North America's Show of Shows - Gear Technology magazine

Accounts vary, but the trade show—or fair, exposition, exhibition—what-ever you call it—has been around since approximately 600 B.C. The Old Testament book of Ezekiel contains many references to merchants trad-ing, “in a multitude, riches with silver, iron, tin and lead (Source: “History of Trade Shows & Exhibitions,” by Karan Singh, articleinspector.com).” Since the 1960s, the article continues, trade shows and exhibitions have been “extensively used as a prominent part of marketing strategy. Larger amounts are spent each year on trade exhibitions than on magazine, radio and outdoor advertising.”

Some 2,600 years later, Ezekiel would be hard-pressed to recognize or understand what goes on at today’s shows. Trade shows—and how they are presented—continue to evolve: new technologies in graphics, sound and lighting, booth construction and much more continue to dazzle. And yet one thing has remained constant since those B.C. days—i.e., capturing the hearts and minds of new and existing custom-ers—and their wallets.

We talked with a number of major companies in the midst of their plan-ning and strategizing for IMTS 2012,

with the thought of determining just how much things have in fact changed for exhibitors regarding the trade show experience.

Take social media, for example. How influential is today’s texting and tweet-ing mania on trade show planning and execution? Are customers clamoring for it, as some media accounts report?

“Social media will not play a sig-nificant role in our 2012 IMTS exhi-bition,” says Al Finegan, Gleason Corp.’s director of marketing. “We are continuing to explore the use of social media in our marketing and promotion, but beyond our YouTube channel, the direction is not clear. And no, our cus-tomers are not clamoring for it.”

“Social media ‘apps’ are becom-ing more important each year and we believe will be a significant outlet along with web, print and direct mail,” Bill Miller, vice-president of sales at Kapp Technologies, allows.

And at Sandvik Coromant U.S., “Social media has been a part of (our) marketing and communications tools for the last several years,” says Rick Hern, Sandvik project manager. “We are constantly releasing valuable con-tent like application tips, events, new product news and app releases through

our social media channels. At IMTS this year, we will continue to provide our followers with the latest IMTS news.”

“We have not received a groundswell of requests from customers to com-municate via social media and as such we are taking a wait and see approach before making any major commitments in that regard,” says Sunnen’s Bob Davis, global communications man-ager. “However, we do have a YouTube channel so customers can view videos of our honing machines in operation and other informational videos we pro-duce.”

As for IMTS in particular—the greatest (manufacturing) show on earth?

Looking at it in a solely U.S.-based context, Gleason’s Finegan states that “I assume this is intended to get at the question of IMTS or Gear Expo. To say that one is more important than the other is like comparing apples to oranges. IMTS is the largest manufac-turing technology show in the western hemisphere, and even though the gear world is only a small part of manu-facturing technology, our customers expect the market leader to be there with a significant presence.

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“Gear Expo is of course very small but highly focused on gear manufac-turing. In addition, it has the unusual dynamic of the manufacturing technol-ogy suppliers like Gleason exhibiting alongside some of our customers. Both shows are very important to the market and to Gleason.”

“IMTS is the most significant show in North America for its size, qual-ity of attendees and the opportunity to discover new customers and applica-tions,” says Miller.

“IMTS is where customers, technol-ogy and industry partners merge on a bi-annual basis,” says Hern. “As an industry leader, Sandvik Coromant rec-ognizes that IMTS is the best-acknowl-edged manufacturing event in North America and continues to bring inno-vation and cutting tool solutions to cus-tomers attending the show.”

“By any standard, IMTS is the most important overall manufacturing show in North America, whether it is judged by size, number of exhibitors, num-ber of attendees, media coverage or newsworthiness,” Davis says. “Gear manufacturing is not done in a vacuum, so a broad-based show like IMTS is a very important event for gear manufac-turers as well. However, there is still an important place for smaller events such as Gear Expo, which highlight the technology, equipment and issues of concern to gear manufacturers and their suppliers.”

A show of such accepted signifi-cance is obviously no small matter in terms of cost, preparation and strategic goals. What does it take to make exhib-iting at IMTS a success?

“Any show, regardless of size and location, involves strategic planning,” Finegan says. “We carefully develop our global show plan on an annual basis, with strategy in mind. What are the right processes and products for the particular market? What are our competitors likely to exhibit? What message are we trying to impart to the audience at this show in this market at this time? And so on.”

“A significant expense such as IMTS certainly requires extensive planning and promotion,” Miller says. “The products we choose to display are selected to introduce the latest tech-

nology, and to best fit the anticipated growth markets at that time.”

And at Sandvik Coromant, “It is important to us to be able to provide a great learning environment and expe-rience to our customers and industry partners,” Hern says. “Throughout the entire year we work on planning and developing the ultimate experience for attendees visiting our booth and the student summit area.”

Sunnen’s Davis points out that “Much of the strategic planning that

goes into a large show such as IMTS is incremental from previous IMTS shows, so it is not an overwhelming task from year to year to develop our plan of attack. However, the implemen-tation of the plan cuts across nearly all departments in the company to some degree, and for a handful of individu-als it consumes nearly all of their time for several months leading up to the show.”

So once everything is in place and the show curtain rises, who do exhib-

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iting companies want stationed on the front lines? Which personnel are believed to be irreplaceable in the booth—sales or technical?

“Both sales and technical staff have an important role,” says Finegan. “Sales has the contacts and the deep relationships with customers, but the nature of the technology requires solid technical support at any show. Customers have questions and they expect to receive answers on the show

floor—answers to help their decision-making process.”

Likewise Kapp’s Miller—but for a different reason. “In fact, the most important personnel are management, who make it a priority to be in atten-dance to personally introduce them-selves and to greet customers.”

“Our IMTS staff is a true representa-tion of how Sandvik Coromant works together in order to provide custom-ers with the right answers,” says Hern. “We provide our staff with the neces-

sary knowledge, training and support to be able to provide answers to attendees when needed.”

And for Sunnen, “It is very impor-tant to have the right mix of sales staff and technical staff working in the booth at an important show such as IMTS,” Davis says. “The mix varies from company to company, but for the companies who are on the cutting edge of technology in their individual niche markets, such as Sunnen with the hon-ing equipment business, the mix must include more technical personnel than for companies who are selling products with older or more generally accept-ed technology. We normally have one technical person for every 3 or 4 sales people working in the booth at any given time.”

But at the end of the day—six days, to be precise—was it all worth it? And just how does a company determine that?

“We have a number of metrics for our shows that involve visitors, leads, sales and other things,” says Finegan. “I expect most exhibitors have similar metrics. We also perform a detailed internal survey of all staff and others who participated in the planning and execution of the show. We have a pret-ty good idea of our success by the end of the show—but also a strong post-mortem process to back it up.”

“Statistics can be compared shortly after a show,” Miller says, “but in most cases success of a specific show can only be quantified beyond six months.”

Sandvik’s Hern says that “Success at IMTS is measured in several ways—the direct sales lead for a specific prod-uct interest, the overall attendance at the show, and the support seen with the machine tool builders.”

“We generally know when we walk out of the show whether the show was good, bad or somewhere in between,” Davis says. “By ranking the trade show leads on a percentage chance of turn-ing into a sale we can come up with a rough idea of the actual short-term value of the show. However, it often takes months or even years for some show leads to turn into sales, so it is very difficult to get an exact dollar amount of the value of a show.” © 2 0 1 1 , P r e s r i t e C o r p o r a t i o n

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STAr SUBooth N-6924, W-1385

Star SU will exhibit a wide variety of products including coatings, carbide blanks, single-flute-gundrills, gear cutting solutions, car-bide drills and reamers and the IMTS debut of the Star PTG-6L, a five-axis, CNC-controlled cutter/grinder for grinding, sharpening and re-conditioning a wide variety of cutting tools. Additionally, an extended version of the Bourn and Koch 100 H will be on display as well as the MAG H 400 hobber, configured for wet hobbing. Here’s a breakdown of Star SU’s technologies at IMTS:

Advanced coatings: Balinite Alcrona Pro, the second generation of ALCr-based coat-ings, is now available on new and re-sharp-ened tools from Star SU. Developed by Oer-likon Balzers, Alcrona Pro can be used in a wider range of applications than other alu-minum-based coatings because it provides better heat resistance for high temperatures and better wear resistance for tough cutting applications. Lower thermal conductivity al-lows Alcrona Pro-coated tools to work well in low temperature applications and allows faster hobbing speeds: 200 m/min is the new base speed. The cost savings include 30 per-cent lower tool costs, 50 percent longer tool life, 20 percent faster cutting parameters and 100 percent dry cutting.

Pre-formed carbide blanks: Whether sim-ply cut-to-length or machined into complex shapes, H.B. Carbide’s high quality tungsten carbide, made-to-print preforms and extru-sions have minimal grind stock, reducing the amount of time and energy needed to pro-duce finished tools and wear parts. Choices include: rods, rectangles or squares, coolant holes, straight or angled cross holes, stepped diameters, centers (male or female), flats, chamfers, keyways, complex shapes and pre-formed sharpening angles.

Single-flute gundrills: Single-flute gun-drills machine straight, deep holes in virtu-ally any material in one pass. High-pressure coolant delivered through the tool keeps the cutting edges lubricated, allowing for ad-

equate chip evacuation down the flute chan-nel. Star SU gundrills are available in various lengths with diameters ranging from 0.078 to 0.75" (2–19 mm) for shipment within 24 hours. Larger diameter tools can be custom ordered.

Gear cutting tool solutions: Precision tool re-sharpening services from Star SU and ad-vanced coatings, including Oerlikon Balzer’s Alcrona Pro, can extend the life of your tools and lower your costs. Need more help man-aging your tool room? Let Star SU monitor the life cycle of your tools and resharpen, re-coat and replace them as needed. From new tools to design work to resharpening and re-coating, we have the equipment and resourc-es to help keep your gear cutting operation running smoothly. If your plant does its own tool sharpening, Star SU carries a variety of tool and cutter grinders including the PTG-1 and the GS 400. Star’s PTG-1 sharpens both straight and spiral gash hob designs up to 8" OD × 10" OAL. Additionally, it sharpens disk, shank and helical type shaper cutters and a wide range of round tools, making it a ver-satile tool room machine. Designed to grind shaving cutters and master gears, the GS 400 sets new standards for precision, reliability and ease of use. An integrated measuring unit automatically checks the quality of the first tooth ground without unclamping the workpiece.

