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Okuma
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Insert Geometry
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Boring
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Cutting Forces
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Workholding
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Threading
Threading calculators, tapping guidance, thread milling, and related tooling.
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Glossary
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Machining Fundamentals & Tooling References
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Tap Magic H2OX NC metal cutting fluid
Tap Magic H2OX™ NC is an excellent metal cutting fluid formulated to provide lubricity while eliminating the sticky messy film associated with heavy oil products. It is a semi-synthetic product engineered to provide great performance in a variety of areas. It is safe and operator friendly, meeting regulations of all 50 states in the US and most regions abroad.
Port Mills vs Port Tools: The Chatter Showdown! | Scientific Cutting Tools
Are port mills the solution to chatter? Watch them go head-to-head against traditional port tools. 🛠️ Get our tools here! 👉 Today we are here testing our brand new port mills. We're going to grind it up against four different sizes of SAE ports with our pilotless port tool.
Cut-off wheels and grinding discs
Bonded portfolio of Cut-Off Wheels and Grinding Discs from Klingspor Abrasives Inc. are designed for fabricators, maintenance professionals, and industrial users working across a wide range of materials and applications.
CHAMPION Now! ignites passion for manufacturing careers at IMTS 2026
CHAMPION Now! will showcase Camp CHAMP and its manufacturing career programs at IMTS 2026 in Chicago.
E Tech Group names new Director of AI Solutions
E Tech Group, a provider of industrial automation and systems integration, has appointed Akshatha Shetty as its new director of AI Solutions. The Ohio-based company, which was named the 2025 System Integrator of the Year and Platinum-certified Rockwell Automation Partner, says Shetty will lead the development of E Tech Group’s AI strategy and customer-facing portfolio.
CBN: The Nature of the Beast | The Grinding Doc
Dr. Jeffrey Badger, The Grinding Doc, explains the break-in behavior of bonded CBN wheels after dressing and practical ways to manage that period. Learn more.
Superabrasive Concentration | The Grinding Doc
Dr. Jeffrey Badger, The Grinding Doc, explains superabrasive concentration, how much diamond or CBN is in a wheel, and what different concentration levels mean. Learn more.
Innovation That Moves Machining Forward
ISCAR continues to push the boundaries of machining through constant innovation, precision-engineered tooling, and close collaboration with customers. By anticipating manufacturing needs and developing advanced, sustainable solutions, ISCAR helps manufacturers improve productivity, reduce costs, and stay ahead of what’s next. Learn more.
Additive manufacturing company strengthens quality with data-driven quality assurance software
Germany-based software supplier, amsight, announced that AM North, a Norwegian additive manufacturing company serving industrial spare-part and production applications, is using amsight’s production-level quality management software to strengthen traceability, reduce manual documentation effort, and support certified AM production.
The Big Downside of Synchronous Dressing | The Grinding Doc
Dr. Jeffrey Badger, The Grinding Doc, explains why sharper wheels from synchronous dressing can produce bigger grinding forces. Learn more.
Estimating with a machining strategy
AMFG is launching its new Machining Strategy feature for its Estimating & Quoting software, along with upgraded 2D PDF analysis with enhanced secondary treatment extraction within Sentinel AI. The update gives estimators and CAM programmers clear visibility into how quotes are calculated, improving speed and consistency across shop teams.
Synchronous vs. Asynchronous Dressing | The Grinding Doc
Dr. Jeffrey Badger, The Grinding Doc, explains plunge-roll dressing direction and how direction and speed ratio affect wheel sharpness. Learn more.
