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Leak Detection Kit for Aviation Fluid Systems
The ALK-365 Aviation Fluid Leak Detection Kit works with all petroleum- and synthetic-based lubricants and fluids.

This kit includes a powerful, cordless, rechargeable Optimax 365 UV LED leak detection flashlight with state-of-the-art, ultra-hi-flux LED technology. The flashlight is four times brighter than other high-intensity UV lamps.

The kit includes an 8oz (237ml) bottle of Aero-Brite universal fluorescent dye, and an 8oz (237ml) bottle of GLO-AWAY dye cleaner, smart AC and DC chargers, a belt holster, and UV-absorbing glasses. Convenient packaging of all components is in a soft carrying case.

Spectronics Corp.
Westbury, NY
spectroline.com

Grinding Filtration System
The optional magnetic separator prefilter and collection unit handles high volume swarf applications with ease. Ideal for the grinding, honing, and lapping, the Rush Grinding Fluid Filtration System is a high performance filtration system that utilizes edge filtration technology. Balanced clean and dirty fluid tank sizes ensure separation of clean and dirty fluids, even during the automatic regeneration cycle.

Rush Machinery Inc.
Rushville, NY
rushmachinery.com

Digital Micrometer 0.1µm Resolution
The availability of a 0.1μm resolution digital micrometer is now available. The High-Accuracy Digimatic Micrometer utilizes the Absolute rotary sensor manufactured utilizing Mitutoyo’s high precision screw machining technology. This sensor reduces instrument error to ±0.5μm, delivering high-accuracy with no trade-off in operability. The Absolute system eliminates the need to reset the origin each time it powers up, therefore enabling measurement immediately upon start-up. In addition, presetting of the measurement origin can be to any value within the display range to reduce set-up time and improve repeatability. Zeroing of the display is possible at any position, making comparison measurement easier. Display resolution can switch to 0.5μm if 0.1μm measurement is not required.

Mitutoyo America Corp.
Aurora, IL
mitutoyo.com

Flute Carbide End Mills
Design of the Supermill Tomcats 5 flute carbide end mills are for running at high rpm and high feedrates while providing rapid stock removal. Utilizing unique tool geometry design, Tomcats are capable of feedrates of 200ipm on steels, alloy steels, and stainless steels, enabling users to reduce machining time while increasing production.

The end mills are available as sharp corner, corner radius, regular length, long length, and stub length. Sizes are from ¼" through 1" diameter.

All Supermill High Performance carbide end mills are made in the United States.

Primary Cutter LLC.
Berlin, CT
primarycuttergrinding.com

Direct-Diode Laser Welder
The ML-5060A laser welder is a high-efficiency direct-diode laser that is a perfect solution for plastic welding and soldering applications.

The ML-5060A does not require the use of YAG or YVO4 rods, resulting in low energy consumption and maintenance costs. A two-year warranty on the laser diode lowers the total cost of ownership while a small footprint requires minimal manufacturing floor space.

An air-cooling system simplifies equipment set-up, and no water-cooling is required. A unique power feedback feature ensures high stability of laser outputs.

Miyachi Unitek
Monrovia, CA
miyachiunitek.com

Waterjet Cutting Center
Perfect for a wide range of production runs and prototype development, the Maxiem 2040 provides quick turnaround of accurate parts without the hassle of tool changes or complex fixturing. Another key advantage of the 2040 is that it produces excellent surface finishes, eliminating the need for secondary machining.

The Maxiem 2040 utilizes the Intelli-TRAX linear drive technology where the drive system is fully enclosed inside coated steel covers, making the 2040 robust and well suited for harsh environments

The 2040 features an X-Y cutting travel of 4m x 2m (13ft 4" x 6ft 7") and comes standard with the company’s exclusive Intelli-MAX Software Suite. The software can calculate the precision and the velocity of a toolpath at more than 1,000 points per inch, allowing for complete control over the motion of an abrasive jet and enabling rapid machining.