Multiple diameter carbide drills and reamers: Custom-designed carbide drills and reamers are now available from Star SU, including single-pass port cavity tools that allow complete cavity machining, reduce cycle times and hold industry tolerances for size and finish. The Super Round Tool (SRT) produces extremely round holes within mi-crons, reams holes with interrupted cuts and provides excellent finishes for spool bore ap-plications.

Tool grinder with integrated linear mo-tor: Debuting at IMTS, the new Star PTG-6L tool and cutter grinder is a five axis, CNC con-trolled cutter grinder for grinding, sharpen-ing and reconditioning a wide variety of cut-ting tools. Manufactured in the United States and equipped with a six-station wheel pack changer, the PTG-6L is built for high produc-

tivity and precision. The PTG-6L features in-tegrated linear motor and direct-drive rotary technology, a traveling tool platform for CNC steady resting and workholding adjustment, next generation NUM Flexium controller, the latest enhancements in tool grinding software from Numroto, proven high volume loader and grinding wheel auto-sticking ca-pabilities for unmanned operations.

Bourn and Koch 100 H: The Bourn and Koch 100 H horizontal hobbing machine can hob splines and geared shafts up to 100 mm in diameter. Mount tools in combinations and cut different gearings on one workpiece or mill keyways and slots in one tool setup without re-clamping the workpiece. Since the chip conveyor is located directly under the tool spindle, chips are evacuated imme-diately from the machine to avoid any ther-mal distortions. In addition, the 100 H can optionally be ordered with automation for machining larger lots. Star SU plans to ex-hibit an extended version of the 100 H with a NUM Flexium 68 CNC control at IMTS. This extended version can accommodate a work-piece up to 915 mm (36") long and 126 mm (5") in diameter.

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GLeASON COrPOrATiONBooth N-7000

Gleason will introduce a host of advanced new machines, tooling and global customer support services at IMTS 2012, covering a

wide array of processes for the complete pro-duction and inspection of all types of bevel and cylindrical gears. Among the new tech-nologies exhibited at the show will be:

The Genesis 400H vertical hobbing ma-chine: On display for the first time in the U.S., the 400H is a new addition to the highly popular Genesis Series of gear hob-bing machines. Its compact footprint and slim profile, optimized workholding and tool change, and universal automation make it suitable for the widest range of user require-ments, whether small batch or automated high volume production. Additionally, the 400H is available with two direct-drive work spindles, three different high-performance hob heads, multiple tool interfaces and inte-grated chamfering, making it a versatile so-lution for the production of spur and helical gears and shafts up to 400 mm in diameter. A smaller Genesis 260H model also is avail-able for workpieces up to 260 mm in diame-ter. Both models are designed as well to help customers meet the need for greater sustain-ability, with a host of features that greatly reduce energy consumption.

The Gleason-Heller CT8000 bevel gear machining center: First of a new genera-tion of five-axis machining centers resulting from an alliance between Gleason and Gebr. Heller Maschinenfabrik GmbH, the Gleason-Heller CT8000 delivers gear cutting speeds four to eight times faster than competitive machining centers, for bevel gears as large as 1,800 mm in diameter. With the CT8000, manufacturers can quickly and easily accom-modate new part series, design variations and corrections, while producing gears at produc-tion rates that make single setup machin-ing in small and medium batches attractive economically. In addition, the new Gleason Heller alliance enables manufacturers to si-multaneously benefit from Heller’s renowned five-axis machining solutions and Gleason’s design and process expertise and software.

The 350GMS analytical gear inspection system: On display at the show will be one of a new family of GMS series inspection sys-tems (with models available for gears up to 3,000 mm in diameter). The 350GMS Analyti-cal Gear Inspection System features a Ren-ishaw 3-D probe head to provide maximum accuracy and flexibility for the complete in-spection of all kinds of gears and gear-cutting tools. All Gleason analytical gear testers are equipped with the new Windows VB.NET-based Gleason GAMA 2.0 software with in-tuitive user interface allowing for simple

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input screens for programming of workpiece and cutting tool data. The GMS series is also equipped with new ergonomically mounted operator work stations and optional remote pendant controls—both designed to greatly improve the operator’s effectiveness at every stage of the inspection process.

Power skiving process: For these and other cylindrical gear applications, the newly de-veloped power skiving process is fast emerg-ing as a practical and highly productive al-ternative to typical gear shaping, forming, pressing, and broaching. Visitors to the Glea-son booth will learn more about how Gleason combines machine, tool and technology for power kiving of small- and medium-sized workpieces, with modules up to 2.0 mm.

A complete line of gear-cutting tools and workholding solutions: For the production of large cylindrical gears, Gleason offers the Opti-Cut family, which provides users with all the performance benefits of the latest re-placeable, indexable, carbide insert technol-ogy. Opti-Cut can reduce cost-per-part by as much as 50 percent as compared to conven-tional high speed steel cutters. The family is versatile too, including gear gashing, hob-bing and shaping products in a variety of cut-ter body sizes, insert types and geometries to meet a wide range of roughing and finishing, and internal and external gear production requirements.

Advanced workholding solutions: In ad-dition, Gleason designs and produces a complete series of quick-change, tool-less workholding equipment for both bevel gear and cylindrical gear, and non-gear produc-tion machines. These systems range from the Gleason X-Pandisk systems which auto-matically align workpieces weighing up to 2,000 kg to reduce changeover time by up to 70 percent, to Quick-Flex and a large variety of quick-change workholding solutions that significantly reduce change-over times for the production of both bevel and cylindrical gears. For inspection systems, Gleason offers the high-precision Gleason LeCount expand-ing mandrels line, renowned for accurate, easy, extremely rapid location of all types of bore parts.

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KAPP TeCHNOLOGieSBooth N-7036

Two grinding machines with flexible pro-cess capabilities will be on display at booth N-7036 along with Kapp CBN and Diamond-plated tools, and scale models of numerous other machine types for special applications. The KX 500 Flex demonstrates how process flexibility optimizes cost and delivery for prototype through medium- to high- volume production. The KX 500 Flex uniquely incor-porates an indexing table with a direct-drive work spindle, tailstock support, and dress-ing spindles. This simple design greatly im-proves operator access, while also enabling simple integration of automation.

Also being shown is the ZX 1000, the big brother of the KX 500 Flex. The ZX 1000 shares common machine elements and soft-ware with the KX 500, and comes standard with the same process flexibility for profile

or generating grinding. The large ductile iron bed and torque motor for high load capac-ity, allows high-speed grinding of “frac bull gears” with a dressable worm tool. Special gear types, such as beveloid and non-invo-lute gears, can be ground with generating grinding.

Kapp CBN tools for direct grinding, and DIA dressers for grinding and honing, will also be on display. Kapp and Niles applica-tion and tool design engineers will be on-site to answer questions about specific applica-tions. Working modules will aid in under-standing the different processes.

For more information:Kapp Technologies2870 Wilderness PlaceBoulder, Colorado 80301Phone: (303) 447-1130 ext.133Fax: (303) 447-1131www.kapp-niles.com

MiTSUBiSHi HeAvY iNdUSTrieS AMeriCABooth N-7046

Mitsubishi will proudly be showcasing two machines at IMTS 2012. The first is the ZE40A generating/form gear grinder. With the flexibility to generate grind gears for batch as well as high production and form grind gears for small lot production, the ZE40A, in combination with its CNC dresser and onboard gear inspection system, offers users the best of both worlds. Having been designed with direct drives for both table and grinding spindles, the machine offers unsur-passed accuracy for gears within its diameter capacity of 400 mm. Demonstrations for gen-

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erating and form grinding will be shown on alternating days during the show. The sec-ond machine is Mitsubishi’s SE25A CNC gear shaping machine. Long known for its flex-ibility in job shop use, the SE25A will be put through its high-speed paces, dry shaping gears up to 1800 strokes per minute. The live demo will highlight the dynamic and static stability of the machine under extreme recip-rocating loads. With 250 mm part diameter and 4.23DP capability the machine is diver-sified enough to satisfy those with even the most varied gear demands.

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HöfLer MASCHiNeNBAU GMBHBooth N-6837

The big news coming from Höfler is Klingeln-berg‘s acquisition of the company in July. By joining forces with Höfler, Klingelnberg is be-coming a one-stop-shop for gearing technol-ogy. “Besides extending our product range, we also significantly improve our gear-exper-tise, which is beneficial for bevel gear, spur gear and gear inspection applications,” says Jan Klingelnberg, CEO of the Klingelnberg Group. This enhanced expertise, combined with the additional company locations, lays the groundwork for a strategically optimized service network all over the world. This will

lead to shorter reaction times, improved availability of spare parts, and in the near fu-ture, more comprehensive training right near our customers manufacturing facilities.

“We take this alliance as a big opportunity to considerably improve the existing service and sales activities in North America and to pass on the resulting advantages and benefits to our customers”, says Ralf-Georg Eitel, CEO of Höfler America Corp. The joint know-how base allows the company to focus even more on R&D, creating more innovations while at the same time continue to develop tailored solutions according to the users require-ment. At IMTS 2012, Höfler will be featuring the Rapid 1250 W and the Helix 400 SK.

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This Threaded Wheel Gear/Grinding ma-chine is able to grind gears up to 1250 mm in diameter. Höfler, well known as a sup-plier of form grinders, shows its first grind-er for the threaded gear grinding method at IMTS. The machine is useful as first in the world for modules up to Mn 16 mm and grinding wheels up to 400 mm in diameter. Both grinding methods: form grinding and threaded wheel grinding can be utilized on one machine.

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different grinding wheels in one set up. This offers customers a nice solution for grinding workpieces at a high quality level with two different gears like shafts.

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WeNzeL AMeriCABooth e-5261

The all new LH Generation will be the high-light of the Wenzel Booth at IMTS 2012 and the company will be presenting their new generation of CMMs. Wenzel has expanded the successful LH series with robust features and a new innovative design. With the new generation of air-bearing CMMs, Wenzel continues to improve precision, efficiency and longevity. The new LH Series models LH 65, LH 87 and LH 108 are extremely func-tional, effective, flexible, reliable and easy to operate.

Wenzel will also be showing their dedi-cated gear tester range, WGT, representing the ultimate in gear testing performance from Wenzel GearTec. All axes are made from natural South African Impala granite, guaranteeing excellent thermal behavior. Air bearings on all linear axes ensure smooth running and high accuracy performance with no mechanical wear over the life of the ma-chine. WGT models feature fully counterbal-anced tailstock, as standard, to support lon-ger gears, tools and shafts with parts easily loaded due to its ergonomic design.

