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Cutting Tool Engineering June 15, 2015

June 2015

June 2015 covers inspection and metrology, advanced machining growth, and grinding practice. It also looks at automation.

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Goes Deeper in Parting and Grooving

) The 5 Cutting Edged Evolution with a Molded Chipbreaker PENTA for PENTA for PENTA for PENTA for Threading Face Grooving Parting Precision Grooving ISCAR METALS INC. 4/19/15 4:02 PM.

) Goes Deeper in Parting and Grooving The 5 Cutting Edged Evolution with a Molded Chipbreaker PENTA for PENTA for PENTA for PENTA for Threading Face Grooving Parting Precision Grooving ISCAR METALS INC. Tel + 1 817 258 3200, Tech Tel 1-877-BY-ISCAR, Fax+1 817 258 3221, [email protected] www.iscarmetals.com 4/19/15 4:02 PM

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Yg1usa

New YG-1 MA

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New YG-1 MA Tech Center DE IN in US A Charlotte, NC ► Unequal tooth spacing ► Variable helix YOUR BEST SOLUTION FOR SLOTTING

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Kyoceraprecisiontools

NEW INNOVATIONS

in Steel Turning CA5 -Series Grades P -Series Chipbreakers In comparison tests, Kyocera’s new CA5-Series steel turning inserts combined with the PP, PQ, and PG smart chipbreaker lineup have consistently outperformed the competition. Don’t take our word for it…try it for yourself! Contact your local KYOCERA Sales Engineer or.

NEW INNOVATIONS in Steel Turning CA5 -Series Grades P -Series Chipbreakers In comparison tests, Kyocera’s new CA5-Series steel turning inserts combined with the PP, PQ, and PG smart chipbreaker lineup have consistently outperformed the competition. Don’t take our word for it…try it for yourself! Contact your local KYOCERA Sales Engineer or

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Pctcutters

Now Improved with

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Now Improved with TM Superior Cutter Performance Titanium | Stainless Steels Titanium | Stainless Steels Inconel | Titanium | SST 40xD - 50xD Solid Carbide - Internal Coolant WHEN YOU BUY 3 LONG DRILLS **CALL FOR DETAILS** PROMO CODE: 3PSCTE Made in U.S.A. (562) 921-7898 | [email protected] | www.pctcutters.com | PRECISION CUTTING TOOLS, INC.

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Hbcarbide

Our Resumé Speaks for Itself.

H.B. Carbide is the recognized leader in carbide preform blanks. Find out how the H.B. Advantage can help you maximize your profitability and increase your throughput. - Near Net Shape (minimal grind stock) - High percentage of on-time delivery - CNC controlled consistency - Quick quote response H.B. CARBIDE COMPANY Subsidiary of Star Cutter Company.

Our Resumé Speaks for Itself. H.B. Carbide is the recognized leader in carbide preform blanks. Find out how the H.B. Advantage can help you maximize your profitability and increase your throughput. - Near Net Shape (minimal grind stock) - High percentage of on-time delivery - CNC controlled consistency - Quick quote response H.B. CARBIDE COMPANY Subsidiary of Star Cutter Company Phone: 800-459-8521

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built to order. If Riten can’t build it,

By far, the world’s largest

selection of live and dead centers. Thousands in stock. Thousands more Solutions, not excuses.

By far, the world’s largest selection of live and dead centers. Thousands in stock. Thousands more Solutions, not excuses built to order. If Riten can’t build it, you don’t need it. www.riten.com

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A true performance guarantee ensuring your PRAB

• Chip and Fluid Systems Integration

• Risk Mitigation • Increased Metal Scrap Value • Wastewater Treatment Systems Your trusted partner for more than 60 years in complete chip processing and environmental compliance support. Chip Systems Dualpak Briquetters Ultrafiltration Wastewater Treatment Systems equipment achieves the specific results it was designed and manufactured to deliver. And if you.

• Chip and Fluid Systems Integration • Risk Mitigation • Increased Metal Scrap Value • Wastewater Treatment Systems Your trusted partner for more than 60 years in complete chip processing and environmental compliance support. Chip Systems Dualpak Briquetters Ultrafiltration Wastewater Treatment Systems A true performance guarantee ensuring your PRAB equipment achieves the specific results it was designed and manufactured to deliver. And if you

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Aluminum in its molten form

Tom Wright Aluminum in its molten form. ctemag.com/cteguide.com 39

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EVERLAST®

THE VEINED PCD TIP DRILL US Patent No. 5,580,196 Abrasive Technology’s patented Everlast® Veined PCD Tipped Drills feature a sintered tungsten carbide substrate for superior performance. The design also allows for custom fluke, rake and tip geometries for your specific application. SPECIAL TOOLING FEATURES: Increased machining productivity (50-100%).

