Star GB reveals details of Autumn Open House

Following the success of this summer's Technology Day experience, Star GB is delighted to announce its Autumn Open House for 2015. Coming this October to Star's Derbyshire head office, the Open House promises to showcase the latest innovations in sliding head technology. The Star team will be on hand to share their unbeatable technical knowledge, helping users new and old to unlock the full potential of their manufacturing array.

Among the exclusive machine demonstrations, a brand new Star sliding head lathe will be unveiled in the UK for the very first time. The new Star SR-38 sliding head lathe is Star's latest edition to its growing arsenal of 38mm mill-turn machines and boasts balance turning capability together with a fully programmable B axis and an 8-station independent rear platen. This machine will be making an appearance fresh from EMO Milan, along with the SV-38R, whose diameter is capable of extending to accommodate 42mm bar.

Also to be exhibited are a variety of other Star lathes including the SW-12RII, SB-12R Type G, SR-20RIV Type B together with a complete manufacturing cell demonstrating the SR-20J, FMB bar Loading magazine, long parts unloading, and high pressure coolant.

Stay tuned to www.stargb.com for updates on other attractions, including partner displays, hospitality, and more information on the machine announcements. The event will take place on the Tuesday the 20th through to Thursday the 22nd of October at Star's main office in Melbourne, Derbyshire. To book your place, visit www.stargb.com/open or call 01332 86 44 55.

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