In the same booth, Wenzel will demon-strate the highly compact desktop CT exaCT XS. The exaCT XS is a suitable solution for

the volume measurement of plastic parts and components with low density. Thanks to its optimized dimensions and low weight, it can be placed on desktops or portable trolleys easily. The device is controlled by a modern touch-screen monitor. The innovative and user-friendly operating concept allows the user to set up a measurement within a few minutes. All components of the exaCT XS are integrated in one unit. This ensures a very small footprint.

The final machine Wenzel will be showing is the XO5.7.5 equipped with a PH20 Ren-ishaw probe. The Wenzel XO is a cost-effec-tive derivative of the world renowned Wen-zel LH series of intrinsically accurate CMMs. XO utilizes the industry standard Renishaw TP20 and TP200 probing systems. Wenzel XO is also available with the new high speed PH20 head, the probing system that will be on display in the Wenzel Booth.

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reiSHAUerBooth N-7018

The RZ 60 on display at IMTS has been op-timized for machining planetary pinions for the automotive industry. When grind-ing planetary gears, the cycle times are very short due to the small size of the workpieces and large batch volumes. The large batches are primarily a result of using three to five identical planetary pinions for every auto-matic transmission produced. In contrast,

each component occurs only once in man-ual or double-clutch transmission. For the machine tool, this means that high priority has been given to the reduction of the cycle times, while compromises if required can be made for change-over times.

Due to numerous, innovative measures, the primary machining times for grinding planetary pinions on the RZ 60 has been drastically reduced in comparison with pre-vious applications. The robust machine structure, adopted from the much larger RZ 260, allows for the use of aggressive grind-ing parameters without negative effects on

workpiece quality. At maximum speed the grinding and workpiece spindle positions are controlled with the new “Precision-Drive” electronic gearbox developed by Reishauer. This also enables the use of multiple-start grinding wheels for planetary pinions, which typically have a relatively small number of teeth, resulting in high workpiece speeds and tooth meshing frequencies. In addition, it is possible to increase the cutting speed from the previous limit of 80 m/sec. to 100 m/sec due to the development and manufacture of new grinding wheels by Reishauer. Overall, these new advancements permit grinding times that can be as short as seven seconds for some gears.

With such short grinding times, the reduc-tion of the unproductive or secondary times has become increasingly important. The RZ 60 incorporates the familiar two-spindle concept that was successfully introduced on the RZ 150 in 2003. This enables grinding of a workpiece on one spindle while the work-piece on the second spindle is changed and synchronized with the threads of the grind-ing wheel.

The basic difference of the RZ 60 as com-pared with the RZ 160/RZ 260 is that each work spindle has its own meshing probe. In contrast to the other machines, the probes are not fixed in a stationary position on the machine bed but on the work spindle tur-ret, allowing the synchronization of grinding wheel and workpiece during the turret rota-tion. High workpiece spindle speeds of up to 3,000 rpm make it possible to spin the grind-ing oil off the part during the turret rotation when the grinding operation is completed. All axis movements have been optimized to significantly reduce unproductive segments of the cycle.

All these efforts to minimize the primary processing and secondary times result in cycle times which could be reduced to ap-proximately ten seconds (see table above) excluding the proportionate dressing times. The technology for these extremely short cycle times is no longer in development; the previously described processes are already successfully being applied in industry to-day. Previous productivity puts the high in-vestment costs for generating grinding into perspective when considering the other nec-essary precision machining processes. This means that excellent quality for generating grinding does not have to be paid for with

Design of a gear grinding machine with two work spindles.

Development of the cycle times for Reishauer generating grinding of planetary pinions.


high machining costs in combination with reasonable perishable costs and high process reliability. Reishauer makes it possible to ful-fil increasing requirements for load capacity and noise reduction of automatic transmis-sions in the automotive industry.

Felsomat, another member of the Reishau-er Group, has developed an automation sys-tem that is optimally matched to the specific requirements of the RZ 60.In combination with the Felsomat Flex Stacking Cell FSC 600, the machine can exploit high productivity and operate autonomously without operator intervention over a period of several hours. The complete system can be integrated in the Reishauer & Felsomat FlexLine.

For more information:Reishauer1525 Holmes RoadElgin, IL 60123Phone: (847) 888-3828www.reishauer.com

eMAGBooth N-6846

The VL 2 P is an innovative vertical turn-ing production center, equipped with two spindles and pendulum technology to in-crease precision and efficiency, for work-pieces that have a diameter of up to 100 mm. The focus during the design of the VL 2 P was to make the machine extremely efficient by eliminating idle times. With this technology, non-productive times due to loading and unloading have been completely eliminated. The machine is suitable for workpieces with short machining times since the ratio of machining time to idle time is vital for the economy of the process.

The VL 2 P represents a comprehensive so-lution to vertical turning. This vertical turn-ing machine offers complete machining in two setups (using a variety of technologies, such as vertical turning, milling, drilling).The machine is equipped with two work spindles working in pendulum mode, i.e. whilst the first spindle holds the workpiece during the machining process, the second spindle uti-lizes the pick-up method to automatically load itself with raw parts. This ensures that the follow-on raw part is always ready for

vertical turning (machining). After comple-tion of the vertical turning operation on the first component the turret swings (like a pen-dulum) to the second workspindle. On the VL 2 P, the work spindles are mounted to the left and right of the machine base and carry out the movement in the Z axis. The turret is lo-cated at the front and moves in the X axis. The focus of the VL 2 P design has been on reducing the idle times in vertical turning. Unproductive times for loading and unload-ing work are almost totally eliminated. The vertical turning machine is particularly suit-

RZ 60 with Felsomat automation—completely automated production of planetary pinions in the automotive industry.


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able for the machining of workpieces with short cycle times, where the decisive factor in judging the efficiency level of the process is the ratio between machining and idle times. Additionally, the company will feature PECM technology, production laser welding and heat shrink assembly technology at IMTS.

For more information:EMAG LLC38800 Grand River AvenueFarmington Hills, MI 48335Phone: (248) 477-7440www.emag.com

SUNNeN PrOdUCTS COMPANYBooth N-7400

Sunnen’s IMTS demonstration of the VSS Se-ries 2 Single Stroke Honing system will high-light the accuracy, reliability and flexibility that have made the machine a mainstay of Chinese manufacturing in the air condition-ing, automotive and hydraulics sectors. Ac-cording to Sunnen, more than 100 U.S.-made VSS machines have been sold in China since its introduction.

“Value-added fixturing and strong ap-plication support from Shanghai Sunnen Mechanical Co. Ltd. make the VSS Series 2 highly competitive in the China market,” said Mike Burton, Sunnen managing director, Asia. “The machine’s reliability and consis-tent accuracy in 24/7 production led a single Chinese company to purchase nearly 70 of the machines over the past three years for manufacturing air conditioner parts. We have also had success with customers making tur-bochargers, power steering valves, hydraulic valves and connecting rods. At IMTS, we will demonstrate single-pass honing of cast iron hydraulic valve bodies.”

VSS-2 machines incorporate up to six spindles to progressively size and finish part bores with tools of preset diameter and grit size. The machines are suitable for precision sizing of bores 3.9-50 mm (0.149-2.0") diam-eter in stamped parts, hydraulic valve bodies, gears and sprockets, parking pawls, rocker arms, turbocharger housings and similar parts. Materials include cast iron, powdered metals, ceramic, glass, graphite and other free-cutting materials.

“The VSS Series 2 sets a new standard for single-pass bore sizing efficiency,” Burton added. “If a part is suitable for single-pass honing, the VSS-2 provides a level of preci-sion not available in other designs. And, with the new touch screen control, the machine is very operator-friendly. No custom electron-ics or special training is needed and the con-trol is designed to interface with part han-dling automation systems.”

The VSS-2 utilizes a belt-drive spindle cartridge with a 724 mm (28.5") stroke and 2-105 mm/sec (2–250 ipm) stroking speed for increased flexibility with a wide variety of parts and tooling combinations. The ser-vo-powered stroke system provides process flexibility and is hand-wheel-controlled for quick setup.

The menu-driven touchscreen control al-lows the column feed and spindle speed to be easily varied throughout the cycle. Opera-tional flexibility is enhanced by the use of six available profiles, including pecking, short stroke and dwell, which are easily added to a setup. More than 100 setups can be stored. Additional I/O and memory are standard for ease of automation.

The VSS Series 2 is available in three mod-els—the 84 (eight-station, four-spindle), the 86 (eight-station, 6-spindle) and the 64 (six-station, four-spindle)—to meet various mid- to high- production needs. Spacing between spindles is 190 mm (7.48"). The 7.5 kW (10 hp) spindle drive provides a speed range of 100–2,500 rpm. Removable, maintenance-free stainless steel guarding and electrical panel mounted to the rear of the machine allow easy access to the work envelope from either side of the machine to facilitate tool change or integration of custom part han-dling systems.

When properly applied, Single Stroke Hon-ing is a quick, cost-effective method to get a precise bore size, geometry and surface fin-ish. Parts made of cast iron, powdered met-als, ceramic, glass, graphite and other free cutting materials–with L/D ratios up to 1:1–are suitable for the process. Single-pass bore sizing is also appropriate for splined bores or longer L/D ratios if cross holes or other inter-ruptions are present to allow chip flushing. Sunnen offers a range of single-pass plated-diamond tooling for the VSS-2 for precise, accurate and consistent bore sizing.

Other standard features of the VSS-2 in-clude an electric rotary index table and solid tool holder. Available options include float-ing or rigid/adjustable tool holders, 12- and 16-port programmable rotary air unions for index output, base coolant evacuation pump, automatic lubrication system, work area light

kit, stack light and tool alignment indicator.

For more information:Sunnen Products Company7910 Manchester Ave.St. Louis, MO 63143Phone: (314) 781-2100www.sunnen.com

iNdex COrPOrATiONBooth S-8450

Index Corporation will introduce a new con-cept machine tool featuring two independent 5-axis subsystems, each with one motor-ized milling spindle and one assigned work spindle, able to completely machine complex parts, short bars up to 102 mm and chucking up to 315 mm diameter, simultaneously. The new Index R300 turning/milling center is the most recent addition to the RatioLine series and introduces a highly productive version for machining short bars up to 102 mm and chuck parts up to 315 mm in diameter. The R200 covers the range for bar diameters up to 65 mm. The new Index R300 is geared toward applications where larger chuck parts require a large amount of milling and drilling work, such as machine and farm machinery con-

struction, in tool and mold making or in the aerospace industry.

