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Machining References
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Hypertherm
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Pronest
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Okuma
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Acme
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Insert Geometry
Insert identification, lead angle, indexable insert geometry, and selection references.
Boring
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Cutting Forces
Cutting-force formulas, machining power, chip load, and speed/feed references.
Workholding
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Threading
Threading calculators, tapping guidance, thread milling, and related tooling.
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Glossary
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Machining Fundamentals & Tooling References
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Process Spotlights & Manufacturing Systems
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Wolfram Manufacturing Technologies to showcase expanded shop at open house
Wolfram Manufacturing Technologies, a developer and integrator of advanced machine tool technologies, has expanded its machine shop footprint, adding new machines and tripling machining throughput. These advances will be showcased at an open house scheduled for February 1, 2024.
Cutting tool orders totaled $213 million in October
October 2023 U.S. cutting tool consumption totaled $219.2 million, according to the U.S. Cutting Tool Institute (USCTI) and AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology.
Ceratizit reorganizes executive board responsibilities
Ceratizit has reallocated responsibilities on the executive board as of Dec. 1, 2023. Following the planned retirement of Executive Board Member Thierry Wolter from the operational business, the Executive Board will consist of three members in future: Melissa Albeck, Andreas Lackner and Frank Thomé.
Fintek invests in 3D metrology system for cutting tool edge prep
Surface finishing experts, Fintek, have in invested in a new Bruker Alicona EdgeMaster. The automatic metrology system for cutting tools is supplied and supported by Optimax Imaging Inspection & Measurement Ltd in the UK.
Milling a traditional nutcracker
The Christmas season and its traditions may have faded into memory, but one traditional Christmas icon now has a metal counterpart that will last for many Christmases to come.
MC Machinery Systems names new sales VP
In his new role, Herendeen is responsible for overseeing an expansive sales team and dealer network for MC Machinery lasers, press brakes and automation equipment in North America. He also works closely with Mitsubishi factories on research and development, pricing, ordering and more.
SK Collet Chucks
A titanium nitride (TiN) bearing nut improves rigidity as the uniquely designed gold ring reduces collet damage, reduces micro vibration with the collet flange, and eliminates friction with the collet. It improves the cutting rigidity and the quality of the cut compared to traditional collet chucks.
MA230 Advance
MA230 Advance milling cutters adapt to most ISO materials and milling approaches. The extensive range includes options like corner radius, corner chamfers, reduced neck, and unequal helix. The helix pitch is meticulously aligned with the number of teeth, ensuring unmatched running smoothness. Your choice, your precision.
RenAM 500 Ultra AM System
The RenAM 500 Ultra metal AM system is the latest model in the RenAM 500 family, which also includes the Flex system, optimized for R&D work, and the flagship closed-loop powder recirculation model for series production. The entire RenAM 500 family is available with one (500S) or four (500Q) high powered lasers, each able to access the whole powder bed simultaneously.
Pin Location Jaws
Full grip jaws are manufactured for chuck sizes ranges between 4" and 10" diameters and are available in 1018 steel and 6061 aluminum. Jaw heights are available between 1" and 4". Soft jaws are available in 1018 steel and 6061 aluminum, in heights from .75" to 5.00 inches, and widths from .75 to 3.00 inches.
VpCI-649 BD
A concentration of 0.5% VpCI-649 BD may be all that is needed to inhibit corrosion inside the tooling cooling water system. As time passes, this concentration may change as water is lost. Workers should therefore periodically monitor the water (e.g., by the molybdate tracer or refractometer) to make sure the right level of VpCI®-649 BD remains. Additional water or VpCI-649 BD can be added as needed to maintain the proper concentration of corrosion inhibitor for protection.
