Energy & Power Generation

Products • January 16, 2026

A 5-axis vertical machining center for complex parts

As a solid “first step” into 5-axis machining for some shops, Mazak’s VARIAXIS C-600 offers four spindle options that allow shops to find the ideal balance of speed and power. In addition to the standard 12,000 rpm CAT40 spindle, 15,000 rpm, 18,000 rpm and 20,000 rpm options are available in CAT 40, Big Plus or...

Products • January 8, 2026

Machine tracking solution generates real-time machine analytics

The EZ-SmartTower from Lyndex-Nikken is a machine tracking solution that is designed to increase machine shop efficiency by streamlining ROI analysis of machine tools. The EZ-SmartTower provides real-time machine analytics, empowering businesses to make data-driven decisions and maximize productivity – with no specialized expertise required. The EZ-SmartTower enables machine shops to seamlessly monitor and analyze...

Products • January 2, 2026

Extra-long hard jaws hold small diameter materials

Extra-long hard jaws from Dillon Manufacturing provide the extended reach that the company says allows the machining of smaller diameters, giving shops more versatility to handle a wider range of projects.  The jaws are compatible with 8” to 15” power chucks, and are designed to maximize the potential of big-bore chucks, offering exceptional center reach...

News • October 20, 2025

Laser application makes electric car batteries safer, protects cars from rust

Trumpf says it has developed new laser applications for adhesive and coating preparation in battery production and for corrosion protection of aluminum components. The high-tech company is making electric car batteries safer and protecting cars from rust.

Articles • July 21, 2025

Holding Long Overhangs

When machining component features like deep pockets, long bores or intricate internal cuts, tooling setups with long overhangs are usually unavoidable.

News • April 30, 2025

Auto industry transforming high-speed steel cutting tool market

The high-speed steel-cutting tool market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $9.07 billion in 2024 to $9.52 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.0%.

News • March 17, 2025

Ametek acquires Kern Microtechnik

Ametek Inc. acquired in February Kern Microtechnik, a manufacturer of high-precision machining and optical inspection solutions.

News • March 13, 2025

Sandvik to acquire 3D metrology software provider Verisurf

Sandvik has signed an agreement to acquire Verisurf Software Inc., a US-based 3D metrology software solutions provider.

Articles • February 19, 2025 • Jeffrey A. Badger, Ph.D.

Exit Nozzle: A Good Idea?

Shop asks the Grinding Doc to address whether mounting a nozzle at the wheel/workpiece exit point can improve coolant effectiveness in grinding operations.

News • February 14, 2025

C.R. Onsrud hosts Factory Demo Day in expanded 80,000-square-foot facility

C.R. Onsrud, Inc., a USA manufacturer of CNC machinery, is hosting its Factory Demo Day on March 19, 2025, from 9 a.m.–2 p.m. in its newly completed 80,000-square-foot addition to its Troutman, North Carolina, campus.

News • February 6, 2025

Humanoid robots projected to hit $76 billion by 2032

The Humanoid Robot Market Size was valued at $2.21 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach $76.97 billion by 2032 and grow at a CAGR of 48.36% over the forecast period 2024-2032.

News • January 31, 2025

Canerector acquires Promac Industries

Canerector has acquired Promac Industries Inc., a move that the company says strengthens its machining capabilities, particularly in the energy services sector.