From very simple to highly complex com-ponents, the main benefit is that the complex machining operations are possible simulta-neously on the front and rear side - and, at the same time, are highly productive with two motorized milling spindles. The use of HSK tools instead of live tool holders on tur-rets reduces tool costs. Suitable for difficult milling operations, the R300 is also capable of hobbing or deep-hole drilling with single-lip tools and high-pressure coolant to 80 bar to the tool edge through the motorized milling spindle. Grinding operations with a grinding point or an external grinding wheel up to 150 mm are additional machining op-tions.

For more information:Index Corporation14700 North Pointe Blvd.Noblesville, IN 46060Phone: (317) [email protected]


Liebherr GeAr TechnoLoGy, inc.booth n-6930

The LFG1000 CNC Gear Profile Grinding Machine, and the LCS 500 CNC Gear Generating and Profile Grinding Machine, which are ready to use the latest and proven grinding technology in the marketplace, will be featured at IMTS 2012. Both gear grinding machine types are good for machine shops which have to pro-duce a single part or higher batch sizes. Liebherr offers several tech-nologies including gear hobbing, profile milling, gear shaping, gener-ating gear grinding and profile gear grinding.

Recently, Liebherr’s engineering and sales team weighed in on the trends that are driving innovation in gear manufacturing today and the technologies that will be available at IMTS.

“On profile and generating grind-ing, most gear manufacturers need the possibility to create gear flanks with special topological modifica-tions on a high quality level. With these modifications, it is possible to increase the load-carrying capacity of gears, and also to reduce the gear

noise behavior,” says Dr.-Ing. Andreas Mehr, technology engineer, Liebherr-Verzahntech-nik GmbH in Kempten, Germany. “We see this trend on all gears, from the small module gears used in automotive, to the larger ones used in trucks and tractors, and even up to the coarse-pitch applications for wind energy and heavy industrial transmissions. If you can grind these topological gears in addition with a higher efficiency—for example, with dressable CBN tools, or gener-ating-grinding of large module (up to module 14 mm with our LCS 700, 1200), instead of profile grinding—then these customers will have a big productivity advantage against their competition.”

“The need for chamfering and de-burring of gears in the green manu-facturing process chain has led to innovative integrated chamfering and deburring systems within gear hobbing machines,” says Scott Yo-ders, vice president sales at Liebherr Gear Technology, Inc. “In this regard, years ago Liebherr successfully in-troduced ChamferCut Technology

(together with the cut-ting tool company LMT-Fette) to industrial mass and medium-size produc-tion applications. Recently these integrated chamfer-ing systems within the LC gear hobbing machines have been expanded upon by Liebherr to include sep-arate ‘parallel processing’ stations such as Rausch-Gratomat, or roll-press deburring. Within the

same machine, and with the paral-lel processing, the total cycle time for both hobbing and chamfering is not elongated. For coarse-pitch gear ap-plications, carbide indexable insert-ed tools (milling cutters and hobs) have definitely gained more and more importance in North America. Although gear manufacturers’ initial investment in hob cutting tools is higher, the productivity due to larger batch sizes is much better, so it pays off. Therefore, for the production of coarse-pitch gears, Liebherr hobbing machines equipped for carbide-insert tooling have become more and more the state-of-the-art.”

Adds Dr.-Ing. Oliver Winkel, tech-nology engineer, Liebherr-Verzahn-technik GmbH, “At Liebherr there has been focus on the reduction of machine idle times, which fits to the trend of decreased cutting times coming from improved cutting tool materials, and technology param-eters (speeds, feeds). This means, faster loading/unloading of work-pieces, easier setup or changeovers, and measuring within the machine. Lower idle times by faster load and unload, as well as improved control programs, immediately reduces the cost per piece for our Liebherr cus-tomers.”

“With regards to gear grinding, the

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use of dressable CBN, or other pow-erful abrasives, will have a very im-portant impact, because the grinding time (which influences mainly the workpiece costs per part) is drasti-cally reduced,” Mehr says. “Where in the past you may have needed three machines to produce a specific quan-tity of gears per day, you now would need only one.”For more information:Liebherr Gear Technology, Inc.1465 Woodland DriveSaline, MI 48176P: (734) 429-7225www.liebherr.com

KLinGeLnberG Gmbhbooth n-6930

Klingelnberg presents its latest skiving innovations at IMTS 2012. This tool system can be used on bev-el gear milling machines and allows

for a productive, stable and precise production process, particularly for internal gears. Despite high produc-tivity and system-inherent accuracy, the breakthrough of skiving has been denied due to the tool problem. The chip formation process in skiving is very complex whereby large nega-

tive rake angles and only very small clearance angles arise during the process. The current tools, mostly cylindrical or conical solid carbide cutting wheels, have no degree of freedom for the necessary optimiza-tion. In addition to high machining forces, negative cutting angles also consistently lead to excessive wear of the tools, meaning that the tool costs per component largely surpass the proportional machine costs.

Klingelnberg’s newly developed

software shows the exact chipping conditions and therefore allows for a targeted optimization of the cutting geometry and the production move-ment. The new stick blade tool sys-tem uses carbide technology, which has long been used for bevel gears. “Skiving itself is in fact an ancient concept. The key innovation hereby lies in the use of stick blades and the resulting design possibilities for the cutting edge—a breakthrough in cut-ting technology,” says Dr. Hartmuth

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SAndviK coromAnTbooth W-1500

The Sandvik Coromant Smart Hub at IMTS 2012 will focus on helping attendees discover new ways to boost their business through knowledge, tooling solutions and services. With demands from the growing manufacturing industry being high, the Sandvik Coromant Smart Hub will bring visitors solutions in hole-making, gear milling, automotive, energy and aerospace.

High-tech, dedicated areas in the “must see” hub will highlight application specific tips and techniques need-ed to optimize programming strategies for successful manufacturing. A visit to the Smart Hub will provide the opportunity to preview some of the new developments in high-performance drilling products offering tremendous opportunities for customers to explore productive meth-ods in various operations.

On display, the new Sandvik Coromant CoroDrill 860 solid carbide drill provides fast, economical, problem-free drilling, optimized for steel and most recently for high productivity in all types of aluminum. In addition, visi-tors can preview a multi-application, high-performance drill that can be used across a wide range of materials. For the exchangeable-tip drills, the CoroDrill 870 will be extended with an optimized grade and geometry for cast iron materials.

Gear milling is an area that is developing fast, and the CoroMill 176 indexable insert cutter can help attendees overcome challenges in productivity, cost and accuracy. Sandvik Coromant also invites its visitors to learn more

about its unique and highly competitive machining solu-tions intended to provide efficient production in the au-tomotive, energy and aerospace sectors.

The company’s CoroMill Plura family sees an extension for aluminum, optimized for machining in thermoplas-tics, which is excellent for die and mold applications. The CoroDrill 861, on the other hand, is suitable for applica-tions that need a stable tool for the deepest holes and is a high-performance choice for a typical cast iron engine block.

With the introduction of the CoroMill 600 at IMTS, Sandvik Coromant will now offer a full program of blade machining milling tools for the power generation indus-try. For demanding applications in the oil and gas and aerospace industries, a new counter bore, to be launched in October, offers high process security.

Müller, CTO of Klingelnberg.The stick blade has the distinct ad-

vantage of offering optimal cutting geometry through grinding. This is a necessary condition for the optimi-zation of the chip formation process and therefore forms the basis for the breakthrough of skiving. The entire process is highly energy-efficient, productive and flexible. In addi-tion to the free design of the tool, tooth flank modifications can also be applied by superimposing addi-tional movements during the skiv-ing process. These advantages in comparison to gear hobbing, gear shaping or broaching are of particu-lar importance for the production of internal gears. A simple comparison of shaping and skiving productivity shows that skiving is up to ten times quicker and offers a significantly longer tool life. Although skiving is a machining process using a defined cutting edge, the surface qualities achieved are outstanding. Due to the

very high frequency with which the cutting edges move across the tooth flanks to be produced, a completely different surface texture is achieved than, for example, that of gear hob-bing or shaping. In the image, the movements of two successive cut-ters in the tooth space are displayed as blue tracks. The distance of these tracks is determined by the axial feed rate with which the tool is moved along the face width of the gear to be produced. The cutting frequency is up to ten times higher than that of gear hobbing. As a result, a finer surface texture is achieved without the hollows created by gear hob-bing or the grooves created by shap-ing and caused by tool wear. The incorporation of all steps along the process chain to form a continuous data network, guarantees stable and secure manufacturing processes. For Klingelnberg this is a trusted and globally approved approach within the scope of the closed-loop concept.

In order that the user is able to ben-efit from the same process security for skiving as that for bevel gear-ing, Klingelnberg has developed the closed loop for skiving which also incorporates tool preparation opera-tions. Skiving can be executed on the Oerlikon C29 and C50 bevel gear milling machines. These machines ensure a highly precise coupling of all movements which are necessary for skiving. The highly dynamic pro-cess also requires a rigid machine design. The vertical arrangement of the tool and workpiece spindle of-fers particularly favorable conditions for chip removal. The C29 and C50 machine series meets all conditions required for skiving.For more information:klingelnberg GmbH1465 Woodland DriveSaline, MI 48176P: (734) 429-7225www.klingelnberg.com


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“As a market leader in the industry, Sandvik Coromant always strives to stay at the forefront of innovation by working directly with our customers to offer them the solutions they need to meet their demands,” said Jamie Price, president, Sandvik Coromant U.S. “We are looking forward to in-teracting with our customers and be-ing a part of this great event.”

To help visitors take full advantage of tooling solutions and technolo-gies, Sandvik Coromant will offer short technical seminars, presented by yellow coat experts. The “Discov-

ery Express” seminars will empha-size application techniques that can be used in various operations. Topics will range from effective chip thin-ning to pitfalls in reconditioning.For more information:Sandvik Coromant1702 Nevins RoadFair Lawn, NJ 07410P: (800) SANDVIkwww.sandvik.coromant.com/us

hexAGon meTroLoGy inc.booth e-5202

Hexagon Metrology Inc. will ex-hibit a full complement of metrology solutions with a spotlight on the new Cognitens WLS400A for automat-ed measurement applications and PC-DMIS 2012 inspection software. The company will also demonstrate recently released products: Romer portable arms, Optiv Vision 321, Sheffield and Brown & Sharpe 4.5.4 SF CMMs, and PC-DMIS software.

Hexagon will also showcase an official racecar from Hen-drick Motorsports, winner of a record 10 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion-ships. Hendrick Mo-torsports is a long-time user of Hexagon Metrology products for inspection and assembly of auto body, chassis and en-gine components for both pre-race adjust-ment and post-race evaluation.

