe in various shank styles, oversized and short chamfering types are made up of the series. Features include a sharp cutting edge, variable lead flute, V-coating and powder metallurgy HSS (CPM). In addition, the WDO-SUS coolant-through carbide drill is provided it to make high

efficiency and stable drilling processing tasks. Common machining problems associated with these materials include a work hardening tendency, elongation of chips, low thermal conductivity and welding on cutting tool. Excellent chip evacuation and cooling ability are realized due to its original oil-hole design “MEGA COOLER.” Both of 3D and 5D drills are expandable to 14 additional sizes of which 3D drill diameters of 54 sizes ranging from 2.8mm to 7.25mm are avialble. Several kinds of OSG products will be exhibiting at Hall 06/M12.

XEBEC Technology provides completely new abrasive stones and deburring tools with its revolutionary technology using ceramics fibers. Each bristle is made from fixing 500-1,000 ceramics fibers. The tips of each fiber, a few dozen microns in diameters, form the cutting edge. Three features of the XEBEC Brush include a s u p e r i o r g r i n d i n g f o r c e w i t h overwhelming cutting edges, cutting edges keeping tasks, and no deformation. The high grinding power exhibited by thousands of cutting surfaces reliably removes burrs. The self-sharpening fiber

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structure works to the very end without losing grinding power. The brushes made of a high-density fiber structure, have high rigidity and do not become distorted in repeated operations. Both of

unmatched grinding force and cutting power are ideal for automated fine deburring and surface finishing in wet or dry condit ions . Brush colors are selectable according to quality of workpiece materials and burr thicknees, and brush diameters are about 1.5-2 times compared with the size of width to be processed. The new XEBEC Self Adjusting Sleeve features a unique zero momentary stop, unnecessary for brush projection adjustment to meet tool change timing, along with improvement in tool life by 50%. XEBEC's products will be shown at Hall 09/A08.

The SSPBTN220 Series, the new CBN Super Spiral Long Taper Neck Ball End Mill from NS Tool realizes more rigidity, by adopting CBN long neck ball end mill

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with taper neck. Both of efficiency and accuracy are increased in conformity with taper neck design and spiral ball shape that improve sharpness in finish processing on deep milling tasks. This series comes in 40 models ranging from ball radius to neck taper angle or shank diameters. Also, the SSPB220 Series, CBN Super Spiral Ball End Mill having spiral ball shape provides sharpness of cutting edge, realizing chiping resistance of cutting edges. When peripheral cutting edge makes contact with cutting surface, vibration occurs by an increase in cutting resistance and it affects tool life and cutting surface quality. The influence can be reduced by adoption of the strong back taper shape. The series comes in 22 models, ranging from effective lengths to overall lengths. Also, the SSPBL220 Series of longer effective length type is added to the above SSPB220. NS Tool will demonstrate CBN end mills, ball end mills and other cutting tools at Hall 06/P09.

Mitsubishi Materials’ MC60 series of grades are designed for increased stability and wide range of steel turning applications. The MC 6015 grade offers substantially better wear resistance even at cutting speeds that exceed 300m/min, whilst the MC6025 grade offers excellent welding and fracture resistance for general purpose and medium interrupted applications. The patented technology,

MC6015 featuring optimized crystal growth, Nano-texture coating gives ou t s t and ing wear and ch ipp ing resistance. The interface between layers is controlled at nano level, allowing the TOUGH-Grip layer extremely high levels of adhesion to prevent delamination. The gold colored top faces deliver excellent

heat and wear resistance. A special Ti compound layer also offers extremely good heat resistance and further helps prevention of crater wear of the flat Al2O3. This makes it suitable for high speed, high efficiency machining. The flank surface are coated an extremely smooth layer to prevent abnormal wear or weld chipping. The new technology used in the MC6025 ensures a tough edge layer that vastly reduces crack development and fracturing. Mitsubishi Materials products including the WSX445 low-cutting resistance double sided insert face mills and CERAMIC Corner Radius End Mills will be shown at Hall 06//H08・L07．

Tungaloy's TungJet of high-pressure, double coolant system increases productivity by forming short chips in machining difficult-to-cut materials and gummy steels. TungJet supplies high-pressure coolant from two directions in which coolant is delivered directly to the cutting point through the toolholder's top nozzle that is located very close to the cutting edge and to the insert's clearance surface through the frontal coolant hole. Long tool life is also achieved by coolant from frontal hole as coolant supplied to the cutting point prevents flank wear. Even under normal coolant pressure with existing equipment, TungJet improves tool life, and benefit can be enjoyed for stainless and alloy steels as

well as heat-resistant alloy. The Tang-Tri can give end users an economical solution when shoulder milling with an innovative 3 cornered insert. By adopting an ‘anti-chatter’ flank design and helical cutting edge, the Tung-Tri series creates a smooth cutting action with impeccable surface finishes and remarkable wall stra ightness . Tungaloy products including the TungSix-Drill, the world’ s only indexable drill offering 6 cutting edges will be shown at Hall 06/H02・L01．

