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IMCO STREAKERS M213
For high-performance machining in aluminum alloys.
New MULTI-MASTER Solid Carbide Heads for Aluminum
Iscar expands the already tremendous flexibility of the Multi-Master system with NEW Solid Carbide Heads for Aluminum. Designed primarily for roughing and finishing in the aerospace industry, these new heads expand MULTI-MASTER's capabilities in milling soft materials. The new additions include ballnose, shouldering and advanced profiling geometries in sizes ranging from .3125" to 1.250" diameters. There are a variety of popular radius options to choose from, as well. The strategic combination of diverse Multi-Master shank geometries and materials enhances tool dynamics, ensuring stable cutting across various milling applications.
Quick-change combination pallet
The QL2 combination pallet is the newest addition to Jergens' Quick-Loc line of quick-change products, which offers both 96mm and 52mm hole patterns in a single unit. The pallet features a dual-pattern configuration that the company says makes for a single solution accommodating both industry standard mounting options for broader overall application.
Zoller at MT Series East (EASTEC) 2025
Werner Lueken of ZOLLER introduces their latest CNC tool‑inspection system, unveiled during the company's 80th‑anniversary celebration in Ann Arbor.
Increase CNC Productivity with Lyndex-Nikken’s Precision Presetters
At Lyndex-Nikken, the team demonstrates the E346BA tool presetter—a mid-entry, granite-base tabletop model designed to improve shop efficiency by measuring tools offline and maximizing spindle uptime.
Tank and vessel cleaning nozzle
The BETE HydroClaw (HC) tank and vessel cleaning nozzle from EXAIR features a clog-resistant design, which makes it an ideal solution for industries that demand powerful, maintenance-free tank cleaning, such as breweries, wineries, chemical processing plants, or food processing facilities that use small- to medium-sized tanks.
Supplemental digital content for ‘Let Precision Be Your Guide’
This page features the supplemental digital content associated with the "Let Precision Be Your Guide" feature article in the June/July 2025 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine. Embedded below are brief videos about Swiss-style machining technology from INDEX Corp. and MAZAK Corp.
Basic setup for a high-frequency oil-air lubricated spindle
This four-and-a-half minute GMN USA video provides a walk-through of the basic setup for a GMN HSX 100sdu-90000/3 high-frequency oil-air lubricated spindle.
Supplemental digital content for ‘Smarter Setups’ article
This page features the supplemental digital content associated with the "Smarter Setups" feature article in the June/July 2025 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine. Embedded below are brief videos focused on tool presetter technology from Lyndex-Nikken, Haimer USA and BIG DAISHOWA. Also included are links to the online presetter ROI calculators offered by Lyndex-Nikken and BIG DAISHOWA. The calculators are there to help shops estimate the time it will take a presetter to pay for itself in cost savings once it is implemented.
SW North America at MT Series East (EASTEC) 2025
At MT Series East 2025, Chad Barkley of SW North America introduces the BA 322i—a precision-engineered twin-spindle machining center designed for high-output, fully automated production.
Allied Machine names Western Regional Manager
Allied Machine and Engineering, a leading manufacturer of holemaking and finishing cutting tools for the metal-cutting industry, has promoted Bill Ruegsegger III to Western regional manager.
Victor offers free oxyfuel safety audits
Victor, an ESAB brand, now offers qualifying industrial companies a free safety audit of their gas flow control systems and oxyfuel cutting and heating operations.