At IMTS, Hexagon Metrology will debut the Cognitens WLS400A, de-signed for automated inspection ap-plications. The 3-D optical measure-ment solution can transform a robot into a high-accuracy metrology de-vice. Suitable for the motor vehicle or aerospace industries, the white light



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based system is used to accurately measure large components, analyze early root causes of potential assem-bly issues, and lower scrap costs dur-ing assembly ramp-up. The manual version of the system, the Cognitens WLS400M can also be utilized for rapid prototype part development, and used to certify holding fixtures and assembly tools.

The WLS400A uses digital stereo vision technology to generate highly accurate 3-D data in vibration-prone shop floor environments. Due to the system’s ultra-fast data acquisition rate (less than 10 milliseconds), any vibration in frequencies up to hun-dreds of Hz do not affect the results. The device’s performance is not im-paired by variable lighting or tem-perature changes, making it a robust troubleshooting tool for complex engineering issues during product development or for automated mea-surement tasks. The 3-D measure-ment solution can also be used to standardize quality criteria across global production facilities and with suppliers

Hexagon will also feature PC-DMIS 2012, the company’s popular CMM software developed for the collec-tion, evaluation, management and presentation of manufacturing data. The software is standard on all Hexa-gon Metrology measurement devices, and also available on non-Hexagon equipment. Incremental improve-

ments and new enhancements have been added to PC-DMIS 2012, which is used to create, automate and cus-tomize inspection routines, and to build lean manufacturing operations. The extensive product line includes PC-DMIS CMM, PC-DMIS NC, PC-DMIS Planner, PC-DMIS Portable, PC-DMIS Vision, PC-DMIS Reshaper, PC-DMIS Gear, PC-DMIS Blade, PC-DMIS Retrofits, and DataPage.

For more information:Hexagon Metrology250 Circuit DriveNorth kingstown, RI 02852P: (800) 274-9433www.hexagonmetrology.us


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WALTer USA, LLcbooth W-1700

Walter USA, LLC, will feature Tiger·tec Silver for turning; Wal-ter Titex X·treme Inox solid carbide drills; Walter Prototyp Proto·max Inox solid carbide end mills; the new ValCool VPLFC low-foaming coolant; and a new generation of Walter Valenite indexable milling cutters. Tiger·tec Silver delivers su-perior resistance to crater and flank wear, plastic deformation, consid-erably reduces machining times and ensures higher process reliabil-ity. The combination of three new insert grades and four new geom-etries developed in parallel increas-es tool life and boosts productivity of steel turning applications. The new grade designated WPP10S of-fers the highest temperature resis-tance and hardness. It is suitable for processes ranging from continuous cutting to minor interrupted cuts at very high cutting speeds. WPP20S, the medium-grade, is suitable for use as a universal cutting material for processes ranging from rough-ing to finishing. WPP30S, the tough-est of the three, brings maximum reliability to difficult applications such as interrupted cuts and unstable

conditions. In addition to the three grades, Tiger·tec Silver for turning includes four new geometries. For facing and light cuts, the FP5 pro-vides reliable chip control during turning operations from 0.008-in. depth of cut. The MP3 geometry is suitable for medium machining. The versatile MP5 geometry was specifi-cally designed for general machining and the RP5 geometry is designed for roughing. Walter Titex X·treme Inox solid carbide drills for stainless steel provide for a new flute profile, point geometry and TTP coating for reduced cutting force and longer tool life. Walter Prototyp Proto·max Inox solid carbide end mills for stainless steel achieve material removal rates up to 50 percent greater than stan-

dard solid carbide end mills. These include an optimized geometry that provides enhanced stability for the cutting edges, and a special surface treatment on the shank for a firm grip. ValCool VPLFC is a heavy-duty, non-chlorinated, semi-synthetic low foaming cutting fluid which helps reject tramp oils is very clean and stable and is ideal for high pressure (1,000 psi +) applications. A new line of indexable milling cutters to en-hance productivity and speeds and feeds will also be unveiled during IMTS.For more information:Walter USA, LLCN22 W23855 Ridgeview Pkwy WestWaukesha, WI 53188P: (800) 945-5554www.walter-tools.com/us

SAinT-GobAin AbrASiveSbooth n-7051

Saint-Gobain Abrasives, the world’s largest abrasives manufacturer, has recently introduced Norton Paradigm Diamond and CBN Wheels which are positioned in the “Best” tier of Norton grinding products. Paradigm wheels feature a new proprietary, patent-pending bond delivering high grinding performance on carbide and high-speed steel round tool flut-ing, resulting in exceptionally fast cycle times and lower cost per parts. “The new patent pending bond on Paradigm Diamond and CBN wheels enables high performance one-pass flute grinding for highly efficient round tool manufacturing opera-tions,” said Matt Simmers, product manager at Norton. For maximum

productivity, new Norton Paradigm wheels are online and offline truable. Wheels are wear/load resistant for superior grinding on 6 to 12 percent cobalt, and offer better control over core growth. A high grain reten-tion and uniform structure provides a high G-ratio (ratio of material removal rate versus wheel wear) up to 2.5x longer wheel life and a 30 percent higher material removal rate than other super-abrasive wheels. Para-digm Diamond and CBN Wheels also offer low specific cutting energy, which enables faster grinding with a lower power draw and less burn. All Paradigm Dia-mond and CBN Wheels

are custom-manufactured to pre-cisely meet end-user requirements. Wheels are available for Anca, Maki-no, Rollomatic, Star, Walter and other leading grinding systems. Diamond wheels are available for tungsten car-bide and CBN wheels are offered for



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high-speed steel applications.Additionally, Norton Abrasives

will be featuring several Machine to Grind (MTG) solutions. For exam-ple, with Norton’s MTG analysis, a gear manufacturer eliminated rough cutting the gears through the use of formed cutters, broaching or hob-bing. They ground from solid to elim-inate the need for a cutting/milling machine and all the complementary tooling and equipment required to start and maintain the rough cutting

operation. Norton provided wheel specifications to create the flexibility to combine grinding in the soft state from solid to hard finishing with only one grinder.

Opportunities for the MTG solu-tions include small to medium job shops where there are two similar machining operations followed by grinding or where an antiquated cut-ting machine has caused the need for a rough machining process followed by a rough grind before the heat treat

and finally a finish grind. Other typi-cal industries for MTG include aero-space, land-based heavy, off-road truck gears (soft machine, hardened and finish grind). To learn much more about a case study including a key OEM who greatly benefited by applying a Norton MTG solution to grind large spiral bevel and pinion gear sets from a solid, visit the booth N-7051 at IMTS.For more information:Saint-Gobain AbrasivesOne New Bond StreetP.O. Box 15008Worcester, MA 01615-0008P: (508) 795-5000www.sgabrasives.com

donTyne SySTemSbooth n-6791

Dontyne Systems has developed a Gearbox Model to simulate de-flection of a fully coupled system of gear, shaft and bearing components including the housing. The tool can utilize FE data from 3rd party soft-ware. Deflection data can be passed directly to the tooth contact analysis module Gates to provide a substan-tial improvement for the existing customer base. Detailed component design can be called directly within the model. Further development will see planetary systems and NVH anal-ysis possible. Dontyne has integrated MESYS AG calculations for shafts and

bearings with a significant increase in the capability of the Gear Produc-tion Suite. MESYS bearing calculation considers the load distribution in the bearing and therefore can take into account operating clearance, tilting angle or moment load. The shaft cal-culation uses the resulting non-lin-ear bearing stiffness and is therefore

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suited for statically indeterminate systems.

“We are very excited about the re-lationship developing with MESYS,” says Mike Fish of Dontyne. “The soft-ware produced by MESYS is of high quality and fits precisely with our strategy. As with our own approach to gears, the new software calcu-lates according to standards but also give access to higher level of detailed analysis required for high perfor-mance applications. We are also well aware of the pedigree of MESYS to be sure of providing the fast and flexible support for our customers.”

“Considering housing stiffness, bearing clearance and stiffness and automatic calculation of shaft deflec-tion will increase the accuracy of in-puts for TCA,” says Markus Raabe of MESYS. “Like the integration of ME-SYS shaft and bearing calculation in Dontyne software, parts of Dontyne gear calculations and TCA should be accessible from MESYS software in the future.”

Renishaw continually develops its MODUS metrology software appli-

cation to meet the demanding re-quirements of customers in a global market. A joint development with Dontyne Systems has resulted in the release of MODUS Gear and MODUS Spline software. The gear metrology expertise from Dontyne and the ap-plications experience of Renishaw was an ideal combination to pro-

duce software that offers a high level of functionality and exploits the benefits of Renishaw’s coordinate measuring machine (CMM) scanning systems.

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product development time in the production of bevel gear systems. The dramatic improvements have demonstrated Dontyne’s ability to deliver complex development in a relatively short time frame. Tom Ri-ley of Eaton Corporation said of the collaboration, “Dontyne’s software brought us a huge improvement in productivity: reducing hours of work to seconds. The visual representa-tions make the software very intui-tive to use and understand, and the results are quite accurate. The en-deavor was so successful that more collaboration is inevitable.”

“We were delighted to work with Eaton on the recent project, and very happy to hear about the significant improvements in production en-abled by the development,” Fish said. “This has once again proven Don-tyne can deliver customer specific requirement to utilize a large inter-nal knowledge base of design and machining procedure, which can be developed as a stand-alone program or integrated to our off-the-shelf design and analysis tools in the Gear Production Suite if required.”

This and other developments at Don-tyne will be discussed during IMTS in Chicago.For more information:Dontyne SystemsRotterdam House116 QuaysideNewcastle Upon TyneEnglandP: +(44) 191 206 4021www.dontynesystems.com

SchUnKbooth W-2000

“Success in Manufacturing” will be Schunk’s theme for IMTS 2012. On a 4,000 sq ft booth, visitors will experi-ence the “Schunk Blueboard,” which presents straightforward stories of how manufacturers stay competitive. Each story compares a successful company with a non successful com-pany and asks the question, “What leads to success in manufacturing?” The “Schunk Blueboard” will give answers to this question. Each Blue-board station will be an interactive experience for the visitor, highlight-ing a different problem such as re-ducing part cost, increasing flex-ibility, and improving machine idle

times. Products highlighted include the electrically driven small parts gripper EGP. Compared with other electrically driven small parts grip-pers on the market, it scores points with respect to its high speed and simultaneous high gripping force. A powerful roller guide ensures high efficiency and makes the gripper highly dynamic, especially for de-manding pick and place applications.


