S T O C K TA K E GETTING TO GRIPS WITH MAXIMISING MACHINING TOOLS The old adage of ‘you get what you pay for’ is true for many things in life and applies equally to CNC workholding solutions and machine tool accessories. “A machine tool is only as good as the workholding capability that you are using. If you can’t hold a part rigidly or squarely, you will not be able to realise the full potential of your machine tool,” says Paul Fowler, managing director of Dimac. Dimac has over 30 years experience in CNC machine tool accessories EXPLOSION PROOF C RAILS AND LIGHT CRANE SYSTEMS J D Neuhaus, a leader in air hoists, cranes, trolleys and monorail hoists, is now introducing a range of C rail and light crane systems for operation with the company’s established and successful mini air hoist range. Both the C rail/suspension tracks and the light crane systems are rated for use in explosion and hazardous dust-laden areas up to ATEX Zone 2, 22. Featuring high quality standard elements, the modular C rail systems/suspension tracks make for simple assembly and smooth movement of loads in accordance with individual customer requirements. The units, which are ideal for flexible material transport applications, are purpose-engineered to offer high durability when deployed in challenging SPECIALIST METALS COMPANY WIDENS RANGE 38 April 2017 and is agents for many highly respected brands such as Cooljet, Reven and Royal. The company also manufactures soft and hard jaws in their own CNC equipped machine shop. Dimac is the sole distributor for both Nabeya Eron and Kitagawa machine vises with a range that covers every possible need in machine shops. The extensive Eron range includes 5 Axis, hydraulic intensive, manual and modular units. The Kitagawa range includes compact, lowest floor type, multi-type and mechanical intensive models. “Ultimately it’s a mistake to compromise on vise quality. A Japanese vise will ensure you maximise cutting speeds and feeds and provide you with excellent surface finishes and squareness,” Mr Fowler added. www.dimac.com.au Kormax has made its mark in the materials supply industry again. In keeping with the culture of constant development, Kormax realised that “being the best” in metals wasn’t quite enough – so it added an impressive range of engineering plastics. Kormax is 100% Kiwi owned and has been since 1948. To cut a long story short – the company listens to its customers and supplies them what they need – a dream company to deal with. For a hands-on introduction to the company’s extended range of specialist materials, visit Milsons' Kormax range on stand 42 at South Mach, the website www.kormax.co.nz or call 0800 789 987. see us on stand 42 environmental conditions. Similarly, the light crane systems offer easy adaptation to load and operating conditions. Available in four standard profile sizes, design modularity again provides users with the opportunity for light and easy assembly, the result of which is smooth movement of the reinforced crane bridge and optimal space utilisation at low headroom conditions. Air delivery is facilitated via hose trolleys in the crane rail. To help maximise system life, users can pick from a range of surface protections for the crane rail and trolleys, including coated, zinc-plated or chromated, while stainless steel is available as an option for lighter capacities of 100 and 200kg. Both the light cranes and C rail/suspension tracks give provision for straightforward system extension to accommodate changing requirements over a working life. www.jdngroup.com
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