 | Tool management system enables supply chain efficiencies
| One of the most fundamental keys to running an efficient and cost-effective plant is having the right tool in
the right place at the right time. While the cost of a milling or turning insert may range from a few dollars to
significant investment, not having that tool available when needed can shut down an entire production line or
more, resulting in missed delivery dates and lost profits.
That is why tooling technology leader Kennametal Inc. is announcing new expansions of its ToolBOSS
tool-management system.
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 | Vertical carousel provides 40 percent energy savings
| The Megamat RS Vertical Carousel from KardexRemstar Inc. has been developed using
construction and production techniques focused on energy-saving and
environmentally friendly considerations.
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 | Membrane system for recycling dye penetrant rinse water
| Sanborn Technologies has introduced a line of NF (Nanofiltration) membrane systems for recycling the
rinse water from dye penetrant inspection stations.
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|  | New Energy Drives Manufacturing
| Author: Alan Rooks, Editorial Director
Published: May 2013
The Lead Angle editorial in the May 2013 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering ponders some major developments that are remaking the energy market and, with it, manufacturing. | View Article
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 | Clearing The Air
| Author: Alan Richter, Editor
Published: April 2013
Oil mist filtration for machine tools makes for a cleaner working environment and better operating conditions for machines. | View Article
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| Thin Is In When Cutting Metal
| Author: Christopher Tate, Savannah Machinery Works
Published: April 2013
In last month’s column, the Shop Technology column observed that chip thinning is one of the key concepts programmers and machinists should understand. Presented in this month's column is further discussion about how chip thinning can enhance productivity. | View Article
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 | Tool Train
| Author: Michael Wendenburg
Published: February 2013
The heart of rail technology beats in Germany, where the Bombardier Transportation division of the Canadian conglomerate is headquartered in Berlin. Its plant in Netphen, Germany, annually produces 2,500 to 3,000 carriage bodies and bogies (a chassis or framework with wheels that is attached to a railway vehicle). This equipment is used in vehicles ranging from trams to high-speed trains. Despite the European economic crisis, order volumes have risen over the last few years, to the point where the plant, which has a workforce of 700, is nearly at full capacity. | View Article
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| An Eye For Wear
| Author: Alan Richter, Editor
Published: February 2013
A machine vision system for inspecting cutting tool wear. | View Article
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|  | Future Challenges
| | Sandvik Coromant takes a closer look at the macro trends influencing the future of the manufacturing industry in a brief video report that identifies four areas of special interest: rapid urbanization, sustainability, new advanced materials and new technologies. | | View Video |
 | Metrigraphics Milestone
| | Though Metrigraphics LLC recently notched its 50th year in business, the Boston area company isn't dwelling on the past. In fact, in this video report company executives are looking to the future, seeking ISO 13485 certification in anticipation of new market demands and potential expansion. | | View Video |
 | Iscar Turns 60
| | Andrew Benson, co-general manager and chief marketing officer at Iscar Metals Inc., spoke with Don Nelson, publisher of Cutting Tool Engineering and MICROmanufacturing magazines, during IMTS 2012 to discuss the company's 60th anniversary and a variety of new products. | | View Video |
 | Trends In Manufacturing
| | Don Nelson, publisher of Cutting Tool Engineering and MICROmanufacturing magazines, interviews David J. Povich, president of Tool Alliance, Huntington Beach, Calif. Povich also was recently elected president of the United States Cutting Tool Institute. | | View Video |
 | Pumping Up Production
| | Making parts for hydraulic fracturing equipment presents opportunities but requires the right tools, as noted in the cover story of the March 2012 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine. | | View Video |
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