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Optimizing tool life and tooling cost containment

JM Performance Products' patented High Torque retention knobs aim to resolve the tooling budget containment challenge.n Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on CTE: 2019-04-17 CTE…

Contributor · April 17, 2019

In with the old

In response to my Lead Angle column in the April 2019 issue about machining large parts and my attraction to vintage machine tools, I received the following email from Chuck Oloffson, a…

Contributor · April 16, 2019

What do robotics mean for the cutting tools industry?

The rise of the robots is pervasive across all verticals, including the cutting tools industry. As more and more manufacturers turn to leaner processes robotics have been seen as a way to…

Contributor · April 15, 2019

Dry machining and MQL conquering more applications (part1)

Production managers in manufacturing often have to ask themselves: should we continue with conventional machining and coolant lubricants, or do dry machining or minimum quantity lubrication (MQL) represent viable alternatives? Several factors…

Contributor · April 10, 2019

Learning the future at Automate 2019

Based on the high level of traffic and activity that I saw at Automate 2019 combined with a U.S. unemployment rate of just under 4%, my hunch is that robot manufacturers will…

Contributor · April 10, 2019

Sandvik creates smash-proof, 3D-printed guitar

Rock stars have been smashing guitars for decades, few with more enthusiasm than Swedish-born guitar virtuoso Yngwie Malmsteen. Global engineering company Sandvik decided to test its cutting-edge techniques by building the world's…

Contributor · April 9, 2019

Role changes at Kyocera Hardcoating Technologies Ltd.

Kyocera Hardcoating Technologies (KHTL) a division of Kyocera SGS Precision Tools Group is pleased to announce personnel changes within the coating division in Munroe Falls, Ohio. Imported from the CTE archive to…

Contributor · April 5, 2019

Titan Gilroy says the skills gap is a lie

If you ever need a reason to be proud that you chose manufacturing as your career, just listen to Titan Gilroy, owner and CEO of Titans of CNC. "If you want to…

Contributor · April 5, 2019

Texas machine shop overcomes the heat

Greg Olson is the heavy machine shop supervisor at Washington Iron Works, Sherman, Texas. As a supervisor of a 12-person crew working on everything from crankshaft services to engine overhauls for oil…

Contributor · April 5, 2019

United Grinding North America Inc. wins award

MIAMISBURG, Ohio – UNITED GRINDING North America earned recognition for the outstanding growth of its sales of FANUC robotic systems at the 20th annual FANUC Authorized Systems Integrators (ASI) Meeting. Imported from…

Contributor · April 4, 2019

United Grinding North America Inc. names distributor

MIAMISBURG, Ohio – UNITED GRINDING North America welcomes nationwide solutions provider Ellison Technologies as a key distributor, serving as the exclusive representative of the company's grinding solutions in Texas and Louisiana. Imported…

Contributor · April 4, 2019

Index Corp. hires Mark Smith

Noblesville, Indiana – INDEX has announced the hiring of Mark Smith as its regional sales manager for the Midwest. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion on MFGAxis. Originally published on…

Contributor · April 4, 2019

Fives Giddings & Lewis LLC to celebrate anniversary

FOND DU LAC, Wis. – 2019 is a big year for Fives Giddings & Lewis as it celebrates its 160th anniversary, with a special celebration happening this summer. Imported from the CTE…

Contributor · April 4, 2019

Dave Heubel promoted

Erie, PA—Vice President and General Manager of Eriez-USA Tim Gland announces that Dave Heubel has been promoted to the newly created position of Senior Sales Director of Eriez-USA, effective January 3, 2019.…

Contributor · April 4, 2019

Dan Zimmerman appointed

Erie, PA—Vice President and General Manager of Eriez-USA Tim Gland announces that Dan Zimmerman has been promoted to the position of Operations Director of Eriez-USA. Imported from the CTE archive to seed…

Contributor · April 4, 2019

Heule Tool Corp. recognized for innovation

(Cincinnati, OH) – HEULE Precision Tool announces that their BSF tooling has been selected as a finalist for the Swiss-American Business Council (SABC) Innovation Award for 2018. Imported from the CTE archive…

Contributor · April 4, 2019

2018 saw success, expansion at Mahr Inc.

PROVIDENCE, RI – Mahr Inc., a provider of dimensional metrology solutions, closed a record year of success in 2018—including adding multiple key hires, opening new facilities across the United States, and introducing…

Contributor · April 4, 2019

Niigata Machine Techno USA Inc. to be distributor

Elk Grove Village, IL – As of April 1, 2019, Niigata Machine Techno USA, Inc. will be the distributor of Niigata Injection Molding Machines. Imported from the CTE archive to seed discussion…

Contributor · April 3, 2019

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