Diatool Top Speed Ring Provides Fast, Precise Reaming
The TSR is well suited for long production runs of large diameter bores, precision reaming of heavy equipment components or any application requiring precise and repeatable bore sizes.
Shop Sets its Sights on Precise Tool Alignment
A Wisconsin shop has found that visual tool alignment technology has improved tool life and surface finishes for its Swiss-type lathes while increasing throughput as well.
Adjustable Damped Boring Bar Enables Vibration-Free Grooving Process
The boring bar can be precisely set according to the vibration occurring in each application.
Walter Turning Grades Feature Curved Wiper Cutting Edge
The FW4 and MW4 positive wiper geometries provide a wiper action that can reportedly be used to reduce machining time by using double the feed rate.
Palbit Cutting Tool Provides Multitasking Capabilities
The Multicut tool is said to provide a versatile solution for a wide range of machining processes.
Cutting Tool Considerations for Hydraulic Port Machining
Indexable insert cutting tools can boost the efficiency of port machining processes by creating multiple features in a single operation.
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PSZ Turn Modular Quick-Change System for Swiss Lathes
Sumitomo’s PSZ Turn system provides good ergonomics and efficiency by offering a fast, reliable process and convenient cassette changes.
Tungaloy Threading Inserts for Improved Chipping Resistance
The inserts provide threading applications with long, predictable tool life, while keeping machining costs down, in not only steel and stainless steel but also difficult heat-resistant superalloys.
Kennametal Indexable Milling Grades for Cast Iron Alloys
The company says the new grades offer higher wear resistance and longer tool life, increasing productivity in cast iron and compacted graphite cast iron machining.
Data Matrix Codes Offer Cutting Tool Traceability
A company’s quest to discover errors in a manufacturing process has led to printing data matrix codes on its cutting tools that provide a wealth of information for both the user and this cutting tool manufacturer.
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