Machining

Grinding Doc column for December 2009 issue.

The metalworking industry sustained a body blow in 2009, but it's getting back on its feet as 2010 nears.

A further examination of the grinding process through the lens of an electron microscope.

Tool and cutter grinder software continually evolves to expedite production of advanced cutting tools by toolmakers and machine shops.

Production and application of cermet-tipped circular saw blades continues to grow, eating into carbide's market share.

A growing number of shops are shelving their taps and opting to thread mill heat-treated steel.

Rather than using taps to thread steel prior to hardening, a growing number of shops are opting to thread mill heat-treated steel.

Why are all your parts turning into toast? Dr. Jeffrey Badger, the host of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine's Grinding Doc Video Series, offers insight into rotary diamond dressing.

Do you have the right grit for a smooth finish? Dr. Jeffrey Badger, the host of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine's Grinding Doc Video Series, takes a look at a common problem shops have with getting the surface finish that they want in the 3rd episode of the video series.

The guidelines for turning of tool steels include both tool- and part-making applications.

While some may question its use, on-machine probing can reduce setup time while boosting in-process dimension control and enabling part verification.

Ability to machine intricate geometries and hard materials drives growing use of wire EDM prototyping.