Cutting Tools

OSG USA Inc. distributes Somta Tools (Pty) Ltd. tools

OSG USA Inc. now distributes Somta Tools (Pty) Ltd. tools in the United States.

Star Rapid partners with tool manufacturer Guhring Inc.

Star Rapid, a global rapid prototyping, rapid tooling and low-volume manufacturer, partnered with Guhring Inc., a German manufacturer of carbide and PCD cutting tools, such as drills, reamers, taps and mills, for the machining industry.

Understanding coatings and how they lower machining costs

04/11/2018

Author:

Jackie Fenton

This article provides basic information about the coatings and processes used to coat cutting tools, dies, wear parts and other components. HSS, carbide, tool steels and stainless steels are among the most commonly coated materials.

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Tungsten-Carbide Burs in Multiple Configurations

ATA designs, manufactures and distributes burs, with a selection exceeding 1,100 different types of high-quality tungsten-carbide burs. ATA offers bur configurations and specifications to suit every ferrous and nonferrous application, ensuring efficient stock removal and a fine surface finish.

WCK10 Ceramic Cutting Grade

The new WCK10 ceramic cutting grade from Walter is optimized for roughing gray cast iron at high cutting speeds, with either continuous or interrupted cutting. The inserts deliver improved productivity, process reliability and longer tool life due to their new Si3N4 wear-resistant ceramic cutting material.

Arno Werkzeuge USA LLC hires Rob Hampton

Arno Werkzeuge USA LLC, Harvard, Ill., a manufacturer of cutting tools and positive- and negative-style inserts for metalcutting machine tools and Swiss-style turning machines, hired Rob Hampton as technical support and sales engineer for the Northeast region of the U.S.

Efficient dynamic milling with helical roughing end mills

Curious about Dynamic Milling? DAPRA’s American-made Helical Roughing End Mills are a great option for modern applications. Watch a 3/4" dia. end mill create a 0.850" deep pocket and outside contour in a 4" wide x 6.25" long 1018 steel block, with a total cycle time of just 4 min. 17 sec.

ARCH Cutting Tools is American manufacturing, serving the world

Cutting tool innovation often starts with collaborative problem solving at the spindle.

Reprogramming your reaction to priciest tools

03/14/2018

Author:

Stas Mylek

When programmed to follow optimal CAM toolpaths and matched to a machine tool’s capability, expensive cutting tools engineered for high efficiency may offer total-cost-and-performance results that are significantly better than lower-cost cutting tools.

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