Kyocera exhibi ts the MFH High Efficiency and High Feed Milling Cutter is designed for applicable to wide ranges of workpieces made from steel and heat resistant alloy along with various applications with 3 types of inserts. Its features include resistane to chattering with 3D convex cutting edge, high efficiency roughing enabling cutting time reduced greatly, multi-functional cutter for ramping, helical milling operations, and low cutting force design ensuring high efficiency machining on small machining centers (BT30/BT40). Sizes of MFH Mini with double-sided 4 edges ranges from 16 to 32mm in diameter, while sizes of MFH Harrier with single-sided 4 edges ranges from 25 to 160mm in diameter, respectively. New insert grades “MEGACOAT NANO” PR1535 are applicable to difficult-to-cut materials

such as Ni-based head resistant alloy, titanium alloy and precipitation hardenss stainless steel. The new grade is ideally suited for hard-to-cut materials, which controls sudden fractures and realizes stable machining. “MEGACOAT NANO” Hybr id Cermet , TN620/PV720 i s designed for steel machining. Innovative new cermet insert grade that combines stablility surface finish gererated by special reinforcement technology (Hybrid Technology). Three types of special reinforcement technology realize the superior fracture resistance and wear resistance. A variety of products from Kyocera including MFK multi-edge cutter for cast iron machining will be demonstrated at Hall 10/A18・B09.

Dijet Industrial will display the “SKS EXTREME” next generation high feed machining cutter that improves insert strength by 1.5 times compared with conventional tool. This new PVD coated grade of ‘JC7560’ has double-sided insert offering 6 corners and realizes longer tool life. It is possible to make high feed machining operation on fz=2mm/t in case of maximum depth of cut (ap) of 3mm. The SKS EXTREME cutter is capable of high feed machining in case of long overhang length o f L/D=6. Excellent performance in ramping operation and helical interpolation are accomplished. Also it performs high efficient pocket milling. The new PVD coated grade o f JC7560 features improved heat-fracture resistance and impact strength as well as thermal shock

resistance in case of rough milling processes. Due to wedge-shaped binding face of insert, only single screw clamp prevents movement of inserts, delivering easy changing corners of inserts . Adopted GN surface-hardening treatment on high-strength steel gives high hardness over 65HRC and secures insert pocket and holder against thermal deformation, enhancing body durability and tool life by 30% or more. It makes the grade difficult to be damaged even under severe cutting conditions. Also, rust proof and anti-welding effect is much improved. Dijet Industrial will be demonstrating a wide range of products at Hall 06/N15.

Fuji BC Engineering exhibits the original drill heads, guide pads and cutting inserts with excellent hole straightness, dimensional accuracy and surface finishing, which are accomplished by use of its field-proven technology and skillful craftsmanship. The vacuum brazing machine featuring its vacuum brazing method realizes shortened construction p e r i o d a n d w o r k e n v i r o nmen t improvement as well as brazing strength

enhancement. This machine provides every customer to easily braze diamond and cemented carbide. Its CVD diamond material is one of the most advantage characteristics of CVD method that enables it to make large sized single crystal of 12mm. For more than 20 years, Company keeps supplying high-quality deep hole dri l l ing tools that are compatible boring bars with Sandvik, Botek and Iscar. A variety of products from Fuji BC Engineering will be demonstrated at Hall 06/N28.

ANCILLARY EQUIPMENTFOR MACHINE TOOLS

IKO (Nippon Thompson) showcases the C-Lube that is the most advanced self-lubrication system exclusively available for IKO Linear Motion Rolling Guides. The C-Lube system guarantees a travel distance of more than 20,000km for the linear motion guide, without any of lubrication service. This ensures a reliable and safe operation of the mach i n e and a t t h e s ame t ime preserving valuable resources. IKO MX of roller-type Linear Motion Rolling Guides that are dependable, rugged accurate, and have smooth motion characteristics. These linear guides are ideally suited for a wide variety of severe applications, such as machining tools and heavy-duty machines. Superior running accuracy and higher rigidity improve the performance of the machine tool effectively and/or smaller size of roller-type can minimize the size of the guiding stage, while retaining all favorable technical features including

