Machining

News • November 4, 2019

CAD/CAM software and specialty tools have manufacturer supercharged

The late Jerry Magnuson is a legend in the hot rod racing and aftermarket industry. Extending his love of the sport beyond the track, Jerry and his wife, Maureen Magnuson, started Magnuson Products LLC, Ventura, California, after many years of designing and building supercharger kits for the aftermarket. The company also supports OEMs.

Products • November 4, 2019

Double-Sided Pramet SNGX11 Insert

The Dormer Pramet milling assortment for die and mold has grown with several introductions, including the double-sided Pramet SNGX11 insert for high-feed milling with up to 0.07" DOC. A strong main cutting edge ensures a high level of durability and process security, especially when machining corners inside a pocket. With eight cutting edges, the square-shaped SNGX11 also represents an extremely economical solution.

Products • October 31, 2019

TungBoreMini Drilling and Turning Tools

Tungaloy unveils TungBoreMini, a multifunctional drilling and turning tool line. TungBoreMini unifies the capabilities of drilling, OD and ID turning tools, allowing significant time saving when changing tools and better utilization of the machine.

News • October 30, 2019

Solar Atmospheres employees recognized by Metal Treating Institute

Solar Atmospheres Inc. has long been a model of innovation and leadership in the heat treating industry. As long-time members of the Metal Treating Institute (MTI), Hermitage, Pennsylvania-based Solar employees are actively involved in the many programs available through the institute and MTI recognized three Solar employees for their commitment to MTI.

Articles • October 29, 2019 • Michael Deren

Final thoughts from Michael Deren

After 18 years as CTE's Machinist's Corner columnist, Michael Deren retires—sort of.

Products • October 29, 2019

DTect-IT CNC Sensor Monitoring System

Caron Engineering's DTect-IT was first introduced in 2016 as a product primarily used for detecting vibration levels and irregularities anywhere on a CNC machine tool or fixture; with featured applications of bearing analysis and bar feeder vibration detection (and correction). DTect-IT has become even more versatile since its inception, now capable of communicating with multiple sensors, including vibration, strain (to measure force), high precision power, and analog, which allows connecting any sensor with a 0 to ±10 VDC analog signal, and 4 to 20 mA current signals.

Videos • October 28, 2019

DoTriple-Mill | Multi-Functional Face Milling Cutter with High Rigidity

DoTriple-Mill is Tungaloy's face milling cutter featuring a dovetail clamping system that dramatically reduces insert lift up and excessive shear force imposed on the screws during heavy duty milling.

Products • October 28, 2019

New Standard Warranty Programs for Machine Tool Purchases

Okuma America Corp. announces new standard warranty programs for new machine tool purchases. The new, standard warranty includes coverage for all Okuma core and high tech products, as well as OSP and FANUC controls.

Products • October 28, 2019

ToolRoom RN34 Tool Grinding Software

ToolRoom RN34 is the latest generation of ANCA's successful software package that has been specially designed for the aerospace, die and mold, general machining and power generation industries.

Articles • October 23, 2019 • Keith Jennings

Pick and choose business opportunities

As a machine shop owner, you can't attend every trade show or event and that's OK.

News • October 23, 2019

Star SU to produce Scudding tools for Profilator

Star SU LLC, Hoffman Estates, Illinois, has formed an alliance with Profilator GmbH & Co. KG, WuppertalnGermany, to manufacture Scudding tools for the global market and in North America in cooperation with GMTA, Ann Arbor, Michigan. Scudding significantly improves on traditional power skiving technology for gear production, long proven in the market to be fast, accurate and versatile in use.

Articles • October 22, 2019 • Ken Schnepf

Researchers find strengths in ‘metallic wood’

As strong as titanium but five times lighter, this material could find its way into machining applications.