Fabrication & Cutting

News • August 8, 2025

Bodor Laser Commits $20 million to strengthen its U.S. manufacturing and support operations

Bodor Laser, a manufacturer of fiber laser cutting technology, has made a $20 million strategic investment to strengthen its U.S. presence and advance the next phase of regional growth.

Articles • July 21, 2025

Lauding Light Cutting

If a milling strategy comes along that promises critical advantages like higher productivity & longer tool life, it should be no surprise shops flock to it

Articles • July 21, 2025

Grinding Fatigue

The Grinding Doc reviews a recent finding that bad grinding caused an Alaska Air Boeing 737's landing gear to fail during landing on Aug. 30, 2023.

Products • July 18, 2025

Smart factory tools for abrasive waterjet systems

The OMAX advanced abrasive waterjet systems from Hypertherm Associates offers robust technology tools to help companies looking to integrate Smart Factory processes and digitalization into their operations.

News • July 16, 2025

ECKI-H4R-CF Solid Carbide Endmills

ISCAR has expanded its ECKI-H4R-CF solid carbide endmill line with the addition of a 1" diameter and a broad range of new corner radii options. Specifically engineered for high-efficiency machining of titanium, these tools are optimized for full slotting operations up to 2xD.

News • July 14, 2025

Accurate Metal Products installs AI-enhanced grinding robots in U.S. factory

Accurate Metal Products (AMP), a steel processor and fabricator, has installed two AI-powered EasyGrinder robotic systems from Dutch manufacturer Teqram. AMP says this installation is the first of its kind in the United States.

News • July 14, 2025

4 of the Best Spindles for High-Speed Machining

High-speed machining requires exceptional precision from every machine tool component. At the heart of this performance lies the spindle. Selecting one of the best spindles for high-speed machining is crucial, but it is more than about chasing high RPM. Engineers must weigh multiple factors to ensure consistent accuracy and uptime.

Products • June 27, 2025

Tank and vessel cleaning nozzle

The BETE HydroClaw (HC) tank and vessel cleaning nozzle from EXAIR features a clog-resistant design, which makes it an ideal solution for industries that demand powerful, maintenance-free tank cleaning, such as breweries, wineries, chemical processing plants, or food processing facilities that use small- to medium-sized tanks.

News • June 9, 2025

Ropeway technology maker integrates robotic grinding into production process

The Doppelmayr Group, a manufacturer of ropeway technology, which is used to transport people and goods by cable, is streamlining the grinding and blasting of plasma and flame cut parts with the introduction of Teqram's EasyGrinder autonomous robot.

News • June 3, 2025

Trumpf opens new U.S. smart factory

Ribbon-cutting ceremony in Farmington, Connecticut marks the official opening of the Smart Factory // TRUMPF announces new initiatives to increase local manufacturing, expand training facility, and grosw apprenticeship program.

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%.

Articles • March 26, 2025 • Brandt Taylor

Patent Primer Background

Our Machinist's Corner columnist shares his experience applying for and being granted six utility patents over the course of his career.