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Schunk will also highlight its pre-mium gripper range with multi-tooth guidance. The guidance tasks in parallel and centric grippers are not carried out using the classical T-slot but with a multiple prismatic guid-ance arranged in parallel. Therefore forces and moments are distributed across multiple guiding areas. As a result, the guidance has a higher load capacity. The three-finger centric gripper PZN plus series has been ex-tended with the new size 380 to cope with the constantly increasing per-formance requirements of the manu-facturing industry. This series can be used to handle workpiece weights over 300 kg (660 lbs).For more information:Schunk211 kitty Hawk DriveMorrisville, NC 27560P: (919) 572-2818www.schunk.com

emUGe corP.booth W-1536

Emuge Corp. will showcase their comprehensive line of clamping solutions at IMTS 2012. Emuge’s workholding division specializes in providing highly accurate, al-most maintenance-free custom-ized solutions for applications from low volume job shops to high vol-ume automotive production envi-ronments. “Our workholding group stays close to our customers to learn about their unique challenges and

production environments. Doing so helps us develop the best solutions for their applications,” says David Jones, precision workholding manag-er at Emuge Corp. Highlights at IMTS 2012 include: Emuge’s System SG used in many machining operations such as hobbing, shaping, and shav-ing for gear production, as well as milling and inspection. The System SG’s large surface area contact with the workpiece provides a clamping solution which is very rigid, accu-rate and repeatable. The high preci-

sion System SP is used not only to clamp workpieces but also to clamp tools. By applying an axial force, the clamping sleeves move in the direc-tion of the force and expand radi-ally. This eliminates the clearance between clamping sleeve and body, and between clamping sleeve and workpiece. System SP achieves con-centricity of < 0.002 mm (correspond-ing to < 0.0001 inch). For workpieces that have a short clamping base or for diameters with a very large toler-ance, System SZ is a suitable choice.


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By applying an axial force, a slitted collet is radially expanded by a cone. Simultaneously an axial movement occurs, clamping the workpiece. When the eccentricity between pitch circle and seating bore is very small, diaphragm clamping System SM is ideal. It allows clamping of the gear wheel at the pitch circle for machin-ing the seating bore. The gear wheel is clamped in both axial and radial directions. System SH is the solu-

tion if there is not enough room for a mechanical clamping system and for clamping long, thin-walled workpiec-es or a number of similar workpieces. System SH is a closed system which uses hydraulic pressure to clamp the workpieces.For more information:Emuge1800 Century DriveWest Boylston. MA 01583P: (800) 323-3013www.emuge.com

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Jenoptik Industrial Metrology will demonstrate the new Hommel-Etam-ic F435 and F455 automatic form measuring system at IMTS 2012. The system completes fully auto-matic measurement of geometri-cal tolerances, surface roughness and straightness in a single setup. An advanced probe design permits roughness and waviness inspections along with form and position toler-ance measurements via a simple ad-justment on the rotary control, thus significantly enhancing productiv-ity. Designed for workpieces of up to 40 kg weight and 430 mm in diameter, the systems can measure products such as gear shafts, injection parts, bearing rings, valves, connecting rods and pistons. Jenoptik offers special-ized solutions to extend the appli-cation scope to include brake disc measurement as well. Individual con-figuration allows optimum measure-ment situations for specific tasks.

Available as a compact desktop version or a complete ergonomic measurement workstation, the sys-tems include a frictionless air bear-ing rotary table that ensures the reproducibility of the smallest toler-ances over long periods of time.

Automatic centering and leveling of the workpiece helps deliver the highest possible precision over the full measuring distance and compen-sates for possible inaccuracies caused

by wobble. High precision guides equipped on both the R and Z axes and specially designed drive systems all combine to deliver superior preci-sion and speed.

A CNC rotation and tilt module provides fully automatic axial and radial measurements without inter-ruption. Individually motorized axes for tilting (90°) and rotating (270°) allow the probe to access difficult to reach measuring positions. The probe direction is reversible with variable free-stroke limits in both directions.For more information:Hommel-Etamic America Corp.1505 Hamlin RoadRochester Hills, MI 48309P: (248) 853-5888www.hommel-etamic.com



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nexUS TooLbooth W-1732

Nexus Tool will introduce its pat-ented ShrinkMILL System at IMTS this year. The ShrinkMILL uses shrink fit technology to make a per-fect connection between the arbor and face mill for maximized perfor-mance. This is done by heating the face mill in the shrink fit machine, which expands the bore to receive the face mill arbor. The ShrinkMILL System eliminates any tolerance between the arbor and the face mill creating the shrink fit connection. Because the connection is shrink fit, runout and vibration are reduced, permitting increased feeds, extended insert life, and better surface fin-ish. Nexus provides complimentary shrink fit services to its customers who do not own their own machine. According to Mike Raper, Nexus Tool national sales manager, “The Shrink-MILL System brings the greater ri-gidity and accuracy of shrink fit to milling applications for faster cutting and better surface finish. Also, scrap rates are reduced and insert life is improved.” The ShrinkMILL System includes Nexus Tool’s face mill ar-bors and face mills that are manufac-tured to precise tolerances required by the shrink fit process. Choose from a wide range of Nexus multi-coated inserts for all materials as well high-polished inserts optimized for aluminum. Additionally, Nexus will introduce its PowerLOC system at IMTS, a product that significantly improves T.I.R compared to standard end mill holders.For more information:Nexus Tool9930 East 56th St.Indianapolis, IN 46236P: (877) 616-6016www.nexustool.com

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As an AS 9100 & ISO 9001 Registered Company, Delta Gear provides aircraft quality gears and machined components at automotive prices. Since 1964, Delta Gear (formerly Tifco Gage & Gear) has been producing precision parallel-axis gears. It is our continued passion to expand our capabilities in high precision gears, machined components, assemblies and inspection – giving you the highest quality, convenience and on-time delivery.

Inspection & Testing

Our newest addition to the Delta Family of Companies is Delta Inspection. Inspired on the understanding that the industry needs expert abilities for contract gear inspection services, Delta Inspection has been introduced to meet your gear inspection and testing needs. Our abilities range from gear inspection up to 39 inches (1 meter) to prismatic inspection of machined components, roundness, laser guided concentricity analysis, surface testing, material testing, Nadcap certified magnetic particle inspection, nital etch and much more.

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Delta Research is a world class provider of CNC 3-Axis, 4-Axis and 5-Axis precision machining, jig grinding, cylindrical grinding, precision gears and complete assemblies for automotive, aerospace and industrial applications. From complete automotive prototype transmissions or components, to defense, to aerospace machining and assembly, you will be impressed by our capabilities and commitment to quality.

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ROllON USABooth E-4351

Rollon USA has launched the ELM series of linear units, the first in the company’s new family of Actua-torline products. The ELM series is available in several sizes, offering designers a range of stroke lengths, load capacities, and shuttling speeds to meet different application re-quirements. ELM units are made of anodized aluminum extrusions for high mechanical strength and low

weight, plus a steel-reinforced poly-urethane timing belt with either an AT pitch or parabolic profile. All ELM units are equipped with poly-urethane sealing strips to protect internal parts against dust and for-eign matter, with an optional bel-lows for critical environments.

The ELM units feature a mainte-nance-free ball bearing guide fitted within the extruded body and offer speeds to 5 m/s, high load capacity and bending moments, low friction, and a service life of 20,000 km with-out re-lubrication. Body dimen-sions for ELM units measure from 50 × 50 mm to 110 × 110 mm and maximum axial loads range from 530 to 2,650 N, with stroke lengths

from 100 to 3,700 mm, depend-ing on the model. All units support loads in any direction and may be installed in any position.

Units may be fitted with a variety of drive systems based on applica-tion needs, with the driving pulley attached to the reduction gear shaft by a tapered coupling to ensure high accuracy and long life. Versions with a planetary gear are well suited to highly dynamic robotic, automation and material handling applications involving stress cycles and high-precision requirements. Standard models are available with clearance from 3 to 15 ft. and reduction ra-tios of 1:3 to 1:1,000. Versions with worm gears are suitable for applica-tions involving low speeds and ac-celerations.

For applications where move-ment of two linear units in paral-lel is required, a synchronization kit is available for easy installation. Where multi-axis units are desired, a specialized set of fittings includ-ing brackets and cross plates con-nect ELM units to each other and to Robot units within the Actuatorline product family. Rollon Corporation will be located at booth E-4351 at IMTS.

For more information:Rollon Corporation101 Bilby Road. Suite BHackettstown, NJ 07840Phone: (877) 976-5566www.rollon.com

MOBil iNdUStRiAl lUBRicANtSBooth W-2504

ExxonMobil Lubricants and Pe-troleum Specialties, a division of Exxon Mobil Corporation (“Exxon-Mobil”), will showcase its range of expertly formulated machine shop lubricants that can offer potential energy efficiency benefits. Exxon-Mobil became the “Official Lubri-cant Supplier” for IMTS in 1960. “We look forward to once again serving as the Official Lubricant Supplier for IMTS and showcasing the range of performance benefits that our ma-chine shop lubricants can provide,” said David Scheetz, senior equip-ment builder engineer for Exxon-Mobil and former president for The Society of Tribologists and Lubrica-tion Engineers (STLE). “As our cus-tomers seek new ways to improve their productivity and operational safety, as well as achieve increas-ingly aggressive sustainability tar-gets, we are proud to offer Mobil-branded lubricants that are expertly formulated to deliver outstanding performance and can offer potential

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energy efficiency benefits.” A few of the key products from ExxonMobil’s portfolio of machine shop lubricants that will be displayed at the compa-ny’s IMTS booth, W2504, includes Mobil DTE 10 Excel, Mobil SHC 600 and Mobil SHC Gear. Based on test results, these oils have all earned ExxonMobil’s official designation for industrial lubricants with energy efficiency benefits.

For more information:exxon Mobil Corporation3225 Gallows RoadFairfax, vA 22037Phone: (703) 846-4467www.mobilindustrial.com

igUSBooth E-5610

Igus has created an interactive booth where visitors can learn how to integrate a wide range of prod-ucts to solve their most demand-ing manufacturing challenges. New products on show include new igus E4.1 Energy Chains and “e-spool”, a direct replacement for cable drums. The company’s IMTS theme for 2012 will be, “Improve Technology. Reduce Costs.” Visitors to the com-pany’s booth will be able to experi-ment with interactive product dis-plays, as well as take advantage of the company’s free sample arrange-ment. Other noteworthy products to be displayed at the show include: plastic cable carriers with aluminum lids, and others with integrated roll-ers for exceptionally long travels, as well as new versions of igus’ Tri-flex R multi-axis cable carriers for robots. Visitors to the show should also check out the company’s Dry-Lin® slide tables and geared PRT slewing rings.

