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Ratcheting Arbor Press

Ratcheting Arbor Press With Four Slot Positions
The arm provides an optimal leverage position with a consistent application of force. It also offers more clearance over the table for broaching and pressing large items. It is counterweighted for rapid handle return. The rugged steel ram, driven by a machined pinion, is reversable  with one end solid and the other end has a hole and magnet to hold bits and tools.

Standard Parts Handbook

Printed Handbook is a Powerful Reference Tool
More than 75,000 standard parts can be found in this handbook. You will find our popular sellers as well as brand new products  - including toggle clamps, shaft collars, concealed multiple-joint hinges, and hygienically designed components, including ones made of metal detectable plastics or antibacterial materials.

UX Design Awards 2022 Nominee

C.O.R.E. Nominated in UX Design Awards 2022
C.O.R.E. brings to life a new machine interaction concept based on a modern hardware and software architecture. It standardizes the operation of all machine tools from the UNITED GRINDING Group, with a new 24-inch multi-touch C.O.R.E. panel that offers intuitive controls—similar to a smartphone—and personalized customization options. The clean design of the C.O.R.E. panel features only a few buttons, resulting in clean visuals. The integrated front camera allows for quick and easy support via video calls.

GR3 Graphite Machining Solution

GR3 for Wet-Machining Graphite for Moldmakers
Costly multi-machine operation becomes a thing of the past in cases where various electrode materials need to be processed, as does the associated laborious setup of multiple processes. In addition, considerably healthier work conditions can be achieved due to the absence of dust. Processing graphite with the right metalworking fluid is an extremely economical process that achieves higher-quality workpieces and .005 tolerances.

Platinum Tooling celebrates 4 generations, 100 years

In a world where machine shops are struggling to stay open and maintain their business and in a
day when “going into dad’s business” is not what it once was, Platinum Tooling is an exception
to the rule. Located in Prospect Heights, Illinois, the company is set to reach an important milestone. In 2022, company President Preben Hansen and his family will celebrate 100 years working in metal cutting and four generations of Hansen men in the industry.

Clevis Linkages Range

Clevis Linkages Range for Machine Builders
As WDS clevis linkages are designed to the DIN and ISO standards, this ensures fit across the widest range of applications. The range is also suited to new machines and retrofit with a design that allows for greater flexibility in alignment. The clevis fork and eye connection enables a margin of movement, which is particularly useful for easily linking two components in hydraulic and pneumatic applications where precise alignment can be challenging to achieve.

Success Packs

Service Division With Tiered Subscription Service
The Success Packs, available in the tiered levels Bronze, Bronze +, Silver or Silver +, are designed to improve machine lifecycles, maximise ROI, and offer a direct line to GF Machining Solutions experts, enabling customers to achieve their desired business growth and maximize their productivity goals. Each Success Pack is customized to a specific customer profile and offers benefits such as faster access to service, 24-hour machining and support helplines, remote assistance, maintenance and servicing as well as targeted support and consultations from experts.