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TC685 Supreme
The TC685 Supreme cutter is a left-hand cutting tool that features a 15° helix angle for excellent chip removal. Cooling with compressed air makes it possible to achieve maximum tool life in materials harder than 50 HRC. Additionally, internal coolant delivery is available for tools that create the M6 size through the larger thread sizes. The tool shank is in accordance with the DIN 6535 HA standard.
Rego-Fix names national sales manager
Rego-Fix has selected Brent Broderick as the company's new national sales manager.nIn addition to managing sales team members, Broderick will provide them with ongoing technical education and guidance.
Sandvik completes the acquisition of Almü
Sandvik said it has completed the previously announced acquisition of Almü Präzisions-Werkzeug GmbH (Almü), a Germany-based cutting tools and solutions provider within high-precision drilling, reaming, milling and tooling systems.
Metallurgical company, Anker Industries, sold to Opta Group
Continuim Equity Partners has sold Anker Industries, a leading manufacturer and distributor of metallurgical additives that Continuim acquired in 2021, to Opta Group, a portfolio company of Speyside Equity Advisers.
Acu-Rite’s developments and vision for 2024
In a dynamic progression through recent years, Acu-Rite, a leader in DROs, CNC, encoders and accessories said it has consistently advanced despite global changes, reinforcing its commitment to machinists nationwide.
Press-hardening large body auto components
Improved material utilization, lower weight, less climate impact and simpler production, these are all reasons for the car industry's interest in press-hardened body components made of large blanks consisting of many smaller welded parts.
Okuma America makes several high-level appointments
Okuma America Corp., has named new personnel appointments to "direct and support" the company's strategic growth initiatives in the Americas.
Automate returns to Chicago in May
In a highly anticipated return to Chicago this spring after a five-year hiatus, Automate—the largest robotics and automation trade show in North America—will set new show records for number of attendees and exhibitors.
Tyrolit acquires majority stake in Contec
In a move to strengthen its floor grinding & surface preparation business, the Tyrolit Group invests in German company Contec Maschinenbau & Entwicklungstechnik GmbH. Contec is a leading global supplier of state-of-the-art machines for surface preparation and finishing.
Automated Production Monitoring Case Study
Learn how MachineMetrics Inc.'s machine monitoring and analytics platform helped Thorlabs Inc. improve its manufacturing efficiency by helping the company capture and monitor real-time data insights.
GF Machining Solutions names new managing director
GF Machining Solutions has promoted Onik Bhattacharyya to the position of managing director and head of market region for North and Central Americas.
Modular Pull Clamping System from Fixtureworks
The cylindrical body design on this innovative clamping system is ideal for machining from 5 sides with no tool interference and no need for additional machining setup. It can be used as a mechanical zero point clamping system for quick fixture change with precise dual contact that provides 0.005 mm locating repeatability. Clamping screws are used with the modules for precise locating and clamping.