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lifetime. Its C-Wiper is an additional seal to protect Linear Motion Rolling Guides from dusty environment and other harmful foreign particles. By severe testing in fine steel powder and/or coolant mist environments, the excellent

sealing performance and high durability are proven. Linear Motion Guides fitted with C-Wiper were tested in an environment of fine metal particles (125μm or less, HRC 40 to 50, 10g/hr.) and only minor amount of steel particles were found inside of slide unit after 1,000km operation with no damage to the raceway part. IKO displays a wide selection of Linear Motion Rolling Guides providing all above unique features at Hall 11/H39.

New series 30i/31i/32i/35i-MODEL B from Fanuc offer nano CNC systems for high-speed and high-accuracy machining as well as wide application ranges. New serires comes in five models that provide maximum number of paths raging from two to ten , and tota l number o f controlled axes ranging from 16 to 40. Th e FANUC S e r i e s 31i - B w i t h simultaneous controlled 4 axes can control axes of 26 (20 feeds/6 spindles,) delivering the world’ s highest level of performance. Coupled with abundant funct ions and advanced contro l technology, this FANUC CNC core model is ideal for high performance lathes and machining centers. The FANUC Serirs 31i-B5 with controlled axes of 26 (20 feeds/6 spindles) has 5-axis simultaneous machining functions and can machine complex shapes with high accuracy and high quality. It is best suited for leading edge 5-axis maching centers. The FANUC Series 32i-B with simultaneous controlled 4 axes can control axes of 16 (10 feeds/6 spindles.) This is a standard model providing versati le CNC functions that are designed for the control standard lathes and machining centers. Also, the FANUC Series 30i-B with simultaneous controlled 24 axes can control the total axes of 40 (32 feeds/8 spindles.) The 30i-B is an advanced CNC for multi-axis, multi-path

machine tools. Due to the high number of controlled axes and paths, various machining processes can be executed at the same time. The 5-axis machining function also allows machining of

complex shapes. It facilitates the flexibility to control several types of machine tools. The FANUC Series 35i-B with simultaneous controlled 4 axes can control the total axes of 20 (16 feeds/4 spindles.) This CNC is for transfer lines. It has powerfull PMC functions and basic CNC capabilities. The 35i-B can execute simple machining at high speeds. A variety of advance products form Fanuc including the CR-35iA new collaborative robot as well as the α-NIiA ultra precis ion nano machines wil l be demonstrated at Hall 03/E02・G01.

Nikken will be showcasing a wide range of new and upgraded products at EMO Milano. Building on the launch of X-TREME at EMO Hannover 2013 there have been significant developments in performance, resulting in the launch of the X-TREME Heavy Milling Chuck. X-TREME principles are now also being applied to create a unique Shrink X-TREME (S-EX) milling chuck. The Nikken NC Tooling range is further enhanced with the new Advanced Mini-Mini Holder, incorporating TiN bearing (HV2, 200) for improved tightening and clamping, offering superior performance

and accuracy at up to 30,000rpm (G2.5.) Nikken precision CNC rotary tables are used extensively on a wide range of vertical machining centers to prove 4th and 5th axis capabilities, maximizing efficiency and increasing productivity. Through a p r oce s s o f c on s t an t innovation, Nikken continually extend and enhance their product range to a d a p t t o t h e n e e d s o f m od e r n manufacturing. Nikken are showcasing the new 5AX-100 compact 5th Axis Rotary Table in a live application with a FANUC r o b o t - l o a d i n g a rm t o demonstrate an automated production process. For applications where there is needs for the rotary table to be extremely compact , Nikken have developed the CNC204 with a total width of only 105mm, making it ideally suited to applications where available space is limited. Nikken will also be displaying the newly developed CNCB630 Big Bore rotary table, designed to meet the needs of oil/gas industry to perform multi-axis machining operations on the large diameter piping parts. A wide range of Nikken's new and upgraded products will be displayed at Hall 10/C17.

