Cutting Tools

Cutting Material Grades

Atomic-Level Engineering For Greater Tool Life

Manipulating the direction of aluminum oxide crystals produces a cutting tool coating that is harder, and also cuts cooler.

How CNC Led To Cells

Bringing CNC into a previously manual process set this shop on a lean path that has led to continuous flow production.

Aerospace Shop Reduces Setups With Boring Mill

A recent survey prompted Ace Clearwater Enterprises to acquire a boring mill and implement a new MRP system. In turn, it was able to bring processes in-house and accelerate cycle times while better serving its clientele.

Tool Presetter

Split-Point Fiber Drill

Produce Burr-Free Parts Without Separate Deburring Stage

Indexable Inserts With Positive Cutting Edge Geometries

Versatile Inserts Reduce Need For Secondary Processes

Small-Bore Profiling And Back Turning