General Shop Equipment & Supplies

Multi-threading gives you the power to segment complex tasks in a multi-core computer, delivering faster processing as well as other benefits. Mastercam Mill from CNC Software Inc. introduces multi-threading support, and gives you the option to turn it on or off.

TIW Technology is pleased to announce the release of ALERE Manufacturing v9.4.

Master Bond Inc. EP65HT-1 combines high temperature resistance and fast room temperature curing in a NASA low outgassing approved epoxy.

Makino Inc.'s a61nx HMC has a travel of 28.7" in the X-axis, 25.6" in the Y-axis and 31.5" in the Z-axis. An optional tall column expands the Y-axis to 28.7".

END USER: Designers Metalcraft, (508) 378-0404, www.designersmetalcraft.com. CHALLENGE: Generate additional business from existing customers and prospects. SOLUTION: A waterjet cutting machine. SOLUTION PROVIDER: Flow International Corp., (800) 446-FLOW, www.flowwaterjet.com.

END USER: Western Forge & Flange Co., (800) 352-6433, www.western-forge.com. CHALLENGE: Reduce tooling costs when drilling forged materials. SOLUTION: TiAlN-coated drills with two square indexable inserts. SOLUTION PROVIDER: Komet of America Inc., (847) 923-8400, www.komet.com

Shop math remains essential because feeds, speeds, angles, and setups still have to make sense on the floor. This guide explains why stronger math skills improve machining decisions.

Talking Shop column for the August 2010 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering.

Ask the Grinding Doc column for the August 2010 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering.

Manager's Desk column for August 2010 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine.

Metalworking fluids can play a signifi cant role in boosting machining productivity when engineered to provide cooling and lubrication.

Shops have many choices when texturing—rather than smoothing—part surfaces.