Products

Products • October 31, 2025

Face milling cutters handle tool wear, burr formation, breakout challenges

Ceratizit developed its new MaxiMill – S-Power face milling cutters with 12 insert pockets at Ø63 mm and double-sided indexable inserts to handle the tool wear, burr formation, and breakout challenges that the company says are typical in cast iron machining applications.

Products • October 29, 2025

Gear tools for use on universal CNC machines

Advances in 5-axis CNC machining centers and turn-mill machines now enable manufacturers to cut gears with precision and efficiency—using specialized tools designed for multipurpose platforms. Star SU offers a range of tools that work with universal CNC machines to unlock gear manufacturing flexibility.

Products • October 28, 2025

Giant tooling system machines large and heavy workpieces

The Giant Tooling System (GTS) from Erowa is designed for machining large and heavy workpieces. Engineered specifically for rotary applications such as mill-turn machining, the GTS provides a robust and reliable solution for even the most demanding manufacturing environments.

Products • October 27, 2025

Insert features serrated cutting-edge geometry for efficient rough milling

Iscar's HELI-ALU LINE of tooling includes a new insert with serrated edges. The new insert, designated as HSM90S APCR 140520R-FWP28, features a radius of 2.0mm (.0787"). It has a super positive and sharp serrated cutting edge geometry, along with a polished rake surface, which ensures efficient milling for aluminum alloys and other non-ferrous materials. (ISO N grade of application)

Products • October 24, 2025

Automation solution for light, unattended machining

The Sidekick from Methods Machine Tools Inc. pairs with any FANUC RoboDrill for light, unattended machining. Supported by FANUC CRX-10iA/L robot mounted to a standardized table design, the Sidekick holds up to 30 workpieces. The company says the Sidekick is ideal for those smaller shops looking to make their first leap into automation alongside the most trusted and proven vertical machining center in the industry.

Products • October 23, 2025

Compact CNC desktop router

The xsTECH Pro CNC desktop router from Tormach, which was designed for education and training environments, combines professional-level machining capabilities and features with a safe, approachable design that fits seamlessly into classrooms, STEM labs and makerspaces, the company says.

Products • October 22, 2025

New Thread Whirling series offers choices on number of teeth and corners

NTK Cutting Tools has launched the new "ECO Series" line as an addition to its existing "Thread Whirling" product line. Compared to conventional Thread Whirling tools, the company says this new series offers significant cost advantages because it allows users to select the number of teeth and corners on the insert according to the workpiece. With this capability, production can be achieved at minimal cost.

Products • October 21, 2025

Diamond grinding wheels for maximum cutting and grinding

Innovative Products of America (IPA) has expanded its BrushAll line with the launch of ultra-thin Diamond Grinding & Cut-Off Wheels, as well as a new Type-27 cut-off and grinding wheel. According to the company, the wheels are built with advanced core bonding technology, and each wheel fully exposes its diamond particles for maximum cutting and grinding efficiency, while a reinforced steel core maintains shape, stability, and precision under heavy use.

Products • October 17, 2025

Ultrasonic milling machine for hard, brittle materials

The Ultrasonic 60 Precision machine from DMG MORI offers a cost-effective entry into the precision machining of hard, brittle materials such as silicon carbide, Zerodur, and hard metals.

Products • October 16, 2025

Deburring main bores with cross holes

Heule Tool's new SNAP-X deburring line for cross-hole deburring of main bores with multiple cross bores. SNAP-X deburrs intersecting cross bores at different diameters and angles directly through the main bore in one pass. With two cutting blades that work in both directions, it provides forward and backward cutting.

Products • October 14, 2025

Runout Compensation Nut kit correct runout errors and misalignment

Monaghan Tooling Group now offers the Diatool easyZERO runout compensation nuts in a kit form. Designed for round tools using ER collets (ER16 to ER40), the easyZERO quickly and easily corrects runout errors and misalignment for round tools, providing reamers with the stability to hold tolerances as tight as 0.0011".

Products • October 13, 2025

New inserts with a serrated cutting edge and wear-resistant PVD grade released

Tungaloy Corporation has expanded its RoundSplit series of tooling to include inserts with a serrated cutting edge and wear-resistant PVD grade AH3135 for improved stability and surface finish in steel and stainless steel machining.