Editorial, News, and Products
Sodick Establishes Direct Sales in Ohio
Sodick has appointed Joe Caine and Brad Angeny, both experienced regional managers, to work as sales managers for this territory.
When a Swiss-Type Is a Lathe and a Five-Axis Mill
Swiss-type lathes with a swiveling B axis enable this shop to machine parts complete and unattended that it otherwise couldn’t using its five-axis machining centers. Here is some of what it learned adopting this new technology.
Wire EDM Offers Extended Z-Axis Travel
The ALN600GH wire EDM extends Sodick’s Premium ALN series, adding increased Z-axis capacity of nearly 20"
Sodick Ushers in an Era of Change Across EDM, Milling and Additive
At IMTS 2018, Sodick is showcasing an era of change with new offerings in its EDM, milling and additive technologies.
At a Grand Opening, Sodick Reveals More Than New Machines
Along with launching a new line of hybrid machines, the EDM manufacturer is tailoring one of its EDM models specifically for post processing additive parts.
3D Printer Can Run For a Week Hands-Free
IMTS 2018: Sodick’s large-capacity OPM350L metal 3D printer/CNC hybrid expands the usable work area and introduces the Material Recovery System (MRS) unit.
Wire EDM Machines 3D-Printed Workpieces
IMTS 2018: The VL600QH wire EDM from Sodick is designed to meet the needs of the growing 3D Printing market.
June 2018 Product Spotlight: EDM
This month’s Modern Equipment Review Spotlight focuses on electrical discharge machines (EDMs) tailored to a variety of industries.
Overcoming the Limits of Hard Milling with EDM
An unusual opportunity led a maker of die-cast dies to reconsider its emphasis on hard milling and take another look at its use of EDM.
Wire EDMs Handle Extra-Large Workpieces
Sodick has released two models of wire EDMs, the ALN800G and the ALN800GH.
High-Column Wire EDM Machines Large Workpieces
Sodick has unveiled its VL600QH high-column wire EDM.
In-Process Correction Technology Added for Hybrid Metal 3D Printer
An In-Process Correction system increases the precision of both additive and subtractive processes inside Sodick’s OPM metal 3D printing hybrid platform.
Hybrid Metal 3D Printer Adds In-Process Correction Technology
An In-Process Correction system increases the precision of both additive and subtractive processes inside Sodick’s OPM metal 3D printing hybrid platform.
EDM Wire Enables High Cutting Speeds
Sodick has launched JQ (Japan Quality), a new line of EDM wire consumables, consisting of uncoated brass wire that enables high cutting speeds.
June 2017 Product Spotlight: EDM
This month’s Modern Equipment Review Spotlight focuses on a variety of electrical discharge machining equipment.
Sodick Breaks Ground on New, Larger Headquarters
The new facility is planned to include twice the square footage, including a dedicated additive technology tech center.
Hybrid Combines High-Speed Milling with Powder-Bed Additive Mfr.
A new hybrid machining center from Sodick integrates high-speed machining with direct metal laser sintering (DMLS).
Sodick Begins Construction of New U.S. Headquarters
The larger facility will be located in Schaumburg, Illinois.
Hybrid Machine Enables Milling between Additive Passes
Sodick’s OPM250L combines additive metal manufacturing and high-speed milling into the same workspace, enabling single-process production of finished components.
Hybrid Machine Combines Additive, Milling
The machine combines DMLS technology with high-speed milling to produce finished components.
Sodick Dealers to Host Three Open House Events in May 2016
These events will cater to the Northeast region of the United States, spanning Ohio, New York and Massachusetts.
EDM Cell Cuts Lead Time in Half, Improves Quality
Sodick's AG60L sinker EDM and an Erowa Robot Compact helped Ford Tool and Machining LLC cut lead time in half when it needed to reduce downtime and increase repeatability.
Wire EDMs Equipped with Pulse Control
Sodick says that its SLN-G series of wire EDMs is designed with the operator in mind with a user-friendly control.
Wire EDM’s Z-Axis Capacity Accommodates Die/Mold Applications
Sodick’s VZ500LH was designed to meet the need for wire EDMs with large height capacity for die/mold, aerospace and energy applications producing parts such as turbine hubs, aerofoil vanes, instrument panels and mold cores.
Wire EDM Ensures Positioning Accuracy
The SL400Q wire EDM from Sodick features a rigid cast construction and a ceramic workzone.
Houstex 2015 Preview Slideshow
Click through the slideshow to see a selection of technologies to be displayed at Houstex in advance of the February 24-26 trade show.
Sinker EDMs Enable Zero-Electrode Wear
Sodick’s AD series of sinker EDMs includes the AD35L and the AD55L high-performance models.
EDM Stabilizes Wire Tension
Sodick's SL400G rigid, linear-motor-driven wire EDM incorporates a Fixed Jet (FJ) automatic wire threader, said to offer accurate and reliable threading rate for both submerged and non-submerged threading.
