Reaming & Hole Finishing

Products • October 4, 2019

ReamMeister Interchangeable-Head Reaming System

Tungaloy is introducing ReamMeister, an interchangeable head reamer system. ReamMeister is a high precision, interchangeable head reaming system capable of reaming holes in an H7 diameter tolerance range. The ReamMeister tools meet the requirements of high accuracy reaming because the head geometry's diameter and runout accuracy is strictly controlled when being finished by precise grinding and the taper-and-face contact connection guarantees high concentricity within very close limits.

Videos • August 23, 2019

Reduce Cycle Time With Rigibore Special Tooling

Rigibore's special tooling capabilities allow multiple features to be machined on a single tool, performing two or more critical operations simultaneously, reducing cycle time.

Articles • September 11, 2018

Straight talk about drilling straight, deep holes

Check out Greg Bartlett's Q&A with Allied Machine's product manager.

Products • February 1, 2018

Indexable reamers save on reconditioning costs

One of Mapal Inc.'s goals in developing the HPR400 Plus line of indexable-insert reamers was to minimize the time and costs associated with sending solid reamers out to be reconditioned. The tool's design does away with logistics costs, reports Mapal, adding that there's "no need for transporting [the reamers] to the manufacturer. WIP inventory and reconditioning costs are kept to a minimum." Additionally, the HPR400 Plus, intended for reaming larger diameters, comes with indexable inserts featuring four cutting edges instead of one. This lowers the volume of inserts a customer must stock.

Articles • March 14, 2017 • Christopher Tate

Honing: What It Is, How It Works, and Key Applications in Precision Machining

Discover the precision and versatility of honing—a machining process ideal for finishing cylinders, correcting bore geometry, and enhancing gear performance. Learn how honing works, its benefits, and key applications in modern manufacturing.

Products • September 21, 2016

Top Ream Platform

WIDIA's Top Ream platform covers the majority of hole finishing needs, with diameters up to 42 mm (1.65 in.) and a range of edge preps and geometries available. The three keys to hole quality are diametral accuracy, form and position, and surface finish.

Articles • August 5, 2016 • Dan Ewing

Multiple methods are available for deburring holes

Burrs present a hazard to those who handle parts during and after the manufacturing process. The deburring method can have a major impact on cycle time, cost, quality and customer satisfaction.

Products • May 13, 2016

Shefcut Nonadjustable Reamers

Using the proven and time-tested Shefcut reamer design, Cogsdill now adds a new twist. Shefcut precision reamers and fine boring tools have always been designed to produce accurately sized, extremely straight and round bores, with fine surface finishes, according to the company.

Products • March 23, 2016

h6 Reamer Series

With more and more machines utilizing shrink-fit and hydraulic holders, Hannibal Carbide Tool has extended the size range in its existing standard offering and added both right and left spiral to its h6 reamer series. All h6-style reamers now go up to 1" diameter.

Products • March 7, 2016

ALVAN Expandable Reamers

Allied Machine & Engineering Corp. offers a complete range of ALVAN expandable reamers, the ideal tool for high-volume production wherever high quality, tight tolerances or superior finish is critical. The ALVAN line is available through an exclusive supply agreement with S.C.A.M.I., an Italy-based maker of reamers.

Products • February 3, 2016

PMX-FL and PMX-AD shanks

Seco Tools LLC, Troy, Mich., has further optimized the high-precision reaming performance of its modular Precimaster Plus™ indexable head system by adding floating and adjustable shank designs to the mix, the company announced in a news release today. The new floating PMX-FL and adjustable PMX-AD shanks are said to incorporate compact, highly accurate internal systems that eliminate the need for special toolholders to handle their respective functions. When compared with special toolholders, these shanks reportedly offer less tool overhang by situating the reamers closer to the machine spindle noses.

News • November 17, 2015 • Dennis Spaeth

Report: Slowdown continues, but reason for hope

While the October 2015 Manufacturing ISM Report on Business showed continued growth, the report's overall PMI registered 50.1 percent, a slowdown from September's reading of 50.2 percent, reported the Institute for Supply Management (ISM).