THE EVERLAST® VEINED PCD TIP DRILL US Patent No. 5,580,196 Abrasive Technology’s patented Everlast® Veined PCD Tipped Drills feature a sintered tungsten carbide substrate for superior performance. The design also allows for custom fluke, rake and tip geometries for your specific application.

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Hornusa

Efficiency Taken to the Extreme

Your solution for reliable production: Triple-edged, indexable inserts for standard and custom tool- ing. Precision-sintered and individually ground features, engineered for efficiency and repeatability. Spe- cially formulated carbide substrates and coatings ensure toughness and wear resistance for long HO R N – E X CE L L E N C E I N T E C H N O L O G Y.

Efficiency Taken to the Extreme Your solution for reliable production: Triple-edged, indexable inserts for standard and custom tool- ing. Precision-sintered and individually ground features, engineered for efficiency and repeatability. Spe- cially formulated carbide substrates and coatings ensure toughness and wear resistance for long tool life, with free cutting geometries to improve process predictability at high cutting speeds. Pro- www.hornusa.com duce more chips with repeatability and efficiency. www.hornusa.com HO R N – E X CE L L E N C E I N T E C H N O L O G Y GROOVING PARTING OFF GROOVE MILLING BROACHING PROFILE MILLING REAMING

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Mastercam

Derek Goodwin (left), president of Goodwin Manufacturing Group, works with Lime Lab Inc. Prototyping Manager Chris

Iverson to get a DMG Mori DMU50 5-axis vertical machining center operating near full potential within weeks of installation. Manufacturing consultant Derek Goodwin, president of manufac- turing consultancy Goodwin Manufacturing leverages CAM software Group, Morgan Hill, Calif., is out to change to help customers adopt this conundrum. The group offers packages.

Derek Goodwin (left), president of Goodwin Manufacturing Group, works with Lime Lab Inc. Prototyping Manager Chris Iverson to get a DMG Mori DMU50 5-axis vertical machining center operating near full potential within weeks of installation. Manufacturing consultant Derek Goodwin, president of manufac- turing consultancy Goodwin Manufacturing leverages CAM software Group, Morgan Hill, Calif., is out to change to help customers adopt this conundrum. The group offers packages of CAM-centric services that bridge the gap transformative technology. between the acquisition of advanced manu- facturing systems and fully using their capabil- Lean manufacturing is much more than ities to boost productivity and reduce costs.

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The Star NTG Linear makes difficult tasks your standard.

A New Benchmark in Tool Grinding Automation

Welcome to true precision. - Industry leading NUMROTO software - In-process measurement tools - Wheel dressing and auto-sticking options - Optional servo driven W-Axis for tool support - Latest in precision work holding - Available with a six-station wheel changer - Built and serviced in the U.S.A. NTG-4RL For more information or to request a quote.

A New Benchmark in Tool Grinding Automation The Star NTG Linear makes difficult tasks your standard. Welcome to true precision. - Industry leading NUMROTO software - In-process measurement tools - Wheel dressing and auto-sticking options - Optional servo driven W-Axis for tool support - Latest in precision work holding - Available with a six-station wheel changer - Built and serviced in the U.S.A.

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Mastercam’S Dynamic Motion Technology

BE DYNAMIC!

THE FUTURE OF EFFICIENCY & SPEED IS HERE – Since 2008, Mastercam has been building Dynamic Motion into our software. That means it has been shop-tested and proven in real-world environments. Dynamic Motion toolpaths carve out massive amounts of material quickly, reducing cycle times by up to 75% – while doubling and even tripling the tool life – immediately putting more money in your pocket. Sounds.

BE DYNAMIC! THE FUTURE OF EFFICIENCY & SPEED IS HERE – MASTERCAM’S DYNAMIC MOTION TECHNOLOGY Since 2008, Mastercam has been building Dynamic Motion into our software. That means it has been shop-tested and proven in real-world environments. Dynamic Motion toolpaths carve out massive amounts of material quickly, reducing cycle times by up to 75% – while doubling and even tripling the tool life – immediately putting more money in your pocket. Sounds unbelievable, right? But as the market leader, we’ve had our Dynamic Motion toolpaths tested in most every conceivable work environment around the world. It works. For more information, visit

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Sandvik Coromant

That’s the average increase in tool life you can expect with

CoroCut® QD using internal coolant. With increased feed and speed rates of up to 64%, you get a parting and grooving tool that is reliable and secure 100% of the time

That’s the average increase in tool life you can expect with CoroCut® QD using internal coolant. With increased feed and speed rates of up to 64%, you get a parting and grooving tool that is reliable and secure 100% of the time. www.sandvik.coromant.com

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