Milling

Kennametal is introducing its next-generation spindle connection, KM4X.

Sandvik Coromant introduced a new full profile hob for gear milling, CoroMill 176.

Kennametal is introducing the new BeyondTM KCPM20 grade indexable milling insert, specially engineered for high-speed dry machining in light to medium milling of steel and stainless steel parts under stable conditions.

New Mini-Feed cutters and inserts, part of Dapra Corp.'s high-feed RHINO-FEED line, reportedly allow for feed rates up to five times faster than normal in light-DOC applications.

OSG Tap & Die introduced the OSG PHOENIX Series, an array of high performance indexable tools for rough milling and finishing in various applications.

END USER: MSI Corp., (724) 567-6500, www.msicorporation.com. CHALLENGE: Effectively cut a large amount of material on older machines without damaging cutting tools. SOLUTION: A milling cutter tooled with inserts that enable a large DOC at a low horsepower. SOLUTION PROVIDER: Sandvik Coromant Co., (800) SANDVIK, www.sandvik.coromant.com/us

Shop Operations column for the October 2011 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine urges shops to remember to file. Don't overlook filing.

An upgraded camshaft measuring machine that is designed with a wide diameter offset follower to accommodate larger diameter cams with built-in gears is being introduced by ADCOLE Corp.

If you have a complex part with multiple operations and limited tool holders, The Magafor MULTI-V from Hassay Savage Co. may just be your answer.

OPEN MIND Technologies AG introduces a new machining strategy in hyperMILL: 5AXIS Contour Offset Roughing and Finishing saves an enormous amount of time when creating CAM programs for parts with arched hub surfaces.

Seco recently expanded its line of Square 6 shoulder milling cutters with the development of smaller tool diameters.

Getting a grip on bench work.