News & Events     (Archives: 2010)

Hardinge and Distributor Network Select Okuma OSP Control for New Bridgeport VMC

September 30th, 2010


Hardinge Inc. announced that the newest version of the Bridgeport GX-1000 40" x 21" vertical machining center to be displayed at IMTS (Booth S8348) has been designed with the Okuma OSP-P200 Control, drives, motors and encoders.

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New S207 Swiss Turn Takes Center Stage at Tsugami/Rem Sales IMTS Booth S-9410New S207 Swiss Turn Takes Center Stage at Tsugami/Rem Sales IMTS Booth S-9410

September 9th, 2010


Rem Sales, LLC of Windsor, Connecticut will introduce the S207 Swiss Turn, the newest CNC Precision Automatic Lathe from Tsugami Corporation, at IMTS.

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Sheffield Measurement Launches Endeavor 3 CMM Product LineSheffield Measurement Launches Endeavor 3 CMM Product Line

July 26th, 2010


Hexagon Metrology, Inc. today announced the immediate availability of the Endeavor 3 CMM, the next generation of their Endeavor CMM product line. This popular line of vertical coordinate measuring machines introduces new sizes, additional models, improved sensor support, and a boost in accuracy performance from the previous generation.

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Hardinge Introduces New VMCsHardinge Introduces New VMCs

July 12th, 2010


Hardinge Inc., a leading international provider of advanced metal-cutting solutions announces the release of two new Bridgeport 50-taper Vertical Machining Centers to their growing machine tool product line. These new machining centers, the Bridgeport GX 1300-50 and the GX 1600-50 complement the 40-taper models which were released previously.

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Okuma to Feature New Products at IMTS 2010Okuma to Feature New Products at IMTS 2010

July 7th, 2010


The Okuma booth, #S8500, will feature the new Multus B750 with 4-meter bed, the LB3000-EX MYW horizontal lathe, the new GENOS M460-VE vertical machining center and 3 automated manufacturing cells as well as a few machines never before seen in the United States. All machines on display will be equipped with peripheral equipment, software and accessories from members of Partners in THINC.

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Hardinge Announces the introduction of the GS 51 A Turning CenterHardinge Announces the introduction of the GS 51 A Turning Center

July 2nd, 2010


Hardinge Inc., a leading international provider of advanced metal-cutting solutions announced recently the introduction of the GS 51 A Turning Center. The Automation machine is in addition to the GS 51 machine that we released in August of 2009.

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Tsugami To Debut New Products at IMTS 2010Tsugami To Debut New Products at IMTS 2010

June 8th, 2010


Tsugami will debut three new Swiss-style machine tools at IMTS 2010, according to a spokesperson from Rem Sales, the exclusive North American importer of the line of precision machine tools. IMTS will be held September 13 through 18 at McCormick Place in Chicago, with Tsugami/Rem Sales located in Booth S9410 of the South Building.

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Hexagon Metrology Introduces the ROMER Absolute Arm

April 21st, 2010


The new ROMER Absolute Arm is the first portable measuring arm with absolute encoders. This portable CMM can attain high levels of speed and productivity when taking 3D measurements.

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MP Systems Joins Partners in THINC

May 7th, 2010


(Windsor, CT) Morris Group, Inc. of Windsor, Connecticut is pleased to announce that MP Systems, a supplier of high pressure coolant systems, has joined Partners in THINC. Okuma America Corporation formed Partners in THINC to bring together leading technology providers and to create a partnership that gives customers the lowest cost, best solutions to manufacturing needs.

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Hexagon Metrology Releases PC-DMIS 2010

April 19th, 2010


London, United Kingdom – April 19, 2010 – Hexagon Metrology today announced the release of PC-DMIS 2010, the latest version of its market-leading CAD-based metrology software.

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Hardinge Inc. to Acquire Jones and Shipman

March 31st, 2010


Hardinge Inc. (NASDAQ: HDNG), a leading international provider of advanced metal-cutting solutions, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the assets of Jones and Shipman (“J&S”), a UK-based manufacturer of grinding and super-abrasive machines and machining systems, for £2 million ($3 million equivalent) from Precision Technologies Group Ltd.

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Morris University Announced - Whitney to Lead

Morris Group, Inc. establishes Morris University and names Michael Whitney as Chief Learning Officer. Ensuring the highest quality customer service and support along with employee recruitment and retention are primary goals.

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Rem Sales Introduces Tsugami S Series Swiss TurnsRem Sales Introduces Tsugami S Series Swiss Turns

February 1st, 2010


Rem Sales Announces New, Economic and Capable 20mm Swiss Turns from Tsugami.

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Hardinge Introduces T-42 Super Precision Lathe

March 26th, 2010


Elmira, NY (March 25, 2010): Hardinge announced the release of the T-42 Super Precision® turning center. These models are a replacement for the previous Conquest 42, Conquest T-42, Quest 42, and RS Precision and Super Precision® machines.

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Chris Stine Joins Morris Group, Inc. as Executive Vice President

Morris Group, Inc. announces the appointment of Chris Stine as Executive Vice President. Mr. Stine will join the executive management team where he will have an active role in both operational and strategic leadership for Morris Group and its divisions.

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Precision Metal Machining Inc.'s Real Success a Testament to Rapid Service

On Valentine’s Day, 2005, Precision Metal Machining learned that service is another reason they’ll always stay with Okuma. A major power surge exploded every machine that was running. Two days later, some machines were restored. Within 10 days, all were back in operation. They made all of their scheduled deliveries.

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Powerful Tax Incentives for Business Extended

(October 07, 2010) Windsor, CT - Machinery Finance Resources (www.mfresources.com) reports that the Section 179 tax deduction has been extended to December 31, 2010 and is retroactive to January 1, 2010. This deduction allows a small manufacturing company to deduct the first $500,000 of equipment purchased in 2010 from their taxable income. Click here for more information.

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IMTS 2010 PreviewIMTS 2010 Preview

July 21st, 2010


Please join us at IMTS 2010 to learn more about our products. Some of the new products that will be featured are: Multus B750 by Okuma, Bridgeport GX-1000 by Hardinge and the S207 by Tsugami.

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Hexagon Metrology Introduces New Motorized Probe

March 17th, 2010


New versions of the popular TESASTAR-m and TESASTAR-sm series motorized probe heads adds greater compatibility with legacy products.

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Morris Group, Inc. Announces Appointment of Hardinge Product ManagerMorris Group, Inc. Announces Appointment of Hardinge Product Manager

March 29th, 2010


Morris Group, Inc. has appointed Charlie Laraia to the position of Hardinge Product Manager. Laraia has been employed by the Morris Group, Inc. family of companies since 1984. In his new role, Laraia will serve as liaison between Hardinge, Inc. and the Morris Group, Inc. distributor network
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