MMK Matsumoto will display a new product, the E-CHUCK, EMA8-10 system provides that clamping and unclamping tasks powered by electricity. Electrically powered chucking system by use of the touch panel enables any of required c lamping force inputs to reduce deflection in case of application to thinner workpieces. Due to a large

claming stroke of 40mm in diameter, one chuck jaw clamps electrically various parts, then, it makes a start in machining operations. Unlike conventional jaw changing systems, MMK Matsumoto's patented, automatic jaw changing power chuck system (AJC Chuck) offers the capability to directly load a workpiece. AJC series comes in six models of which chuck diameters range from 220mm to 457mm, and jaw stroke diameters range from 7.6mm to 13.3mm. Matsumoto's SB series, true five axis, tilting tables are designed specially for processing complex components, dies/molds, as well

as aerospace and medical parts. Its SBii170 table combines inceassed speed, outstanding precision and flexibility required for tight tolerance, five-axis, hard-milling applications. The spindle-movement offers an indexer range of 360 degrees and can rotate endlessly. A high precision hollow thru-hole with an opening diameter of 122mm accepts cutting parts up to 4.8 inches. Since the workpiece continuosly rotates, the EDM wire can stay perpendicular the entire time to provide stability. Products from MMK Matsumoto will be shown at Hall 11/H32

Both the CKR160 Ultra Compact NC Rotary Table and the TT150 Tilting NC Rotary from Kitagawa Iron Works are newly des igned for max imiz ing machining applications on a wide range of smaller CNC machines. The CKR160 ultra compact NC rotary table features the world’ s thinnest body of 99mm with the biggest thru-hole diameter of 65mm, requiring the smallest footprint. It offers wider machining area, and is suitable for using with trunnion jig. Built-in rotary joint is available as option. The rotary joint no longer has any block. Its body is still 99mm even the rotary joint mounted,

and also available for vertical mounting. The number of supply ports is 7. With no interference，its model can be installed on No. 30 tapered tapping centers. The TT150 tilting NC rotary table has a compact body design to minimize the total height keeping less high-column of the machine. High stiffness and clamp torque of the main spindle are realized. Kitagawa's products including the DLN series Dual Lock Chuck for exclusively OD griping, along wi th severa l types o f anc i l l a ry equipment for machine tools will be shown at Hall 02/H27.

THK, as a pioneer of the linear motion systems, is a practically a global standard model. As machine elements manufacturer with world No.1 share, Company has newly developed a wide range of highly rigid, enhanced precision and eco-friendly products. The Caged Ball LM Guide, SPR/SPS, the super-high rigidity/ultra-low waving LM guide with a ball cage structure, which uses eight rows of grooves to provide higher rigidity than that of a roller guide. Incorporated with small-diameter balls and ultra-long block, super-low waving motion is achieved. The Caged Roller LM

Guide, SRG/SRW, is designed to deliver low-friction, smooth motion and long-term maintenance-free operation by using of a roller cage. In addition, ultra-high rigidity rollers with low elastic deformation are used as the rolling elements, and the roller diameter and the roller length are optimized. The lines of rollers are placed at a contact angle of 45deg, so that the same rated load is applied in four directions (radial, reverse-radial and lateral), enabling the LM Guide to be used in all orientations and in extensive applications. THK’ s ultra-high rigidity/ultra-low waving LM guides, high-load and high-speed caged ballscrews, high speed roller rings, and electric actuators; as well as other advanced products will be showcased at at Hall 05/C07.

Tsudakoma products are being used all over the world for high-precision machining in automobile, aerospace and electronics industries. Company exhibits a small sized standard NC tilting table for the first time, which adopts newly developed ball gear drive system, named “BallDrive.” This innovative system differs completely from conventional worm gear drive systems. No-backlash, high speed and high rigidity represent the main feature of TSUDAKOMA “BallDrive.” The system permits to get machining with no clamp. No time of claming /unclamping and high speed i n d e x i n g m o r e t h a n t w i c e a s conventional model, enables a shorter c y c l e t ime a nd c o n t r i b u t e s t o exponentially improve productivity. Great accuracy to main gear parts like camshaft and turret permits to get no-backlash. Furthermore, indrexing accuracy and repeatability are at the

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highest possible level. Maintenance-free is one of the best features thanks to high efficient power transmission by use of rolling steel balls and extremely small wear and aging deterioration. Its specs include a spindle diameter of 100mm with a 500Nm claming torque, its table holding a workpiece weight of up to 40kg, and maximum rotation speeds of 50rpm (rotary axis) and 50rpm (tilting axis), along with tilting ranges from ‒ 30deg to ＋ 110deg. Tsudakoma’ s upgraded CNC rotary tables with diameters ranging from 100 to 4,000mm, and many workholding products for a variety of engineering fields will be demonstrated at Hall 04/C13.

