Cutting Tools
How Machine Tool Dynamics Could Become a U.S. Supply Chain Strategy
A collaborative agreement being overseen by the U.S. Department of Energy involves a deceptively simple test — a test that could radically increase throughput of the United States’ existing base of CNC machine tools.
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How to Choose the Best Drill Type for Your Next Job
Five questions to ask when deciding between solid carbide drills or replaceable insert.
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Cutting Data, Indexable Inserts Optimize Fine Boring
By using digital technology and optimized indexable inserts from Big Kaiser, Schmauser Müller Metalltechnik has increased its process reliability and efficiency in fine boring applications as well as improved tool life.
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Garant Master Steel Deep Enhances Performance and Longevity
The Hoffmann Group’s Garant Master Steel Deep tool can operate without a co-pilot hole in stainless steel and cast iron.
Read MoreKyocera SGS Expands Micro-Tool Offerings
Kyocera SGS Precision Tools is expanding its micro-tool offerings by more than 4,000 tools, with large increases in its variety of micro-end mills and micro-drills.
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Kennametal Introduces Flat Bottom Geometry for KenTIP FS
The newest addition to Kennametal’s modular drill tip series, the KenTip FS FEG insert is designed to eliminate the need for drilling and end milling flat-bottom holes, instead completing the part in a single operation.
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Eliminating Human Error with a Closed-Loop Boring Bar System
Rigibore’s ActiveEdge boring bars and Zenith system automatically adjust based on in-process measurement data, reducing scrap and aiding in lights out machining.
Read MoreIMCO Carbide Tool Joins IMC Group
Details of the August agreement were not disclosed, but company leadership says most aspects of IMCO’s operations and product portfolio will not change.
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Allied Machine's T-A Pro Drills Improves Holemaking
Allied Machine recently announced the T-A Pro spade drilling insert as a new high performance go-to for general purpose holemaking.
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New Walter CBN Grades Optimized for Challenging Materials
Walter’s new WBK20 and WBK30 CBN grades have edge-preparation designs that are optimized for applications in cast iron and hardened steel.
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