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Middle-market manufacturers occupy a critical but often overlooked segment of the U.S.

Advanced toolholding allows Ed Carpenter Racing to push spindle speeds while holding race-critical tolerances.

What you need to know about using PCD tools.

High-performance cut taps are effective for demanding threading applications and can be suitable for less challenging scenarios as well.

Sinking some teeth into a vital machining process that sometimes gets taken for granted.

With the onset of rising tungsten prices and raw material scarcity, manufacturers are left searching for new lifecycle strategies to continue managing production effectively. Tungaloy is addressing these challenges through solutions that reduce carbide consumption while preserving quality in the machining process and helping manufacturers stay competitive. These systems offer sustainable solutions across diverse applications […]

This spring, Mazak Corporation will host its inaugural Discover More With Mazak Phoenix Open House event from April 28-29 at the Mazak Phoenix Technical Center. The event will feature live cutting demonstrations on a wide range of advanced machining technology, including Swiss-type production turning, Multi-Tasking, 5-axis and Kentucky-built vertical machining, and next-generation horizontal machining. Attendees […]

Apple plans a significant expansion of factory operations in Houston, bringing the future production of Mac mini to the U.S. for the first time. The company said it will also expand advanced AI server manufacturing at the factory and provide hands-on training at its new Advanced Manufacturing Center beginning later this year. Altogether, Apple says […]

Seco’s newest indexable milling technology, the Double Turbo 11 milling insert, is designed for smaller machines and shallow cuts. The Double Turbo 11 is a square shoulder solution for face, side, and slot milling, the company says. Its design features double-sided inserts with four cutting edges, delivering cost-effective performance and extended tool life. Whether working […]

GOmill PRO from Kennametal is a solid carbide end mill lineup for small- to medium-sized shops working in the general engineering, transportation, energy or medical industries and seeking versatility and cost efficiency when cutting steels, stainless steels and cast iron. Featuring four flutes, state-of-the-art geometry and delivering performance improvements up to 15%, GOmill PRO is […]

Machining firms in North America have a couple of new toolholder options designed to help users automate and improve edge-finishing operations.