Grinding

Applying Magnetism To Smooth Cutting Tools On A Grinding Machine

An alternate surface finishing device available on a tool grinding machine uses magnetism to swirl abrasive powder across the surface of a cutting tool. This creates a smooth surface finish and precisely rounded cutting edges.

Five-Axis CNC Tool, Cutter Grinder Features Conversational Programming

Grinder Designed With Increased Dampening Properties

Flexible Two-Axis Grinder

Grinding For PCD And PcBN Inserts

Superabrasive Machining Systems

Flexible Grinder Streamlines Drive Shaft Production

When a bottleneck arose from an application involving multiple setups, this shop invested in a new grinding machine with a full B-axis. Since then, it has consolidated the troublesome operation from three machines to one.

The Case For Synthetic Diamonds In Wheel Dressing Tools

Synthetic-diamond dressing tools are often a superior alternative to natural-diamond dressing tools for conditioning a grinding wheel. The reason is the consistency that the synthetic-diamond tools bring to the process. That is a key point in the case for synthetic diamond dressing tools made by William D. Ja

The Case For Hydrostatic Ways

Moving on oil can let a grinding machine deliver more power along a smoother pass.

Getting Centered With Centerless

A job shop that specializes in cylindrical grinding is shifting more of its work from ID/OD grinders to centerless grinders. In understanding the rationale behind this move, other shops can determine where centerless makes the most sense.