Machining

ESAB Welding & Cutting Products introduces Enhanced Hole Technology, an integrated set of systems that improve hole-cutting quality on older machines without requiring a complete system upgrade.

In an industry where time is money and shaving a second off part cycle times translates into huge savings, EXSYS Tool Inc. has developed a new modular tool holding system specifically for those high-volume manufacturers using Star CNC brand Swiss-style machines.

Zagar Workholding Group has added a complete line of rotary and indexing tables to its product offering.

A heavy-duty I.D. clamping pipe milling end prep tool now offered with an electric motor for performing heavy-wall preps at metal fabrication shops or on-site is being introduced by ESCO Tool.

Walter USA, LLC has announced a series of enhancements to its line of grooving products.

O.M.G. North America has introduced a new Spindle Speeder, adaptable to all CNC Machining Centers, for finish milling, drilling or engraving operations.

Sandvik Coromant has launched a new, light cutting insert for its innovative CoroMill 170 precision gear milling cutter.

Wallover Oil Co. introduces two new machining coolants: WS 7450 and WS 7450HP.

Dr. Jeffrey Badger, the host of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine's Grinding Doc Video Series, offers an overview of his Grinder's Toolbox for those who have grown weary of shop floor calculations.

The Look Ahead feature in the May 2012 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering includes a linear cylindrical drive technology for wire EDMs.

Tangential cutting force helps shops estimate torque, spindle load, and stability in milling. This guide explains what the force means and how to use it in setup decisions.

A material review board can help determine if you're having vendor problems, suggests the Machinist's Corner column in the May 2012 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering.