Real-time data shines a light
Machine tool monitoring systems provide real-time visibility of a shop floor.
Editorial
Alan Richter
Alan Richter, a 40-plus-year veteran journalist, has spent the last 26 years covering the metalworking industry for Cutting Tool Engineering and currently serves as its editor-at-large. Contact him at [email protected].
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Studer hosts Motion Meeting Expedition 2023
To update more than 60 members of the press from across the globe about Studer's business activities and new developments, the company hosted Motion Meeting Expedition 2023 on Feb. 10 at its headquarters.
Rebuild to spin again
Repair and remanufacturing services bring new life to damaged spindles.
Change it up with modular boring bars
These adaptable tools can effectively finish a variety of holes in a high-mix, low-volume environment.
Add to subtract
Printing cutting tools is appropriate when an application is suitable.
Tracing 3D-printed parts
Traceability is an important part of production for additive manufacturing.
Beyond tried-and-true tool holding
Selecting the right toolholder for an application requires understanding some of the available options to enhance accuracy.
Talking points with Sandvik Coromant’s Helen Blomqvist
She began her role as president of AB Sandvik Coromant in Sandviken, Sweden, nearly two years ago, but Helen Blomqvist started working at the toolmaker as a research engineer about two decades ago.
Robot to the rescue
Automation is available to eliminate dull, dirty and dangerous tasks for workers at any size facility.
What’s in store for manufacturing?
Manufacturers expect wages to grow at a record rate as companies struggle to attract and retain workers.
Salary Survey: Metalworkers make bank
Cutting Tool Engineering's 2022 Benefits and Salary Survey reveals across-the-board income gains for metalworking professionals.n
Tackling the big stuff
A Chicago job shop uses skilled workers and proper equipment to machine large, heavy parts.