Chris Pasion Managing Editor, Modern Machine Shop | Production Machining

Tooling 26 Dec 2023

T.J. Davies Retention Knobs Maximize Cutting Tool Life

Custom-made retention knobs are sized to fit the machine tool and spindle or toolholder to extend the life of existing machine tool assets.

Automation 22 Dec 2023

Kuka Automated Mobile Platforms Streamline Operations

The KMP 1500P AMR features a 60-mm stroke and precision positioning, enabling it to transport up to 1.5-tons of materials and workpieces, picks good, supply lines and cells with materials and transport production parts in process linking.

21 Dec 2023

iSwiss Corporation Partners With Bimu Insert Systems

Bimu SA specializes in the design, production and distribution of carbide inserts and accessories for automatic lathes.

18 Dec 2023

GWS Tool Group Announces Independent Division, New Leadership

With Sean Holt as its new president, GWS will become a distinct division within the Sandvik Machining Solutions network.

CAD/CAM 15 Dec 2023

Precision Machining Technology Review: December 2023

Production Machining’s December 2023 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Sandvik Coromant, Nikon Metrology, The L.S. Starrett Co., Walter USA, Kennametal and SolidCAM.

Turning Machines 14 Dec 2023

Index Corporation Lathes Feature Upgraded Toolholders

The Index B400/B500 and Traub TNA400/TNA500 lathes are equipped with the VDI40 radial turret with 18 toolholders.

Shop Management Software 12 Dec 2023

Cetec ERP Scheduling Feature Facilitates Accurate Quoting

The Buffer feature ensures ample time is given on the work order, without impacting labor time, estimates or cost.

Measurement 11 Dec 2023

BYK-Gardner Gages Feature Multiple Measurement Modes

BYKO-test 9500 series of dry-film thickness gages have functions to store, archive and document measured values, easily change device settings on a PC and pre-configure by setting pass/fail limits.