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BUSINESS NEWS

AMADA WELD TECH announces high-resolution

MM-L300A Laser Weld Monitor

AMADA WELD TECH, Inc., a leading MM-L300A determines weld success
manufacturer of resistance welding, by detecting and recording a thermal
laser welding, marking, cutting, and signal from the area of laser interaction
micromachining equipment and systems, and provides an output waveform around
announces the new MM-L300A Laser which limits (max/min or envelope) can
Weld Monitor. The high-resolution, be set. Once the limits are set, the unit
compact MM-L300A is designed to compares a new weld waveform in
detect production errors such as gaps real time to identify good or bad weld.
between parts, missing parts, over- Providing high temporal resolution—
penetration, incorrect focus, and cover down to 1 microsecond—the MM-L300A
gas absence, providing operators with the SU-N300A dedicated thermal selectable setup schedules, the unit can
feedback on laser weld quality. The sensor enables precision monitoring of monitor different welding conditions.
compact, lightweight unit supports laser both CW and pulsed lasers. For process design flexibility, this
welding technologies for spot or seam The MM-L300A features easy-to-use approximately 7 lb (3 kg) system reduces
welds. software for simple sensor configuration, set-up space when integrated into a
This high-accuracy monitor is ideal waveform envelope limit set-up, and production line, and the sensor mounts
for process development and quality real-time or saved waveform analysis either on the optical axis of the laser or in
control applications of laser welding. The on Windows PCs. Plus, with machine- an off-axis position.
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Kennametal Introduces FIX8™ for Heavy-Duty Turning

with Eight Cutting Edges per Inser

Kennametal has released the seat, offering superior stability that
FIX8™ heavy-duty turning system, enables the insert to withstand
delivering maximum metal removal large cutting forces and vibrations
rates in steel, stainless steel and for optimal performance. The insert
cast iron. With eight cutting edges is also supported by a replaceable
per insert, the FIX8 turning system carbide shim, protecting the pocket
increases productivity of any heavy- against deformation and damage.
duty turning operation, providing The FIX8 tool holder features
the lowest cost per edge while precision 3D coolant technology,
reducing cutting forces up to 15 supplying sufficient coolant
percent. IX8 tool holder styles featuring precision 3D coolant precisely where needed. Three
“FIX8 is designed to cover a wide technology. Delivers coolant sufficiently and precisely to coolant nozzles are directed to the
range of applications, including where it is needed. rake face, controlling temperature,
turning and facing, smooth surfaces, interrupted, and heavily chip evacuation, and supporting chip formation. Coolant exit holes
interrupted cuts. From medium depth-of-cut to roughing in steels, in two different locations are directed toward the flank of the
cast iron, and challenging materials like stainless steel, FIX8 insert, controlling the heat in the cutting zone and prolonging tool
handles it all. Even extreme feed rates of up to 1.4mm (0.055”) life.
and depths of cut up to 12mm (0.472”) are possible with FIX8,” FIX8 provides excellent chip control for any heavy-duty turning
says Matthew Fuerst, Product Manager, Kennametal. application while increasing tool life. The insert design reduces
The tangential design of the FIX8 insert features a rigid cutting forces and power consumption, making it ideal for any low
clamping system that pulls the insert securely into the pocket horsepower lathe.

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