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MFGAxis — Buyer’s Guide
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Machining References
Curated technical references for machinists and engineers.
Machining Calculators
Feeds, speeds, formulas, and shop calculators.
Wire
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Hypertherm
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Roll
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Molybdenum
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Vericut
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Siemens
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Fanuc
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Turnkey
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Super
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Robotmaster
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Pronest
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Online
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Tap
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Optical
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Machinist
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Broaching
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Fatigue
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Photo
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Makino
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Erp
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Countersink
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Flame
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Fives
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Centerless
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Garant
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Go
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Dual
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Okuma
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Acme
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Tapping
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Raw
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Co2
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Pre
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Total
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Moving
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Abb
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Formula
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Pick
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Automating
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Sic
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Pipe
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Coordinate
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Tramp
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Thermal
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Cmm
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Ceramic
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Case Hardening
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Insert Geometry
Insert identification, lead angle, indexable insert geometry, and selection references.
Boring
Boring heads, U-axis systems, contour boring, and setup references.
Cutting Forces
Cutting-force formulas, machining power, chip load, and speed/feed references.
Workholding
Workholding strategy, zero-point clamping, fixturing, and setup efficiency.
Threading
Threading calculators, tapping guidance, thread milling, and related tooling.
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Glossary
Definitions of machining and manufacturing terms.
Machining Fundamentals & Tooling References
Core explainers and shop-floor references for speeds, feeds, forces, insert identification, heat treatment, and cutter geometry.
Process Spotlights & Manufacturing Systems
Inspection, automation, digitalization, and application-specific reads that complement the core machining references above.
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Mazak names Kevin Bates vice president of sales and regional operations
Mazak has promoted Kevin Bates to vice president of sales and regional operations.
$2 million in metalworking equipment on loan to Montana State University
Montana State University students interested in crafting metals into machine parts will soon have access to a $2 million lathe that can cut spinning materials so precisely that its end products are measured in fractions of the width of a human hair.
Messer Cutting Systems names new CEO, President of Americas
Messer Cutting Systems has appointed Annette Doyle as its new chief executive officer for Messer Cutting Systems Inc. and President Messer Cutting Systems Americas.
DoAll Tungsten Carbide bandsaw blade T3N
DoAll Tungsten Carbide bandsaw blade T3N. Watch Cutting Tool Engineering's video coverage, featuring original footage and context from the related product, process, event, or shop-floor demonstration.
ZJK Industrial enhances operations to meet surging demand
ZJK Industrial Co. Ltd., a manufacturer of high-tech precision parts and hardware, said it is scaling operations to meet increasing demand for its products across key verticals.
Tungaloy’s TungMeister: High-Efficiency Exchangeable Head End Mill Series
Experience over 13,000 head and shank combinations for your endmilling operations with Tungaloy's TungMeister. Maximize productivity with 45 different geometries of indexable heads paired with steel, carbide, or tungsten shanks.
Taps vs Thread Mills
Thread mills present several advantages over traditional taps in manufacturing. They offer greater versatility, allowing for deeper threading into holes and reducing the risk of tool breakage. Proper feed rates are crucial for optimal performance, and using a code generator can enhance efficiency. Overall, thread mills serve as a more effective and cost-efficient solution for various threading applications.
Seco Stabilizer End Mills
The Seco Stabilizer end mills enhance chip evacuation, improving process security for high-performance operations.
CTE Ends International Print Edition — Free Digital Access Worldwide
Cutting Tool Engineering has discontinued mailing the print edition of the magazine to international subscribers. The free digital edition remains available worldwide to all readers.
Innovative Products of America launches BrushAll division
Innovative Products of America (IPA) has launched a new abrasives division, BrushAll. This division, the company says, provides cutting-edge, first-time products while enhancing standard abrasives with new features designed to increase performance and save time.
Siemens adds AI-power to maintenance offerings
The Siemens Industrial Copilot, a generative AI-based assistant, will support every stage of the maintenance cycle, from repair and prevention to prediction and optimization.
Full-Cycle AI Maintenance Support
The Siemens Industrial Copilot, a generative AI-based assistant, will support every stage of the maintenance cycle, from repair and prevention to prediction and optimization.
