Machine Tool Attachments & Accessories

Videos • May 22, 2025

Platinum Tooling at MT Series East (EASTEC) 2025

Preben Hansen of Platinum Tooling walks us through the company's high-performance accessory lineup for Swiss-type machining. From Henninger speeders reaching up to 80,000 RPM to adaptive guide bushing systems for improved chip control, this video highlights solutions built for the precision demands of medical and aerospace manufacturing.

Products • April 17, 2025

LiCON’s Twin-Spindle

The Twin-Spindle machine with i³ was developed over several years with the initial project between LiCON and Bosch Rexroth successfully implemented in Bosch Rexroth's Lohr, Germany, headquarters as early as 2021. A twin spindle 5 axis double trunnion CNC machine was used for this project.

Videos • December 13, 2024

NSK IMTS 2024 Booth Visit

NSK America Corporation manufactures high-speed precision spindles and micro grinders, offering adaptable systems for various machines. Their spindles reach speeds of 50,000 RPM and 80,000 RPM, suitable for micro and nano machining. The iSpeed series allows for quick tool changes, while the E3000 series features a 30mm straight spindle for specialty applications. NSK also provides electric micro grinders with multiple RPM options and compatibility with various attachments.

News • December 5, 2024

MOTUL acquires CHEM ARROW Corp.

France-based metalworking fluids and lubricant supplier Motul acquired Chem Arrow Corp. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Products • September 3, 2024

Through-Spindle Coolant Kit, Mist Collector

The Through-Spindle Coolant (TSC) Kit and Mist Collector are designed to take CNC machining to the next level by offering enhanced air quality, superior efficiency and improved machine performance. n

Products • September 3, 2024

Tool Presetters and Software

All presetter models feature interchangeable spindles (CAT, BT, HSK, Polygonal Taper, etc.) thereby eliminating the need for adapters which introduce additional error. All units also come with fifty of the most common post processors for today's CNC controls. Advanced models incorporate an advanced automatic spindle rotation system with pneumatic engagement, ensuring zero backlash and optimal indexing. This cutting-edge system includes spindle identification, negating operator error and ensuring tools are always measured correctly for the right machine tool taper/size.

Products • August 7, 2024

SGR Series Rod Motor Positioning Module

In addition to use in the semiconductor, biotechnology, precision assembly and battery manufacturing industries, the SGR Series rod module is also appropriate for glass and LCD panels, medical equipment, printing machines, laser processing and precision assembly.

Products • June 11, 2024

Miniature Metric Ball Screws

Thomson miniature metric ball screws accomplish this with a unique multi-liner return system that maximizes the number of circuits and loaded balls in the nut. A miniature metric system with a multi-liner return system, for example, deploys 168 balls in eight circuits to support 7.6 kN of static load, as compared to a single-liner design, which would use 84 balls in four circuits to support only 4.2 kN. Maximizing the number of balls within a single nut also extends the life of the system by spreading the load across multiple points.

Products • June 11, 2024

FISCHER expands repair, exchange services to third-party spindles

FISCHER USA Inc. has expanded its repair services and exchange programs to include third-party spindle brands in the North American market.

Products • February 13, 2024

Rectangular and Square Bumpers

These bumpers are available in "off-the-shelf" sizes, as well as special cut to custom requirements. Bumpers are most often used in material handling, assembly and manufacturing operations to guide, stop and support parts as they are moved and transferred. Fairlane Products maintains a large inventory of products and they are an economical alternative in many applications to eliminate the need for custom engineered molded components.

Products • January 25, 2024

Tang-Grip, Slim-Grip

A new family of tools and economical 5 pocket adapters for existing TANG-GRIP inserts in sizes of 2 and 3mm. These new adapters will allow parting applications of bar diameters up to Ø45mm. A new SLIM-GRIP 1.2-1.6mm inserts for a pentagonal adapter suitable for parting up to 22mm bar diameter.

Videos • December 15, 2023

Westec 2023 Booth Visit with BIG DAISHOWA

Michael Herman, vice president sales for BIG DAISHOWA Inc., discussed a special promotion for the company's fine boring kit, which features the EWN2-152 fine boring head from BIG KAISER is said to enable manufacturing precise bores with guaranteed precision of .00005". The set comes with dedicated accessories such as a boring bar, screw-in insert holders, and 2 inserts to cover Ø.701"-2.126".