The Shrink-Fit Holder “SlimLine MONO CURVE” series from MST Corporation is designed for performing well in 5-axis faster machining operations. Its optimum holder shape for 5-axis machining is as slim a design as possible in the tip. In addition, rigidity is important even if the neck of the holder is thick and long. The SlimLine MONO CURVE achieves such an ideal holder design for 5-axis machining with its unique secondary curve. Features include high rigidity, strong clamping force and high accuracy. Added new variety of shrink-fit holders comes in two models such as a Slimline Hyper Version and Slimline Z type. Its Hyper Version is made up of a short type

for No. 40 tapered machining centers which is ideal for high ef f ic ient machining due to reduced chattering, and a heavy-duty type for No.50 tapered machining centers is suitable for preventing cutter slippage and pulling out. The Slimline Z type features super accuracy and ultimate gripping strength. Also, its anti-slippage and anti-pulling-out configuration deliver tool life extended when doing heavy duty machining and absolutely no worry of the tool slipping and pul l ing out , even i f the tool chattering. MST Corporation will demonstrate several kinds of products including these “Slimline” seriers at Hall

06/N14・P13.

NSK supplies ball screws and roller guides benefiting from NSK production technology ensuring high precision and quality. Newly developed X1 seal combines high dustproof performance with grease retension capability. These improvements contribute to longer service life for machine tools and reduce

environmental impact. Features include particle penetration ratio reduced to less than 1/30 of existing standard seals, lubricant consumption being reduced and grease spattering suppressed, the function enabling even more effective with an automatic grease supply system, and low seal torque achieving optimized seal shape. Company has developed a new member for robust series angular contact ball bearing, which is popular for use in the main shafts of lathes and machining centers that require a high vibration precision and revolution speed. This new offering achieves improved seizure resistance (more than 20 times in terms of time-to-seizure) and life compared to the conventional type, and it also improves the environmental performance and productivity of machine tools. New grease enables it to deliver operation reability for bearings used in machine tool main spindles, making it possible to operate at higher speeds and higher load conditions than with convetional grease. Added to the above-mentioned ptoducts, NSK will display RACEGRD grease bearings for machine tool spindles at Hall 09/B08・C07.

Magnescale has succeeded in the development of an exposed type absolute/incremental magnetic linear encoder with a resolution in nanometer range, which is ready to release to the market as SmartScale. This product is

the world’ s first exposed type magnetic encoder achiev ing reso lut ion in nanometer range based on the most advanced magnetic device technology as well as by improvement of magnetic medium, and the development of a new algorithm processing circuit (based upon

internal investigation). The new encoder provides high reliability under compact size by an exposed type design which is consisted of less mechanical components such as protective cover, as compared to the enclosed type linear encoders.Exposed ablolute magnetic linear encoder protection grade of IP67 rating and exposed incremental magnetic linear encoder protection grade of IP65 rating with a smal l head are avai lable . Resolutions range from 0.005μm to 0.5μm for Absolute type and range from 0.01μm to 0.5μm for Incremental type. The robust type SR 67A and the slim type SR27A absolute magnetic linear encoders have been developed for high-precision and high-speed positioning in harsh environment. The MG50/DF800S Tough Sensor provides high durability and high precision in an extremely slim form factor. It is a combination of high precision Digital Gauge and a compact Digital Tolerance Indicator intended to c o nn e c t d i r e c t l y t o a PLC f o r applications. A variety of Magnescale brands will be shown at Hall 05/C22.

Mitutoyo is proud to have reached its leading position in the micrometer market through a spirit of innovation, imagination and added value. Mitutoyo launches a new in-line CNC Coordinate

Measur ing Machine (CMM) , the MACH-V, which substitutes a flexible measurement system for series of gauge m e a s u r e m e n t o n p o w e r t r a i n manu f a c tu r i ng l i n e s . The h i gh accleration, high-speed probe movement results in high-throughput measurement. The shop floor CMM for today’ s product ion i s required for easy integration into manufacturing cells. High speed offers the shortest cycle time, and the compact design permits a l imited footprint , while the open measurement volume eases part loading

and handling by conveyers or robots. Last but not least, MACH‒V 9106 is temperature stable in typical shop floor environment. The world’ s fastest CNC vertical axis, in-line CMM world-beating acceleration (8,660mm/s2,) measuring speed (at the moment contact: 20mm/s) as well as drive speed. Axis measuring ranges are 900/1,000/600mm (X/Y/Z) with a resoluton of 0.1μm. It holds a workpiece mass of up to 150kg with 600mm in height. Other measuring equipment including an Agile Measuring System, MACH Ko-ga-me that is used in standalone applicaton or integrated into work cells, from Mitutoyo will be on display at Hall 05/C28・D19.

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