Chris Pasion

Chris Pasion Managing Editor, Modern Machine Shop | Production Machining

Measurement

Western Gage's Readout Provides Five Micro-Inch Resolution

Westec 2021: Micro IIi Air Gage Readout features a built-in microprocessor, digital and analog displays, USB & RS-232 serial data outputs and auto calibration with master gages.

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Mazak to Host Technology and Education Event

Mazak’s Discover 2021 event will feature 20 machining systems – many designed and built in Kentucky – including global premieres and in-person debuts.

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Milling Tools

Kyocera Upgrades High Speed Trochoidal and Peel Milling Tool

The T-Carb’s six-flute design reportedly enables higher feed rates at reduced tool loads, ultimately preventing breakage and failure. The ball end expansion now provides Series 51 tools 3D contouring and finishing capabilities in a variety of materials.

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Haimer Showcases Universal Balancing Machine Program

Westec 2021: Haimer’s Tool Dynamic TD Comfort offers a universal balancing machine program that can balance tool holders, grinding wheel adapters or other rotors.

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Reshoring Initiative Projects Annual Records

If this year stays on track, then the Reshoring Initiative projects reshoring and foreign direct investment job announcements for 2021 will be over 220,000 — 38% above 2020.

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Zeiss and ORNL Collaborate on Automated Print Parameter Qualification Solution

According to Zeiss and ORNL, the fully automated qualification solution can comprehensively evaluate a set of printing parameters in less than 12 hours.

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Westminster Tool Receives Grant for Additive Technology

The grant, which was developed by the Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology and the Connecticut Manufacturing Innovation Fund, will enable Westminster Tool to add new 3D-printing equipment and capabilities to their processes.

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Sunnen promotes new CEO

F. Christopher Miltenberger joined Sunnen as president and COO in 2015 with operations, engineering and business development experience. During Miltenberger’s tenure, he has helped Sunnen transform its global operations, as well as improve its customer contact management and relationship development. 

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Turn/Mill

CNC Software Inc. Enhances Mastercam Turning Capabilities

According to CNC Software Inc., users can save time and avoid errors by creating reusable assemblies of modular components. These assemblies can be stored in a library and used for the creation of full 3D lathe tool assemblies.

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Bluco Recognized With Award for Outstanding Workplace

Bluco was recongnized as a winner of the National Association for Business Resources’ Best and Brightest Companies to Work For competition, which honors companies that deliver exceptional human resource practices and outstanding commitment to their employees.

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Milling Tools

Walter Unveils Round Insert Milling Cutter

According to Walter, the new Xtra·Tec XT M5468 is suitable for steel, stainless steel, cast iron, non-ferrous material with difficult cutting properties and hard machining. The company claims it is ideal for copy milling with minimal material removal.

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GWS Tool Group Hires Director of Quality Management & Safety

David Jung, who will work out of GWS’ Arden, N.C. facility, will be responsible for the overall quality management and safety across all GWS locations.

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