Machining

Products • June 16, 2023

High-Gloss Finish for Milling Cutters and Drills

Thanks to significantly reduced friction, this new procedure improves chip removal from the machining zone, while the cutting heat is dissipated even more quickly and effectively through the chips. Temperature increases on the cutting tool and in the workpiece to be machined can be effectively reduced, as can material buildup and galling on the cutting edge. The procedure is suitable for coated and non-coated tools alike.

Articles • June 6, 2023

Software for growth

Machine shop seeks a more up-to-date, robust planning system to resolve the challenges that come with growth

Products • June 1, 2023

MA230, MA320 and MA321 Advance Shoulder/Slot Mills

The MA230 Advance solid carbide milling cutting is for universal machining of steel, stainless steel, cast iron and high-temperature superalloys (ISO P, M, K and S workpiece groups) at the highest level. The MA230 Advance cutter is for high-performance roughing and finishing and enables reliable milling with an extremely high metal removal rate. The MA321/MA320 Advance solid carbide milling cutters were also developed for machining ISO P, M, K and S workpieces.

News • May 30, 2023

3D manufacturing capabilities create tooling opportunities

Additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, allows Seco Tools to create products that would otherwise be difficult or impossible to manufacture. The advantages include shorter lead times, improved tool life and increased sustainability.

News • May 24, 2023

United Grinding North America launches four-year apprenticeship

United Grinding North America has launched a four-year apprenticeship program to provide aspiring individuals with an opportunity to earn a full scholarship from Sinclair College in Ohio while gaining invaluable hands-on experience.

Products • May 24, 2023

JS754 Stub Series

Due to its shorter cutting length, the JS754 Stub end mills provide full cutter engagement along the entire length of the tool. This maximizes cutter edge use, which helps reduce carbide waste for improved efficiency and increased sustainability.

Articles • May 23, 2023 • Brandt Taylor

Shop floor career evolution

Today's machinists are more productive, and they must know more — therefore they are worth more.

Products • May 23, 2023

HM Geometry

The HM geometry has a highly negative and narrow T-land, as well as a positive rake to reduce vibration and enable a smoother cutting action. Together, these improve the durability and process security, prolonging tool life in the relevant materials by up to 50%, compared to the existing assortment.

Articles • May 19, 2023

Researchers focus on 3D repair

New method helps eliminate trial and error in laser-directed energy deposition.

Articles • May 16, 2023 • Alan Richter

Automated payback

Collaborative robots can provide a quick return on investment when the application is appropriate.

News • May 15, 2023

Helicopter rotor blade restraint part built with 3D printing

Aerospace and defense giant Leonardo — tasked by the Ministry of Defense to provide AgustaWestland AW101s for the British Royal Navy — found that its pre-existing main rotor blade restraint cradles were not living up to its standards. Additive manufacturing may have provided a solution.

Articles • May 12, 2023 • Jeffrey A. Badger, Ph.D.

Hybrids, temperatures and chatter

The Grinding Doc explains why he is a fan of hybrid bond wheels.