Grinding (Surface, Cylindrical, Tool & Cutter)

Products • March 5, 2019

Grindline Laser Measuring System

Marposs offers the Grindline laser measuring system for on-line gauging of parts produced by centerless grinding machines such as pins, shock rods, steering racks or other parts needing a single- or multiple-diameter check. These systems prevent machining of out-of-tolerance pieces to reduce scrap, save time and help companies achieve zero-defect production.

Articles • February 26, 2019 • Jeffrey A. Badger, Ph.D.

Rotary Dressing: Stop Whining

The Grinding Doc takes on anti-directional dressing.

News • February 20, 2019

New centerless grinder keeps pace with demanding production schedule

With words like quality, innovation and superior service defining this global manufacturer, it was only natural that the company would seek a partner with equally high standards when it came time to source its new centerless grinder.

News • February 4, 2019

Fritz Studer AG sells 1,000th machine

Wuhan Hangda Aero Science & Technology Development Co., Ltd. develops high-precision components for the aviation industry at the Dongxihu site in China.

Products • February 4, 2019

StuderTechnology Grinding Software

Swiss cylindrical grinding specialist STUDER called on grinding experts to compete against the StuderTechnology computer. Seventy specialists took up the challenge. Each had the same grinding task: Six criteria had to be fulfilled for an optimum grinding result. The result? Only eleven percent of the experts achieved optimal values at the first attempt. The StuderTechnology software achieved 100 percent and thus sets new standards in cylindrical grinding.

Products • February 1, 2019

M18 FUEL 4-1/2″ to 6″ Braking Grinders

Milwaukee Tool rounds out its cordless grinding lineup with the addition of new small-angle grinders that generate the power of 13 amp corded. Featuring a full 6" grinding capacity, the M18 FUEL 4-1/2" to 6" Braking Grinders include Rapid Stop to automatically stop all accessories in less than 3 seconds.

Videos • January 30, 2019

Walter M4000 – High performance made universal

M4000 is the universal system for all users who want to have as many options as possible when milling. The M4000 range can master all machining tasks with one type of indexable insert.

Articles • January 23, 2019 • Kip Hanson

The ins and outs of machine tool spindle maintenance

A robust spindle maintenance plan helps avoid unexpected repair bills and days or even weeks of downtime.

News • January 18, 2019 • Bill Pflager

Avoiding patterns caused by traversing rotary dressing – straight-line chatter

Generally, when using abrasive wheels to grind parts, a dressing tool is required to maintain form and finish within specifications. Several options exist when choosing the type of dressing tool for an operation. These include single-point diamond tools, diamonds blade tools, form or plunge roll diamond wheels and "rotary single-point," or "traversing rotary," dressing.

Articles • January 17, 2019 • Alan Richter

Industry 4.0: Making grinding machines smarter

Get an overview of a grinding process monitoring and diagnostics system.

Videos • December 28, 2018

Up grinding versus down grinding

The Grinding Doc dispels the myth that switching from up grinding to down grinding eliminates burn and cuts wheel wear in half.

Articles • December 27, 2018 • Jeffrey A. Badger, Ph.D.

Benefits of dummy workpieces

The Grinding Doc's a fan of false nips, aka dummy workpieces, but only in certain situations.