Machinery & Equipment Manufacturing

The May cover story explores the need to change the public's perception of manufacturing and the role workforce development plays in reshoring efforts.

Machinist's Corner columnist Brandt Taylor walks readers through the key steps involved in applying for a utility patent.

A shop asks the Grinding Doc to explain whether the option to vary the workpiece rpm on its cylindrical grinding machine is legit, and how it works.

Engineered for high-performance cutting in materials ranging from low-carbon steels to titanium, the enDURO M525 effortlessly turns thin walls, deep pockets, and titanium-specific challenges into profit-making opportunities.

ISCAR's All-In-One QUICK-D-MILL cutters offer unmatched versatility, excelling in a wide range of milling and drilling operations, from shoulder milling to hole making.

Ditch the traditional work holding setups on conventional T-slot tables that are time-consuming and prone to errors. Upgrade to today's modern alternative to the conventional T-slot tables and vices - Lyndex-Nikken's Zero Point clamping system and modular clamping rail system. This modular work holding has the flexibility and diversity to hold any workpiece while maintaining high accuracy.

PMTS 2025 was a success! Thank you to everyone who visited the Ceratizit booth to explore our latest products, including Optiline end mills, EcoCut tools, Verti-Tec inserts, and our new micro drills. It was great connecting with industry professionals, and we look forward to continuing to innovate in machining. See you next time!

CTE Publisher works with industry leaders Harry Moser, Terry Iverson and Roy Sweatman to explore the critical need to change the public's perception of manufacturing and the role of workforce development in the manufacturing industry's health and future, particularly in addressing the skilled labor shortage and how it may impact the reshoring efforts.

Workforce Development & Perception-Shifting Initiatives — Links to learn about a variety of industry efforts aimed at the future health of U.S. manufacturing.

Carbide-tipped saw blades effectively tackle difficult-to-machine workpiece materials like titanium, stainless steel, heat-resistant superalloys, and more.

The man behind the Machining Doctor website offers a mathematical approach to refining speeds for precision, stability and tool life.

Skip the hype and focus on profitability when shopping for the best machine tool for your shop.