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Scientific Cutting Tools LIVE from MT Series West. Watch Cutting Tool Engineering's video coverage, featuring original footage and context from the related product, process, event, or shop-floor demonstration.
ANCA names group chief financial officer
ANCA, a global supplier of CNC grinding technology, automation solutions, and motion controls, has appointed Christopher Weaver as chief financial officer (CFO) of the ANCA Group.
Multi-tasking tool machines and grinds in a single setup
At Mazak's Discover 2025 event, the company will unveil its Integrex i-350S NEO multi-tasking machine that the company says can provide increased thermal stability and combines high-performance turning, milling and — for the first time — grinding operations along with advanced automation features.
CNC turning center for high-volume production of small, intricate parts
Mazak is unveiling its QRX-50MSY CNC turning center at the company's Discover 2025 event, Oct. 6-10, that provides manufacturers the speed and versatility for high-volume production of small, intricate parts in a compact, affordable machine.
Full grip pie jaws are made from extruded aluminum
Dillon says that its full grip jaws manufactured from 6061 extruded aluminum bar stock eliminate the porosity inherent with castings, thus increasing their strength, reliability, and safety.
TRUMPF Inducted into American Manufacturing Hall of Fame
High-tech company TRUMPF was recently inducted into the American Manufacturing Hall of Fame. The award was presented to TRUMPF in recognition of the company's more than 100 years of innovation, advanced technology and services, and for its contributions to strengthening manufacturing in the United States and around the world.
RF 100 Sharp | Carbide Milling Cutter for Soft, Tough & High-Alloy Materials
The RF 100 Sharp is a high-performance carbide milling cutter designed specifically for machining soft, tough, and high-alloy materials. Engineered with advanced geometry and precision cutting edges, it ensures smooth, efficient material removal with minimal cutting forces. This results in excellent surface finishes and extended tool life, even under demanding conditions. The RF 100 Sharp delivers reliable performance across a wide range of applications, making it an ideal choice for industries requiring accuracy, speed, and durability. Whether for finishing or general milling tasks, it provides optimal results while reducing tool wear and maximizing productivity in challenging machining environments.
POW•R•FEED M935
Unlock faster cycle times, outstanding metal removal rates without clogging, and fewer tool changes with the POW•R•FEED M935 end mill from IMCO.
TC620 Supreme with countersink option
The TC620 Supreme thread milling cutters utilize patent-pending Walter DeVibe technology with an anti-vibration land to effectively suppress vibrations and allow higher cutting parameters, while contributing to other TC620 Supreme advantages like a high level of process reliability and easy handling due to extremely infrequent radius correction.
Allied Machine promotes Best to Eastern regional manager
Allied Machine and Engineering, a leading manufacturer of holemaking and finishing cutting tools for the metal-cutting industry, announced that Chris Best has been promoted to Eastern regional manager.
POW•R•FEED M935 five-flute endmills
IMCO Carbide Tool created its new POW•R•FEED M935 five-flute endmills using a multi-parabolic grinding (MPG) process that reportedly allows for significantly higher metal removal rates and the freest cutting action in mild steels, stainless steels and titanium.
Expanded cutting tool series optimized for stainless steel machining
The DoFeedTri series of cutting tools from Tungaloy Corporation has been expanded with the introduction of a new grade optimized for stainless steel machining, enhanced low cutting force chipbreakers, and an extended range of cutter bodies for improved versatility and performance.
