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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.

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.

Experience maximum productivity and turning efficiency with Tungaloy’s TurnFeed on steel. Engineered with a unique cutting edge for high-feed machining, this tool boasts double clamping technology for unparalleled rigidity and performance. The WPMT-ML Trigon insert with ML chipbreaker minimizes cutting force, while producing thin, manageable chips. Perfect for a broad range of applications, from roughing to finishing, thanks to its high versatility and resistance to wear and chipping. Transform your machining process today.

Join us for an Ask CTE Contributors webinar led by industry veteran Tom Kowalski, Regional Manager for EMUGE-FRANKEN USA, when he provides invaluable insights on "Avoiding Tap Breakage with These Five Tips". Designed for manufacturers spanning all industries, this webinar will delve into the intricacies of tap selection, drilling considerations, and crucial decision-making that EMUGE-FRANKEN uses for optimizing thread quality and tool life – and avoiding the dreaded broken tap!

Dennis Spaeth discusses the growth of machiningdoctor.com, a website featuring calculators for machinists, created by Erez Speiser. Launched in 2020, the site has expanded significantly, with Speiser dedicating himself full-time in 2023. The conversation covers the website's features, including milling calculators, and Speiser's motivation for its creation during the pandemic. Future collaborations and social activities are also mentioned.

Vargus USA, a leading cutting tool company with over 60 years of expertise, has revolutionized threading with its Mach Supersonic Threading system, delivering faster machining, extended tool life, and superior surface finishes. A case study highlights the advantages of the VARGUS GENius software, simplifying tool selection and boosting productivity. In the latest podcast, industry experts discuss manufacturing challenges, custom production, and workforce development, highlighting modern manufacturing's clean, high-tech environments. The conversation concludes with insights into the future of the industry and strategies for engaging the next generation of machinists.

Register to watch the recorded webinar on-demand. Join Cutting Tool Engineering for a one-hour webinar based on this month’s cover story, “A Fluid Choice.” The article examines the options for high-pressure coolant when deep-hole drilling.

Guhring introduces a breakthrough in drilling stainless steels with the RT 100 InoxPro solid carbide drill. This innovation combines carbide, geometry, and a specially tailored coating, resulting in exceptional performance. The drill extends tool life and reduces machining times, addressing challenges posed by stainless steel's high temperatures, tendency to jam, and promotion of tool wear.

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CHAMPION Now!, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to change how American manufacturing is perceived in our nation, held its latest Camp CHAMP! event on Nov. 30, 2023, at the College of Lake County Advanced Technology Center in Gurnee, Illinois. CHAMPION NOW! has brought its efforts to the local level by holding training camps for middle school students at various venues in the Chicago area.

LANG Technovation General Manager Jon Dobosenski discussed several new products introduced at EMO Hannover 2023, including the company’s new workholding rail system, a new mini vise with a two-stud pattern, and a new FS series of vises with serrated jaws.

HEULE Tool Corp. President Gary Brown discussed several products on display at the company’s Westec 2023 booth, including Heule’s back counter boring tools, a new manual back spot-facer, air activated back spot facer, a centrifugal force back counter boring tool, and its standard counter boring product.

Scientific Cutting Tools National Sales Manager Todd White highlighted the company’s port cavity tools for the aerospace and military industries during a brief Westec 2023 video booth visit with Cutting Tool Engineering. SCT, he explained, specializes in putting coolant-through holes to each flute in the tool to maximize productivity.

Michael Herman, vice president sales for BIG DAISHOWA Inc., discussed a special promotion for the company’s fine boring kit, which features the EWN2-152 fine boring head from BIG KAISER is said to enable manufacturing precise bores with guaranteed precision of .00005". The set comes with dedicated accessories such as a boring bar, screw-in insert holders, and 2 inserts to cover Ø.701"-2.126".

In addition to announcing the recent promotion for Mazak Corp. Assistant General Manager Jeff Shaver, the Cutting Tool Engineering Westec 2023 booth visit featured product overviews of the company’s VC-EZ 16X vertical machining center as well as the Syncrex 25/8 Swiss-type turning machine.

Scytec Consulting Inc. President and CEO Josh Davids and CGTech Director of Product Management Gene Granata discussed the ability of CGTech’s Vericut software to produce CNC simulation, verification, optimization and connecting to CNC machines.

ARCH Cutting Tools highlighted its RECON360 service program at its booth during Westec 2023 in Long Beach, California.

View an end-to-end tour of the ANCA Integrated Manufacturing System (AIMS) in this 17-minute on-demand webinar presented by ANCA Inc. The pre-recorded webinar describes how the AIMS automation system can help shops increase productivity, reduce cost per tool and improve quality.

Haimer USA Vice President of Sales Steven Baier demonstrates the use of the company's Vio Linear tool presetter during Westec 2023 held in Long Beach, California, in November.

Matt Silva, Allied Machine & Engineering's field sales engineer for Southern California, highlights the company's Wohlhaupter boring system as well as a range of other products on display at the Allied booth during Westec 2023 held in Long Beach, California, in November.