For more information:Igus Inc.PO Box 14349east Providence, RI 02914Phone: (800) 521-2747www.igus.com

NExEN gROUPBooth E-4306

Nexen Group will be showcasing its innovative motion control prod-ucts at the 2012 International Man-ufacturing Technology Show. This year, Nexen will be offering visitors an in-depth look at its latest Roller Pinion System (RPS) models, Pre-cision Ring Drive (PRD) and will provide a preview of its new, first-of-its-kind technology. Specifically engineered to meet diverse and de-manding motion control challeng-es, Nexen’s RPS features a unique roller pinion/toothed rack combi-nation that delivers high-accuracy positioning with zero backlash and virtually eliminates cumulative er-ror. Constantly evolving in order to provide the widest range of high-quality motion control solutions, the RPS is offered in five distinct models, each 99 percent efficient, with low friction and minimal main-tenance requirements. For indexing and rotary positioning applications, Nexen’s PRD contains a roller pin-

ion system that is 99 percent effi-cient and a gearbox that performs at a 96 percent efficiency rating for smooth, precise motion. Reaching speeds of 300 rpm and lasting for up to 60,000,000 revolutions, the PRD combines power, rigidity and dura-bility to satisfy current industry de-mands for higher performance ca-pacity at lower energy costs.

For more information:Nexen Group, Inc.560 Oak Grove Parkwayvadnais Heights, Minnesota 55127Phone: 651-484-5900www.nexengroup.com

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Attendees. Manufacturing industry professionals from all over the world attend IMTS to see more than 15,000 new machine tools, controls, comput-ers, software, components, systems and processes that can improve their efficiency.

Exhibitors. Over 1,100 exhibitors from the metalworking industry will display their products and productiv-ity solutions covering 1.2 million net square foot of show floor.• Metal cutting. Contains everything

from machining centers and assem-bly automation to flexible manu-facturing systems and lathes.

• Tooling/workholding systems: fea-tures jigs, fixtures, cutting tools of all types and related accessories.

• Metal forming/fabricating/laser processes: home to waterjet, plas-ma-arc and laser systems, welding equipment, heat treating and more.

• Other pavilions at IMTS: Abrasive Machining/Sawing/Finishing; Controls & CAD-CAM; EDM; Gear Generation; Industrial Automation North America; Machine Components/Cleaning/Environmental and Quality Assurance.

IMTS conference. The IMTS 2012 Conference brings the industry together, under one roof and at one time, to discuss new opportunities.

IMTS 2012 individual registration• * $30 per person through August

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Group registration. To qualify as a group, you must have five or more people from the same company, and everyone must register at the same time.

• * $15 per person through August 10, 2012

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Students. Individuals at all lev-els of learning are invited to attend IMTS 2012 at no charge. Students, educators, administrators and guid-ance counselors, check out the NIMS Student Skills Center program and register for free!

C o n f e r e n c e r e g i s t r a t i o n . Conference registration is open. You may register for more than one con-ference at the same time. Includes access to the exhibit hall for all six days of the show.

• IMTS 2012 Conference (Full Pass: $495; Day Pass: $295; Special Combo Pass: $695)

• Motion, Drives & Automation Conference (Early Bird: $165; Standard: $195; Discount Package: $295; Special Combo Pass: $695)

• ISA Inside (ISA Member Rate: $445 per course; Community Member/List Rate: $630 per course)

• EHS Today’s America’s Safest Companies (Rate: $395)

• IANA Global Automation & Manufacturing Summit (Early Bird: $165; Standard: $195; Discount Package: $295; Special Combo Pass: $695)

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With over 85 years of technological leadership in bore sizing and finishing, Sunnen Products Company has the solution you need for the precision honing of gears.Sunnen can provide a system for virtually any gear honing application—helical, pinion, worm, sprocket or spur—and in virtually any material from powdered metal to hardened steel.

Sunnen offers three different types of honing technologies, including conventional, single-pass or KROSSGRINDING®.Sunnen also offers the industry’s largest choice of honing machines… horizontal or vertical, single-spindle or multi-spindle, automated or manually operated. No matter what you require for precision honing of gears, Sunnen has the answer.Visit us at the IMTS Show Booth N-7400 to have your questions answered.

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Alphabetical ListingsCOMPANY BOOTHAmerican Broach & Machine Company N-7027American Gear Tools N-7027American Wera Inc. N-6260Andantex USA Inc. N-6035Atlanta Drive Systems Inc. N-6420Banyan Global Technologies N-6670Bates Technologies N-7451Bourn & Koch Inc. N-6924Broach Masters/Universal Gear N-7112Broaching Machine Specialties Co. N-7229Carl Zeiss Industrial Metrology, LLC E-5504, N-6918DMG/Mori Seiki USA S-8900Dontyne Systems N-6791Dr. Kaiser N-7240Drake Manufacturing Services Co. N-6918DSM Functional Materials N-6072DTR Corp. N-6658Dura-Bar W-1272Eldec Induction USA N-6663EMAG LLC N-6846EMAG Maschinenfabrik Gmbh N-6918Emuge Corp. W-1536Engis Corp. N-7325Erasteel Inc. W-1381Erwin Junker Machinery, Inc. N-6840Escofier SAS N-6026Euro-Tech Corp. W-2453Federal Broach and Machine Company N-6924, N-7046Felsomat USA, Inc. N-7024Frenco GmbH W-2453FROEMAG N-7220Fuji Machine America S-9059Gear Technology N-7148Gehring L P N-6740Gehring Technologies GmbH N-6740Gleason Corporation N-7000Gleason Cutting Tools Corporation N-7000Gleason Metrology Systems Corporation N-7000Gleason-Hurth Maschinen und Werkzeuge N-7000Gleason-Pfauter Maschinenfabrik GmbH N-7000The Gleason Works N-7000Gould & Eberhardt Gear Machinery N-7030Guyson Corp. N-7245Hainbuch America Corp. W-2413Halifax Rack & Screw -North America N-6789Hamai Co. N-7451Hangsterfer’s Laboratories N-7526Hassay Savage / Magafor W-1592Hexagon Metrology N-7163, E-5202Hofler Maschinenbau GmbH N-6837Index Corp. S-8450Ingersoll Cutting Tools W-1822J. Schneeberger Corp. N-6936Kapp GmbH N-7036KAPP Technologies N-7036Kennametal Inc. W-1522Kitagawa Northtech Inc. W-2412Klingelnberg GmbH N-6930Koepfer America, LLC N-6918

Alphabetical ListingsCOMPANY BOOTHLeistritz Corporation N-6746Liebherr Gear Technology, Inc. N-6930LMT USA Inc. W-2464Logansport Machine Company W-1314Luren Precision Co. Ltd. N-7072MAG IAS LLC S-8519Mahr Federal Inc. E-5242Marposs Corp. E-5519Mazak Corp. S-8300Mecanica Comercial Meco, S.L. N-7124Mijno Precision Gearing N-7227Mitsubishi Heavy Industries America - Machine Tool Division N-7046Mitts & Merrill L.P. N-7220Mitutoyo America Corp. E-5214Monnier + Zahner AG N-6918Mutschler Edge Technologies W-1843Nachi America Inc. W-2279Nagel Precision N-7040Niles Werkzeugmaschinen GmbH N-7036Normac Inc. N-7514Northfield Precision Instrument W-1251Oak Ridge National Laboratory N-7178Oelheld US N-6668Oerlikon Balzers USA Inc. W-2283Paulo Products Co. N-6068Power Transmission Engineering N-7148Process Equipment Co. N-6133QC American LLC N-7027R.P. Machine Enterprises, Inc. N-7030Rattunde Corporation N-6737Reishauer Corporation N-7018Richardon GmbH N-6918Riten Industries W-1336Roeders of America S-8017Roto-Flo N-7115S&T Dynamics N-7425S.L. Munson and Co. N-7240Saacke North America LLC N-7329SAMP S.p.A. N-6924Sandvik Coromant W-1500Schiess Brighton GmbH S-8275Schunk Inc. W-2000Seco Tools Inc. W-1564Setco N-6520Sicmat S.p.A. N-6924Siemens Industry Inc. E-5010SKF USA E-5842SMW Autoblock W-1400Solar Atmospheres N-6414Solar Manufacturing N-6414Speedgrip Chuck-Cameron-Madison W-1496Star SU LLC N-6924, W-1385Suhner Industrial Products W-1073Sunnen Products Co. N-7400The Timken Co. N-7190Ty-Miles, Inc. N-7127Tyrolit GmbH & Co. KG N -6918U.S. Gear Tools, Inc. N-7115Wenzel America Ltd. E-5261

The following IMTS exhibitors are suppliers of products or services that may be of interest to gear manufacturers who visit the show. The Booth numbers include a letter indicating which building the booth is in (N=North, S=South, E=East, W=West).


