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Chipbreaker on PCD-tipped inserts
The ISOTurn CF and CB PCD-tipped inserts from Ingersoll Cutting Tools are engineered to improve chip control when machining non‑ferrous materials. Long, stringy chips are a common challenge in aluminum and other non‑ferrous applications, often leading to machine interruptions, compromised surface finishes, and lost productivity. Ingersoll’s new chipbreakers solutions are designed to keep chips short […]
Mazak Southwest Event targets oil and gas manufacturing production
Mazak will host its Discover More with Mazak Southwest Open House event to support manufacturers preparing for the upswing and increasing demands of the oil and gas industry. The event will take place May 13-14, 2026, at the Mazak Southwest Technology Center in Houston, Texas, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (CST). The company will […]
Tungaloy launches drawing generators and cost savings calculators
Tungaloy says it is advancing its digital tooling solutions with new Drawing Generators and Cost Savings Calculators that were designed to help users move faster, quote smarter, and prove value with confidence. The company says its latest Drawing Generators make it easy to configure and generate accurate drawings for applications—with no delays, no guesswork. The […]
5-axis portal milling machining center
The GP1350 5-Axis portal milling machining center from GROB Systems that was designed for a variety of manufacturing tasks, including large components, complex geometries, and maximum precision. The GP1350 offers a broad X-Y-Z working travel of 55 / 77 / 43 inches (1,400 / 1,950 / 1,100 millimeters) to accommodate large parts. According to the […]
Sliding head lathes
SP-32 Sliding Head Lathe from Star is the latest addition to Star’s SP Series of sliding head lathes, developed to deliver outstanding versatility, accuracy and performance for applications up to 32mm (35mm optional) bar diameter. It features Step Cycle Pro chip-breaking technology, high-speed processing at 35m/min, and guide bush/non-guide bush capability. It can achieve a […]
Pazmac, Canadian parts manufacturer, achieves AS9100D certification
Pazmac, a precision parts manufacturer since 1972, has achieved AS9100D certification, the internationally recognized quality management standard for the aerospace and defense industries. This milestone reinforces Pazmac’s long-standing commitment to delivering complex, high-performance parts with uncompromising quality, traceability, and reliability. With AS9100D certification, Pazmac is further positioned as a strategic manufacturing partner for OEMs operating […]
Sandvik acquires majority stake in diamond tools manufacturer
Sandvik has acquired 80% of the Canada-based K&Y Diamond, a leading manufacturer of monocrystalline diamond tools for ultra-precision applications, with a strong position in the optics segment. K&Y Diamond will be operated under Sandvik Coromant, a division within the Machining business segment. Both parties have agreed not to disclose the purchase price. K&Y Diamond’s tools […]
Inspection system combines dimensional and visual metrology
The GI-307 High-Speed Inspection System from General Inspection, LLC (Gi) combines 360 degree dimensional metrology with 360 degree visual defect detection. Utilizing a gravity-fed V-track system, the unit synchronizes seven high-resolution cameras with a patent-pending sequenced lighting technique to provide an unobstructed profile view of each part. The system is engineered to inspect a wide […]
Iscar adopts open MDES tooling data format for CAM/CNC
ModuleWorks announces that ISCAR, a leading manufacturer of precision metal cutting tools and the largest company in the IMC Group, is adopting the Manufacturing Data Exchange Specification (MDES). Through this adoption, ISCAR plans to make its tooling data available in the open MDES format, enabling CAM software and CNC systems to integrate ISCAR tools […]
Milling line feature 45º cutters, extended-flute cutters, and small slotters
Ingersoll Cutting Tools expanded its MaxSFeed milling line to boost versatility, performance, and tool life across various machining applications. The expansion introduces 45º cutters, extended-flute cutters, and small slotters featuring a dovetailed insert pocket design for improved stability and MultiSurfer shank interfaces for secure mounting. These tools are designed for efficient, high-feed metal removal on […]
General Inspection’s multi-site domestic deployment of inspection systems
General Inspection, LLC (Gi), a leader in high-performance fastener sorting technology, is pleased to announce the successful commissioning of the GI-307 High-Speed Inspection System at four major fastener manufacturing facilities across the United States. This strategic rollout underscores a growing industry shift toward highly accurate, 100% automated quality assurance in high-volume production environments. Metrology […]
Ingersoll adds cutter styles, configurations to milling line
Ingersoll Cutting Tools expanded what it calls its “most versatile milling solutions product line,” by delivering additional cutter styles and configurations designed to increase application flexibility, performance, and tool life across a broad range of machining applications. The expanded lineup includes 45º cutters, extended flute cutters, and a small slotter series, providing solutions for both […]
