Mazak Corp., Florence, Ky., and MachiningCloud Inc., Camarillo, Calif., announced their partnership. Mazak manufactures machine tools, turning centers, machining centers, CNC technology, automation and internet-of-things solutions, and MachiningCloud is a product data provider for cutting tools, CNC machines and workholding. Mazak customers will have direct access to complete, up-to-date cutting tool product data from cutting tool and workholding manufacturers, providing a simpler way to find the right cutting tools. This convenience and accuracy will save time and increase accuracy on the shop floor.

"We are excited about our collaboration with Mazak," said Chuck Mathews, managing director at MachiningCloud. "The mission of MachiningCloud is to bridge the gap between physical cutting tools and digital shop software. Our partnership with Mazak will streamline the programming process to save time and increase accuracy. By bringing together valuable cutting tool data and knowledge in one application, this simplifies the cutting tool search process and gives Mazak customers many more options and helps them make better tooling decisions."