OMAX Corp.
Kent, WA
maxiemwaterjets.com

Miniature Parallel Gripper
A new solution for handling small components is now available with the MPG-plus, combining an oval piston drive with roller bearings to assure an enormous degree of efficiency.

Due to the high force and moment load ratings, units of the same size can be equipped with longer gripper fingers, in turn achieving higher gripping forces. Alternatively, design engineers and operators can work with a smaller size at an identical power requirement.

Equipping the gripper with micro- valves cuts the actuation time in half. This booster in productivity saves valuable compressed air and unnecessary assembly work.

Schunk Inc.
Morrisville, NC
schunck.com

Exchangeable Tip Drill
The CoroDrill 870 is a completely new type of exchangeable tip drill for the intermediate hole-tolerance area of IT9–IT10, designed to save time while reducing hole costs.

Tailoring of CoroDrill 870 optimizes applications through diameter range, steps, and length possibilities, resulting in more efficient hole production that is closer to the required specifications, leaving them better suited to subsequent operations.

A highly secure interface between drill body and tip ensures reliability and precision, while the quick and easy tip change procedure helps maximize active machining time.

The cutting edge geometry provides a safe cutting process with optimized chip control, high penetration rates, and long dependable tool life.

The drill is available in diameter range: 12.00mm to 20.99mm (0.472" to 0.826") and lengths three and five times the hole diameter as standard.

Sandvik Coromant
Fair Lawn, NJ
sandvik.coromant.com/us

Small Footprint, 5-axis HMC
The HBZ CompactCell 5-axis horizontal machining center combines high performance with a small footprintis ideal for machining aluminum pieces up to 3m x1m with pallet automation on rails. The HBZ compact cell allows the user-friendly set-up of a second pallet while the first workpiece is under production. The reduction of unproductive and costly downtime results in a higher output and lower cost per piece. The machine works with spindle power up to 52kW and 30,000rpm, offering travel paths of 3,650mm x 1,100mm x 550mm.

The main advantages of the vertical position of the pallet during the machining process are the vertical drop down of chips and coolants. This not only reduces the cleaning efforts for the machine operator, but also reduces time, optimizes the workpiece quality, and extends the tool life.

Handtmann CNC Technologies Inc.
E. Dundee, IL
handtmanncnc.com

Flexible ER Collet System
According to Techniks engineers, design of the Flexible ER Collet System is to handle a wide range of machining tasks including drilling, milling, coolant thru, tapping, and high-speed applications – all without the expense of buying new toolholders. The Flexible ER Collet System consists of a Techniks certified ER toolholder, ER precision collets, and a Power Coat nut.

ER Precision and Ultra-Precision collets are available in sizes from ER8 through ER40. Toolholders are available for CAT, HSK, BT, and ISO spindle types.

Techniks Inc.
Indianapolis, IN
techniksusa.com

Right-Hand Indexable Face Mill
Helido S890 FSN is a new family of right-hand indexable face mills with an 88° cutting edge angle (2° lead) with eight helical cutting edges, which can be used for up to 9mm depth of cut. Designed for rough to semi-finish, high-efficiency face milling, primarily on cast iron and steel components, the end mills are available in a diameter range of 50mm to 160mm in coarse and fine pitch configurations. Every cutter body features coolant holes directed to the insert cutting edges, for the most efficient cooling effect. The inserts feature an advanced cutting geometry with positive rake, ensuring smooth milling with soft entry to and exit from material.

Iscar Metals Inc.
Arlington, TX
iscar.com

W-Style Hydraulic Couplings
Ruggedly designed to eliminate leaks in hydraulic systems, this full line of W-Style couplings are compatible with low pressure braided hose and high pressure spiral hose.

Designed for non-skive high-pressure spiral hose (6,000psi) and all wire braided hose applications, these couplings are available in 742 different end types. They are available in sizes 4-32, non-skive all sizes of R12, non-skive 4SH 12-24 sizes, and a full line of metrics.

Kurt couplings meet SAE specifications and are quality manufactured in accordance with ISO 9002/QS9000 quality processes and systems.

Kurt Hydraulics
Lyman, NE
kurthydraulics.com