Taps vs Thread Mills
Thread mills present several advantages over traditional taps in manufacturing. They offer greater versatility, allowing for deeper threading into holes and reducing the risk of tool breakage. Proper feed rates are crucial…
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ElectroMill®: Precision Milling for Tough Bi-Metal & Interrupted Cuts
The flat machining of bi‐metal surfaces or milling applications involving an interrupted cut can present challenges to PCD or carbide milling cutters. Inserts may chip during the milling process, resulting in high machining…
Our Content Overfloweth
The March 2025 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine is packed with content, including a cover story that explores the challenges, tools and techniques for deburring aluminum parts. Plus, you’ll find a…
Norton’s premium grain technology boosts metal removal rates
Saint-Gobain Abrasives has released the newest generation of Norton Abrasive's Paradigm wheels for the cutting tool market that feature a new high-performance grain for higher material removal rates, improved wheel life, better finishes, and reduced overall cost per part.
OPEN MIND’s enhanced software aims to cross the ‘goal line’
Much like professional hockey with its power, speed, and grace, so too were some of technologies, techniques, and even milled items showcased at the OPEN MIND Technologies booth at IMTS 2024.
Uncorking Innovation: Vargus USA Showcases New Tools on Bourbon With The Editor™
In this live episode of Bourbon With The Editor™, host Dennis Spaeth is joined by Joe Magee of Vargus USA for a spirited conversation featuring new tooling solutions from the latest Vargus…
Switch between vertical and horizontal tapping with new Flex arm
With barely a touch, the multi-axis FlexArm REM-24D electronic tapping arm with a multi-position head moved gracefully around the part, making it easy to tap a part where needed and helping to eliminate operator fatigue and reduce the possibility of repetitive motion injuries.
Indexable Carbide Form Tool with 5 Cutting Edges
PENTACUT-27 is a 5 cutting edge form tool that provides a highly consistent and economical approach to the forming operation. The blanks come in widths of 0.394”, 0.591” and 0.787” wide and can…
Tungaloy Unveils Size 18 Inserts for TungForceRec Series!
Tungaloy expands its TungForceRec series with a larger Size 18 insert, offering enhanced versatility through four insert sizes for broader milling applications. This high-performance shoulder milling solution ensures exceptional stability, reliability, and…
Customizable touchscreen indicator brings the power of multiple indicators into one device
In a booth full of technology ranging from multi-sensor vision systems, video-based inspection and measurement systems, and even old-school optical comparators, it was a small indicator that packed a lot of punch.…
DAVI at FABTECH 2024 – Full Electric Plate Rolling Innovation
Join DAVI at FABTECH 2024 as they showcase the MCP e-POWER, the industry’s first fully electric plate roll. Watch a live demo of the iRoll eXtreme control system, featuring laser correction and…
Hypertherm at FABTECH 2024 – Plasma & Water Jet Cutting
Jake Brown shares highlights from FABTECH 2024, where Hypertherm showcased its latest advancements in plasma and water jet cutting. The XPR 460 plasma system, now integrated by all OEMs, took center stage,…
Visual Components at FABTECH 2024 – Welding Automation & Simulation
Brian Knutson, Director of Sales at Visual Components, gives a quick look at what the company showcased at FABTECH 2024 in Orlando, Florida. Focused on welding automation and simulation, Visual Components offers…
Bourbon With The Editor – Exploring the Evolution of Jorgensen Conveyor and Filtration Solutions
The episode introduces the hosts and guests while discussing the bourbon enjoyed. It covers the history of Jorgensen Conveyor Filtration Solutions, founded in 1950, and its transition to employee ownership, which positively…
Complex machining tasks made easy
One method to solve manufacturing needs is to utilize fast, close tolerance, and flexible machine tools such as the GROB G550T 5-Axis Mill/ Turn Universal Machining Center and the G150 5-Axis Universal…
Jorgensen Conveyor’s Solutions for Machining’s Biggest Challenges
Grab a bourbon and join us as Dennis Spaeth talks with Karl Kleppek, President, and Dustin Krueger, Director of Engineering at Jorgensen. In celebration of 75 years of innovation, they share how…
Bourbon With The Editor – New Year’s Threading Solutions with Vargus USA: Productivity & Performance
Join us for a special year-end episode of Bourbon With The Editor as we sit down with Ed Tichelaar, Michigan Application Engineer at Vargus USA, to explore the latest breakthroughs and innovations…
system 3R AMRs & WorkshopManager 5.0: Transforming Manufacturing Automation
Explore System 3R's latest advancements in manufacturing automation. Anders Hagström introduces the Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR), built to streamline material handling and boost production efficiency. The video also highlights the updated WorkShopManager 5.0 software, offering an improved user interface, advanced fixture management capabilities, and real-time dashboards to monitor equipment performance.
Exploring Hands-On Manufacturing at Camp Champ
Camp Champ offers students hands-on experience in manufacturing. Participants rotate through stations to learn skills like inspection, lathe operation, and CNC machining. They create wooden pens and personalize them at the laser…
Cutting Tool Engineering: 2025 Publishing Schedule and Innovations
Dennis Spaeth, publisher of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine, shares the 2025 publishing schedule of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine, highlighting the importance of audience engagement. The magazine will produce nine issues, balancing print…
System 3R eyes automation for shops of all sizes
System 3R, part of GF Machining Solutions, introduced its latest breakthrough in manufacturing automation at IMTS 2024 with the debut of Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR). Designed to enhance flexibility and efficiency in…