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Precision Tooling Solutions for Firearms Manufacturing
Star Cutter Company, a provider of custom-engineered tooling solutions for precision applications, will be displaying its cutting tools tailored for firearms manufacturing at the Shot Show 2024, Jan. 23-26.
Star Cutter Express
There are two stocked and standard product offerings where gundrills are delivered within 24 hours of the order. The SFGD Express program is for Single Flute Gundrills in diameters from 0.1250” - 0.7500” (3.175mm - 19.050mm) and lengths up to 48” (1219mm). The SCGD Express program is for Single Flute Solid Carbide Gundrills with standard ½” steel…
Custom-Designed Double Contour Single Flute Gundrill
The machining improvements are achieved by a special cutting drill contour with an added rear contour configuration that acts like a guide pad while the drill remains in the bushing, keeping the tool on location.  Once the drill is in the cut, these guide pads continue to force the tool to cut a straight path for the remainder of operation.
Star AR Support Solutions
The Star AR solution is designed for ease of use. Customers may either rent AR glasses from Star Cutter or purchase their own set. When an incident occurs, an AR session is initiated through a service request and the connection made via wireless technologies. Connecting via a PC, the Star Cutter technician is able to see exactly what the operator…
NXT 5-Axis Grinders With ESPRIT CAM Software
The NXT grinder is a versatile 5-axis CNC machine with a small footprint, large grind zone and a modular design that quickly adapts to demanding application requirements. ESPRIT uses a digital twin of the manufacturing envelope to simplify the programming process and deliver edit-free G-code. Customers that already have ESPRIT can add the Star…
Core Drills
Used for both enlarging or finishing holes from a castings core pin condition, a major advantage of the Star Cutter core drills is that they are proven to cut straight holes that correct shifts in a cored hole location, which can occur during the casting process. These drills are also adept at preparing holes for a second pass in tight tolerance…
3D Printed PCD Monoblock Tool Bodies and Chip Deflectors
With 3D printing, there is about a 30% reduction in tool weight, yet it has the equivalent torsional stiffness of a steel ground body tool. Lightweighting can play a big role in large, heavy tools that take a toll on the machine spindle, helping to reduce preventative maintenance. These improvements can be significant when producing aerospace and…
Carbide Drill
Available in diameter sizes starting at 4mm, these Star Cutter drills are manufactured from a selection of more wear-resistant carbide grades than typically used in these applications, resulting in longer tool life. Additionally, special bolt-hole circles and coolant hole sizes assist in eliminating OD aluminum build up and aid in flushing chips…
NXT 5-axis Tool Grinder
The updated automation package accommodates denser pallet arrays for improved lot sizes and runtime, while delivering smoother robot operation and better repeatability. Additionally, the system can now adapt to multiple part profiles to be produced within a single run. An optional laser marking system has also been integrated for automated tool…
NXT Linear CNC Tool and Cutter Grinding Machine
The new Star NXT linear CNC tool and cutter grinding machine sharpens both straight and spiral gash hob designs up to 8” OD x 10” OAL.

Articles

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Videos

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The NXT Tool Grinder machine from Star

Cutting Tool Engineering visits the Star plant in Elk Rapids, Michigan, to learn more about the market demand that led to the NXT Tool Grinder machine from Star SU.

Versatile 5-Axis grinder from Star Cutter

This Star Cutter Co. video highlights the company’s NXT 5-axis tool grinder, a versatile CNC machine featuring a small footprint and a large grind zone.

The NXT generation of tool grinding has arrived

The Star NXT tool grinder offers a focused design to deliver a maximized grind zone with our smallest footprint to date.

IMTS 2022 Booth Visit with Star Cutter Co.

Star Cutter Co.’s Aaron Remsing, product manager, and Jeremy Hubbard, application engineer, demonstrate the new blade grinding capabilities of its flagship NXT Tool Grinder machine.

Versatile 5-Axis Grinder

Star Cutter’s NXT 5-axis Tool Grinder is a versatile 5-axis CNC machine, features a small footprint and a large grind zone. The machine can run small and large diameter wheels and is designed in a modular fashion that offers quick adaptation to application requirements.