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Alphabetical ListingsCOMPANY BOOTHWFL Millturn Technologies GmbH & Co. KG S-8566Winterthur & Wendt N-7063Wittenstein E-5386Zoller Inc. W-2022

Listings by Booth NumberCOMPANY BOOTHSiemens Industry Inc. E-5010Hexagon Metrology E-5202, N-7163Mitutoyo America Corp. E-5214Mahr Federal Inc. E-5242Wenzel America Ltd. E-5261Wittenstein E-5386Carl Zeiss Industrial Metrology, LLC E-5504, N-6918Marposs Corp. E-5519SKF E-5842Tyrolit GmbH & Co. KG N -6918Escofier SAS N-6026Andantex USA Inc. N-6035Paulo Products Co. N-6068DSM Functional Materials N-6072Process Equipment Co. N-6133American Wera Inc. N-6260Solar Atmospheres N-6414Solar Manufacturing N-6414Atlanta Drive Systems Inc. N-6420Setco N-6520DTR Corp. N-6658Eldec Induction USA N-6663Oelheld US N-6668Banyan Global Technologies N-6670Rattunde Corporation N-6737Gehring L P N-6740Gehring Technologies GmbH N-6740Leistritz Corporation N-6746Halifax Rack & Screw -North America N-6789Dontyne Systems N-6791Hofler Maschinenbau GmbH N-6837Erwin Junker Machinery, Inc. N-6840EMAG LLC N-6846Carl Zeiss Industrial Metrology, LLC N-6918, E-5504Drake Manufacturing Services Co. N-6918EMAG Maschinenfabrik Gmbh N-6918Koepfer America, LLC N-6918Monnier + Zahner AG N-6918Richardon GmbH N-6918Bourn & Koch Inc. N-6924SAMP S.p.A. N-6924Sicmat S.p.A. N-6924Federal Broach and Machine Company N-6924, N-7046Star SU LLC N-6924, W-1385Klingelnberg GmbH N-6930Liebherr Gear Technology, Inc. N-6930J. Schneeberger Corp. N-6936Gleason Corporation N-7000Gleason Cutting Tools Corporation N-7000Gleason Metrology Systems Corporation N-7000Gleason-Hurth Maschinen und Werkzeuge N-7000Gleason-Pfauter Maschinenfabrik GmbH N-7000The Gleason Works N-7000Reishauer Corporation N-7018Felsomat USA, Inc. N-7024American Broach & Machine Company N-7027American Gear Tools N-7027QC American LLC N-7027Gould & Eberhardt Gear Machinery N-7030

Listings by Booth NumberCOMPANY BOOTHR.P. Machine Enterprises, Inc. N-7030Kapp GmbH N-7036KAPP Technologies N-7036NILES Werkzeugmaschinen GmbH N-7036Nagel Precision N-7040Mitsubishi Heavy Industries America -Machine Tool Division N-7046Federal Broach and Machine Company N-7046, N-6924Winterthur & Wendt N-7063Luren Precision Co. Ltd. N-7072Broach Masters/Universal Gear N-7112Roto-Flo N-7115U.S. Gear Tools, Inc. N-7115Mecanica Comercial Meco, S.L. N-7124Ty-Miles, Inc. N-7127Gear Technology N-7148Power Transmission Engineering N-7148Hexagon Metrology N-7163, E-5202Oak Ridge National Laboratory N-7178The Timken Co. N-7190FROEMAG N-7220Mitts & Merrill L.P. N-7220Mijno Precision Gearing N-7227Broaching Machine Specialties Co. N-7229Dr. Kaiser N-7240S.L. Munson and Co. N-7240Guyson N-7245Engis Corp. N-7325Saacke North America LLC N-7329Sunnen Products Co. N-7400S&T Dynamics N-7425Bates Technologies N-7451Hamai Co. N-7451Normac Inc. N-7514Hangsterfer’s Laboratories N-7526Roeders of America S-8017Schiess Brighton GmbH S-8275Mazak Corp. S-8300Index Corp. S-8450MAG IAS LLC S-8519WFL Millturn Technologies GmbH & Co. KG S-8566DMG/Mori Seiki USA S-8900Fuji Machine America Corp. S-9059Suhner Industrial Products W-1073Northfield Precision Instrument W-1251Dura-Bar W-1272Logansport Machine Company W-1314Riten Industries W-1336Erasteel Inc. W-1381Star SU LLC W-1385, N-6924SMW Autoblock W-1400Speedgrip Chuck-Cameron-Madison W-1496Sandvik Coromant W-1500Kennametal Inc. W-1522Emuge Corp. W-1536Seco Tools Inc. W-1564Hassay Savage / Magafor W-1592Ingersoll Cutting Tools W-1822Mutschler Edge Technologies W-1843Schunk Inc. W-2000Zoller Inc. W-2022Nachi America Inc. W-2279Oerlikon Balzers USA Inc. W-2283Kitagawa Northtech Inc. W-2412Hainbuch America Corp. W-2413Euro-Tech Corp. W-2453Frenco GmbH W-2453LMT USA Inc. W-2464


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Alphabetical listingscOMPANY BOOtHAerotech Inc. N-6460All World Machinery Supply E-5026Andantex USA Inc. N-6035Argo-Hytos Inc. E-4438Atlanta Drive Systems Inc. N-6420B&R Industrial Automation E-4201Baker Bearing Co. N-6788Baldor Electric Co. E-5748Baumueller-Nuermont Corp. E-4115Beckhoff Automation E-4271Boca Bearing Co. N-6892Bosch Rexroth Corp. E-5030CGI Motion E-5080Chieftek Precision Co. E-4661Concept Systems Inc. E-4180Delta Computer Systems Inc. E-4403Deutschmann Automation GmbH E-4490DMM Technology Corp. E-4464Dontyne Systems N-6791Dreisilker Electric Motors E-5755Edgewater Automation E-4130Elmo Motion Control E-4588EMA Electronics Corp. E-4000ErlinkKlinger Kunstofftechnik GmbH E-4095ETEL Inc. E-5358EZO SPB-USA LLC E-4443Fagor Automation Corp. E-5230Flair Industry Accessory Co. Ltd. W-1085Fraba Inc./Posital E-4185GBSA Inc. N-6489Gear Technology magazine N-7148GMN USA N-7175Halifax Rack & Screw-North America N-6789Harbin Bearing Manufacturing Co. Ltd. E-4566Hawe Hydraulics E-4436Heidenhain Corp. E-5224Hirschmann Engineering USA Inc. E-5112Hiwin Corp. E-5040Hoover Precision Products Inc. N-7080Houghton International W-2382Hunger Hydraulics E-4407IC Flow Controls Inc. E-4401IC Fluid Power Inc. E-4405IFPE Fluid Power Zone E-4434Igus Inc. E-5610IKO International E-5685Industry Controls Inc. E-4445Iraundi S.A. E-4060Isutami USA Inc. E-4105Jakob Antriebstechnik GmbH W-1779K+S Services Inc. E-5151LFK Bearing (America) Co. Ltd. N-6481Luoyang Bearing Science and Technology Co. Ltd. W-1958, N-7186Micromatic LLC E-4070Mijno Precision Gearing N-7227

cOMPANY BOOtHMitutoyo America Corp. E-5214Nachi America Inc. W-2279Napoleon Engineering Services E-5803NB Corporation of America E-5558Nexen Group Inc. E-4306Nook Industries E-5080NSK Americas E-5145Oelheld U.S. Inc. N-6668Oerlikon Balzers AG W-2283Power Transmission Engineering magazine N-7148Promess Inc. E-5076Quality Bearings & Components E-4085Real Time Automation Inc. E-4191Revere Control Systems E-4165Rollon Corp. E-4351Rotomag Motors & Controls Pvt. Ltd. E-4065Schaeffler Group USA E-5157Schneeberger Inc. E-5640Setco N-6520Siemens Industry Inc. E-5010SKF USA E-5842Smalley Steel Ring Co. N-6300Sommer Automatic Inc. E-4456Steinmeyer Inc. E-5751Suhner Industrial Products W-1073The Timken Co. N-7190VDMA E-4090Vinko Auto Industries Ltd. E-4080Von Ruden Manufacturing Inc. W-1306Wangfangdian Industry Metallurgical Bearing Manufacture Co. N-6590WD Bearing America N-7089Wittenstein E-5386Yaskawa America Inc. E-4140, N-6600

listings by Booth NumbercOMPANY BOOtHEMA Electronics Corp. E-4000Iraundi S.A. E-4060Rotomag Motors & Controls Pvt. Ltd. E-4065Micromatic LLC E-4070Vinko Auto Industries Ltd. E-4080Quality Bearings & Components E-4085VDMA E-4090ErlinkKlinger Kunstofftechnik GmbH E-4095Isutami USA Inc. E-4105Baumueller-Nuermont Corp. E-4115Edgewater Automation E-4130Yaskawa America Inc. E-4140Revere Control Systems E-4165Concept Systems Inc. E-4180Fraba Inc./Posital E-4185Real Time Automation Inc. E-4191B&R Industrial Automation E-4201Beckhoff Automation E-4271Nexen Group Inc. E-4306Rollon Corp. E-4351

IMTS 2012The following IMTS exhibitors are suppliers of products or services that may be of interest to buyers of power transmission and motion control components. The booth numbers include a letter (N=North, S=South, E=East, W=West) indicating a booth’s building location.

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cOMPANY BOOtHIC Flow Controls Inc. E-4401Delta Computer Systems Inc. E-4403IC Fluid Power Inc. E-4405Hunger Hydraulics E-4407IFPE Fluid Power Zone E-4434Hawe Hydraulics E-4436Argo-Hytos Inc. E-4438EZO SPB-USA LLC E-4443Industry Controls Inc. E-4445Sommer Automatic Inc. E-4456DMM Technology Corp. E-4464Deutschmann Automation GmbH E-4490Harbin Bearing Manufacturing Co. Ltd. E-4566Elmo Motion Control E-4588Chieftek Precision Co. E-4661Siemens Industry Inc. E-5010All World Machinery Supply E-5026Bosch Rexroth Corp. E-5030Hiwin Corp. E-5040Promess Inc. E-5076CGI Motion E-5080Nook Industries E-5080Hirschmann Engineering USA Inc. E-5112NSK Americas E-5145K+S Services Inc. E-5151Schaeffler Group USA E-5157Mitutoyo America Corp. E-5214Heidenhain Corp. E-5224Fagor Automation Corp. E-5230ETEL Inc. E-5358Wittenstein E-5386NB Corporation of America E-5558Igus Inc. E-5610Schneeberger Inc. E-5640IKO International E-5685Baldor Electric Co. E-5748Steinmeyer Inc. E-5751Dreisilker Electric Motors E-5755Napoleon Engineering Services E-5803SKF USA E-5842Andantex USA Inc. N-6035Smalley Steel Ring Co. N-6300Atlanta Drive Systems Inc. N-6420Aerotech Inc. N-6460LFK Bearing (America) Co. Ltd. N-6481GBSA Inc. N-6489Setco N-6520Wangfangdian Industry Metallurgical Bearing Manufacture Co. N-6590Yaskawa America Inc. N-6600Oelheld U.S. Inc. N-6668Baker Bearing Co. N-6788Halifax Rack & Screw-North America N-6789Dontyne Systems N-6791Boca Bearing Co. N-6892Hoover Precision Products Inc. N-7080WD Bearing America N-7089Gear Technology magazine N-7148Power Transmission Engineering magazine N-7148GMN USA N-7175Luoyang Bearing Science and Technology Co. Ltd. N-7186The Timken Co. N-7190Mijno Precision Gearing N-7227Suhner Industrial Products W-1073Flair Industry Accessory Co. Ltd. W-1085Von Ruden Manufacturing Inc. W-1306Jakob Antriebstechnik GmbH W-1779Luoyang Bearing Science and Technology Co. Ltd. W-1958Nachi America Inc. W-2279Oerlikon Balzers AG W-2283Houghton International W-2382

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