Wire EDMs Reduce Number of Cuts
Sodick offers two models of its SL-G wire EDMs, the SL400G and the SL600G, both driven by linear motors.
Sodick Appoints General, Regional Managers
The company has promoted an employee from its R&D branch.
Attracting the Next Generation while Satisfying the Current One
Sodick’s recent Smart Technology event showcased new machines as well as screen options designed to attract the next generation.
Sodick to Host “Smart Technology” Event
The company will unveil new machines at the event.
High Speed Machining Center Mills Graphite, Copper Electrodes
Sodick’s TT1-400A high speed machining center is designed for precise milling of graphite and copper electrodes.
Electrode Machining Center Mills Graphite, Copper Electrodes
Sodick’s high speed TT1-400A electrode machining center is designed for high-precision milling of graphite and copper electrodes.
Wire EDM Offers Expanded Z Height
The AQ750LH wire EDM from Sodick features expanded Z height and linear motor drive technology.
Wire EDM Offers Additional Height
Sodick’s high-precision AG600LH wire EDM incorporates an additional Z height.
Wire EDMs Offer Expanded Z Height
Sodick’s AQ750LH and AQ1200LH model AQ series wire EDM machines feature an expanded Z height and linear motor drive technology.
Wire EDM Can Accommodate Tall Workpieces
Sodick’s AG600LH wire EDM features X-, Y- and Z-axis travel of 23.7" × 15.8" × 20" to accommodate large parts and tall workpieces.
EDMs Increase Machining Stability, Accuracy
Sodick offers the AD30L sinker EDM and the AQ400L wire EDM.
EDM Brings Capacity, Capability to New Heights
A wire EDM’s increased Z-axis capacity enabled this shop to take on larger parts.
Wire EDM Built for Rigidity
The AQ400L wire EDM from Sodick features X-, Y- and Z-axis travel of 15.75” x 11.81” x 9.84” and ceramic components that increase machine rigidity.
Sodick Launches New Warranty Program
EDM manufacturer Sodick (Schaumburg, Illinois) has launched a new 7-year warranty program for new machines. Upon purchasing a machine, customers can opt for SodickCare Premier 3 or SodickCare Premier 5, which expand the standard warranty to 3 or 5 years, respectively.
Sinker EDM Features Simplified Control Mechanism
Sodick’s eco-friendly AG100L sinker EDM features a simplified control mechanism that provides a direct link between the drive and the control.
Sodick Opens California Tech Center
Sodick (Schaumburg, Illinois) recently opened a new technical and training center in Yorba Linda, California.
High Speed Wire and Sinker EDM
The AG40L sinker EDM with linear motor drives offers high speed and high acceleration, which is said to enable an even and natural flushing condition for high part accuracy.
Sodick Names Territory Sales Manager for North Midwest
EDM supplier Sodick has named Joel Manns territory sales manager for the North Midwest Region, which includes Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa and border counties of Wisconsin.
Video: Linear Motor Micromachining Center
Video shows the smooth, quiet, rapid motion characteristic of effective micromilling.
Sinker EDM Features Compact Size
Sodick introduces the C32 CNC sinker EDM, featuring a compact design that fits into a 3. 5 ft. × 5.
CAD Input For EDM
This software runs on the wire and ram (die sinking) versions of the company's "LQ" Windows XP-based control unit. The software provides a special interface that allows the user to input 3D solid model geometry directly from the CAD system to use as input to the EDM control unit. Using CAD data as direct machine tool input has long been a dream that developers of other types of machine tools are now closing in on.
Reaching New Depths And Greater Accuracy
Just when you thought high speed machining or hard milling would steal the best applications from ram-type electrical discharge machines, linear motor technology is taking "sinker EDM" to levels unattainable with any other metal removal process.
Linear Motor Brings Accuracy to EDMing of Deep Ribs
A ram electrical discharge machine may not be the place most observers would expect to see a high-speed linear motor. Linear motors seem more appropriate for the axis drives of milling machines, where high feed rates complement high spindle speeds in high performance machining. But high performance is a goal for EDM builders as well.
Wire, Ram And Small Hole Driller Help Build Specialty Injection Molds
The ram EDM runs unattended day and night, allowing the operators to perform other tasks. The ram has cut graphite costs nearly 50 percent, requiring fewer electrodes than its older equipment.
EDM Market Dictates New Machine's Features
Japanese EDM builder Sodick is introducing a new wire EDM model to the U.S. market at this year's Westec show in March, 1998.
Wire EDM In The Extreme
Cutting metal with an energized strand of wire is still one of the most dynamic frontiers in metalworking, and this shop goes to extremes to keep up with the latest advances. It has even developed some of its own.
Wired For Productivity
This shop successfully mixes high volume production jobs with prototype work by concentrating on high performance wire EDM.