Tooling
Trunnion Machine Smooths Shop’s Workflow
This article looks at an automotive aftermarket supplier that consolidated its multi-machine process into a single machining cell.
Read MoreTooling Systems Optimized for Steel Materials
Sandvik Coromant now has a complete offer for hard turning operations.
Read MoreAutomation in High-Mix, Low-Volume Turning Applications
Turning shops are familiar with automation for high-volume work, but the shifting landscape to smaller batch sizes has created new challenges.
Read MorePowRgrip Accessories Control Chip Removal
Rego-Fix introduced several additions and accessories to its toolholding line.
Read MoreM4258 Cutter Handles a Variety of Materials
The modular M4258 brings both high performance and process reliability to slot milling and other applications.
Read MoreHeule's IMTS Booth Offers Family Welcome
“If there is one time that our customers and potential customers have the benefit of experiencing the combination of the largest amount of experience and knowledge in hole finishing solutions for high volume manufacturing, it’s at IMTS.”
Read MoreWhen to Choose Custom Tooling
While most shops try to use standard, off-the-shelf cutting tools for as many operations as possible, it is often more cost effective to invest in custom tools.
Read MoreTC420 Supreme Delivers Reliable Surface Finishes
With its polygon geometry and other design innovations, the Walter USA TC420 Supreme thread former has up to 30 percent lower torque and a better surface finish than is normally gained with thread cutting.
Read MoreJaw Nuts Reduce Change-Over Time
Fast-Trac jaw nuts, from Dillon Manufacturing Inc., convert standard chucks into quick-change chucks, reducing jaw change-over time by 50 percent or more, according to the company.
Read MoreMultifunction Cutter Starts Holes in Solid Pieces
The C-Centering cutter uses a specialized insert that can start a hole from a solid piece, according to the company.
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