Featured precision tooling meets the rigorous demands of machining difficult energy components like fluid end blocks and other high-pressure field equipment.

Houston, TX - At HOUSTEX 2019, Allied Machine & Engineering presents three holemaking & finishing solutions for manufacturers of oil and gas field components in booth #2034. Machining parts for this rugged industry offer significant challenges such as variation in chip formation, long cross holes, interrupted cuts and muscling through high strength carbon steel. To meet these demands, Allied showcases the 4TEX® indexable insert drill and the NOVITECH™ modular vibration dampening system, both of which launched in September. In addition, Allied Machine highlights the tenacious APX™ drill, engineered to excel in machining deep hole / large diameter applications.

The 4TEX drills single effective cutting edge provides higher penetration rates than standard twist drills for light duty machines. This drilling solution is ideal for machining shallow 2xD, 3xD, and 4xD holes in the 12-47 mm (.472" - 1.850") range. Allied Machines new indexable insert drill is also a great choice for making interrupted cuts and drilling on an incline or angled surface. The four-sided inserts are designed to use two sides in the center pocket and two sides in the periphery pocket, allowing for a reduced cost-per-hole. Manufacturers of energy components benefit from the excellent chip formation provided by the unique insert shape which improves surface finish, hole diameter, and straightness by delivering a superiorly balanced cut compared to ISO inserts. Insert geometries for standard ISO material categories improve hole quality and penetration rate while eliminating issues from chips wrapping around the tool.

In order to increase the drills core strength & rigidity, the center coolant outlet was eliminated and replaced with dual twisted coolant outlets. This innovative design improves hole straightness and penetration rates by enhancing coolant flow and providing superior chip evacuation. The flute space of the internal cutting edge (where chips collect and pack together most) is 1.6 times larger than typical indexable carbide drills.

Allied Machine also shares the Wohlhaupter NOVITECH vibration dampening intermediate module at HOUSTEX. Mounted inside the patent-pending NOVITECH system, the viscoelastically mounted damper modules minimize vibrations during the machining of diameters ranging from 1.970" - 8.070" (50mm - 205mm), in longer overhangs up to 10xD. The NOVITECH increases boring operations productivity, surface quality, and process reliability while extending both the insert and machine centers spindle life by reducing chatter. The NOVITECH is compatible with any machine spindle and features Wohlhaupters MultiBore system (MVS), making it simple to use with existing Wohlhaupter components.

The APX drill is the final holemaking solution in Allied Machines featured lineup for HOUSTEX. The APX delivers the strength and versatility needed in machining oil and gas field equipment. This heavy-duty drill allows for higher spindle speeds and is designed to take advantage of the power curve on modern CNC machines for maximum penetration rates in deep hole drilling. Its exclusive geometry is designed to increase penetration rates and tool life, providing the lowest cost-per-hole among deep hole drilling lines. Shank diameters range from 1.500" - 4.000" (38mm - 101.6mm) and the holders are available in 5xD, 8xD, and 10xD. The APX can be used with either the GEN3SYS or T-A pilot insert to minimize drift and maintain straightness while utilizing the outboard carbide inserts to achieve tight control on the final cutting diameter.

For more information on the new 4TEX drill, APX drill, or NOVITECH vibration dampening module, stop by Allied Machines booth #2034 or visit www.alliedmachine.com.