NXT 5-Axis Tool and Cutter Grinder

The NXT is a small-footprint machine with a large grind zone and the ability to run small- and large-diameter wheels. It uses fewer moving parts and easily configurable options in a modular design — at a competitive price point. With industry-leading NUMROTO software on a machine manufactured and supported in the USA, the NXT is the smallest and…

People & Companies

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Star Cutter Co. marks 90th anniversary

The Star Cutter Co., Farmington Hills, Mich., plans to mark its 90th anniversary throughout 2017 by reflecting on the company's past and future. Founded in 1927 by Howard B. Lawton and Frank Burgess, Star Cutter is a fourth-generation, family owned business and one of the oldest Michigan-based manufacturing companies.

Star Cutter upgrades factory, adds machine tool demo area

Star Cutter Co. has upgraded its facility that produces tool and broach grinders. Upgrades to the 25,000-sq.-ft. climate-controlled building include a 1,500 sq. ft. area for customer run-offs and demonstrations with space for two machines at any time.

Transor Filter and Star Cutter develop working relationship

Transor Filter USA has entered into a working relationship with Star Cutter.

Star Cutter awarded 'Going PRO' funds for employee training

Star Cutter facilities received 2023 Going PRO Talent Funds from the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity-Workforce Development (LEO-WD) through the Michigan Works! agency.

Star Cutter promotes Brad Cooper to plant manager

Star Cutter Co. has promoted Bradley Cooper from service manager to plant manager, responsible for optimizing the day-to-day operations of the Elk Rapids, Michigan, facility.

Cutting tool supplier takes aim at gun show

Star Cutter Company, a provider of custom-engineered tooling solutions for precision applications, will display its cutting tools tailored for firearms manufacturing at the Shot Show 2024, Jan. 23 – 26 at the Venetian Expo + Caesar’s Forum in Las Vegas.

Star Cutter names new service manager

The Star Cutter Co. in Farmington Hills, Michigan, has promoted Bradley Cooper to service manager at its Elk Rapids, Michigan, location.

Star Cutter hires sales and applications engineer

Star Cutter Co. hired Josh Hubbard as a sales and applications engineer at its facility where the company builds 5-axis CNC tool grinding machines.

Star Cutter donates to manufacturing excellence training center 

Star Cutter Company is continuing its support of Alpena Community College’s manufacturing programs through increased monetary and equipment donations to the college. The donations will be supplied over a two-year period of time, helping to bring state-of-the art manufacturing equipment, such as grinding machines and optical comparators, to the…

Star Cutter expands its PCD tool reconditioning services

Star Cutter has added a Lasertec precision laser cutting machine to its portfolio of machining equipment at its Tool Reconditioning Center.

Star Cutter expands grinding business with acquisition

Star Cutter Co. has acquired Tru Tech CNC grinding systems from Resonetics in Nashua, New Hampshire, assuming all design and manufacturing of the Tru Tech high-precision CNC grinding machines currently performed at the Michigan facilities in Mt. Clemens and Lewiston.

Star Cutter names VP of operations

Star Cutter Co. in Farmington Hills, Michigan, promoted Mike Billiel from corporate operations manager to vice president of operations.

Star Cutter adds medical industry specialist to sales network

Star Cutter has added Shop Solutions LLC of Columbia City, Ind., to its sales network to expand the company’s presence within the medical industry.  Shop Solutions, owned by Matt Dahms, specializes in manufacturing solutions for surgical tools used in orthopedic applications.

Star Cutter displays tooling solutions for firearms manufacturing

Star Cutter Co., a provider of custom-engineered tooling solutions for precision applications, is displaying its cutting tools tailored for firearms manufacturing at the Shot Show 2023 in the Supplier Showcase, booth #51317.

Star Cutter names new engineering manager

Star Cutter Company has hired Robert “Bob” Tennant as its round tool engineering manager overseeing three product lines, each produced at a dedicated facility. 

Star Cutter names VP of information technology

Star Cutter Co. has named Dean Stetson vice president of information technology.