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Big Daishowa names new regional sales manager – West
Edgar Argueta was promoted to regional sales manager – West for Big Daishowa.
Machine tracking solution generates real-time machine analytics
The EZ-SmartTower from Lyndex-Nikken is a machine tracking solution that is designed to increase machine shop efficiency by streamlining ROI analysis of machine tools. The EZ-SmartTower provides real-time machine analytics, empowering businesses to make data-driven decisions and maximize productivity – with no specialized expertise required. The EZ-SmartTower enables machine shops to seamlessly monitor and analyze […]
Maximize Shoulder Milling Precision with TungForceRec
Accelerate your milling performance with Tungaloy's TungForce-Rec series, engineered for precision, stability, and maximum productivity.
Milling solutions for semi-finishing and finishing
MAPAL expanded its NeoMill milling program with three new series specifically tailored to the requirements of series production: NeoMill-16-Finish, NeoMill-16-Face, and NeoMill-Alu-Rough. The company says that all three milling cutter series stand for high efficiency and process reliability as well as sustainable manufacturing – and thus integrate seamlessly into the existing portfolio. NeoMill-16-FinishThe NeoMill-16-Finish was […]
Tool balancing system for a better finish
The Speroni STB Aequilibria line of tool balancing systems from Big Daishowa reportedly contributes to higher speeds, higher chip removal rates and better surface finish. It also helps achieve less vibration and less bearing load, which contributes to longer spindle life and better machine performance.Big Daishowa says this reduces manufacturing costs thanks to less downtime […]
Milling series features 4-edge tangentially mounted inserts
Kyocera says its MA90 milling series features 4-edge tangentially mounted inserts, ensuring ultimate body rigidity, superior chip evacuation, enhanced tool life, and impeccable surface finishes. Available in a variety of inch and metric end mill, face mill, and modular head sizes, the MA90 mills are designed with rigidity and ease-of-use in mind. Due to its […]
Abrasive wheel removes mill scale
The Tiger Mill Scale wheel from Weiler Abrasives is an abrasive product designed to quickly and efficiently remove mill scale from hot-rolled carbon steel. This new addition to the Tiger portfolio provides a targeted solution for industries such as shipbuilding, pressure vessel manufacturing, and metal fabrication, where heavy mill scale removal is critical for weld […]
Extra-long hard jaws hold small diameter materials
Extra-long hard jaws from Dillon Manufacturing provide the extended reach that the company says allows the machining of smaller diameters, giving shops more versatility to handle a wider range of projects. The jaws are compatible with 8” to 15” power chucks, and are designed to maximize the potential of big-bore chucks, offering exceptional center reach […]
Iscar Quick-D-Mill: One tool, Multiple Functions, Maximum Efficiency.
Iscar's Quick-D-Mill combines the functions of Drilling and Milling into one cutter for Maximum Machining Efficiency.
ZEISS opens Connecticut Quality Excellence Center
The new ZEISS facility in Bloomfield, Connecticut, will support the manufacturing community with cutting-edge metrology and inspection technologies, services, training, and access to a local team of experts.
Mazak’s Swiss style CNC for small, precise parts
The Syncrex 38/8 Swiss-style CNC machine handles bar stock up to 1.5" (38 mm), allowing shops to run full bar capacity with no special bar end preparation. The 8-axis configuration is standard with 10 hp (7.5 kW) main and second spindles, four cross working live tools on the main spindle, as well as up to six live tools and a Y-axis for the counter spindle.
Thread milling cutter with wear-resistant coating
The TD610 Supreme thread milling cutter family from Walter AG features highly wear-resistant HiPIMS coating WB10TU made of AlTiSiN. The company says the coating is extremely smooth, robust and wear-resistant, which that ensures a significantly longer service life compared to conventional coatings. In addition, the thread milling cutter has unique geometric features, such as the "trumpet bow neck," a tapered neck and groove geometry that reduces deflection, prevents tool breakage and allows regrinding in case of wear.
