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Making a Name in Sport Fishing
By using shrink fit technology from Haimer, one of the few remaining U.S.-based manufacturers of sport fishing reels not only competes, but excels in the competitive global marketplace. Here’s how they do it.
How to Increase Productivity, Security and Finish in Long Overhang Machining
The upgraded Silent Tools milling adapters from Sandvik Coromant offer greater metal removal rates and reduced vibration wherever long, slender milling tools are used.
Get Smart: Smart Damper for Turning, Cutting Data App for Smartphones and Tablets
A heavyweight, strengthened damping mechanism integrated into the tool holder of the Smart Damper boring bar from BIG KAISER functions as a dynamic counter and friction damper for lathe applications, while their Boring App provides extremely precise cutting data for assembling and running boring tools.
Drill Systems and Tool Simulator Reduce Downtime, Lower Cost Per Hole
Original T-A drill systems and Tool-Architect software from Allied Machine & Engineering are ideal for automotive holemaking in engine blocks, crankshafts, pistons, and suspension parts.
Seco Announces Two Key Product Team Changes
Olivier Branget joins their North American Applications Engineering group and Aaron Eller is promoted to a product manager for ISO Turning and Advanced Materials.
SCHUNK Opens Service and Technology Center in Houston
Their new Houston Tec-Center is fully equipped for process demonstrations, application support, and repair or service.
Strong Arm with Machining Units
These machining units from Suhner are used with strong arm robots that perform drilling operations for mild steel.
BIG DAISHOWA Constructs New Logistics Center
This state-of-the-art facility is equipped with an advanced material handling system run by unmanned forklifts, inspection systems, and robotic stacking of tooling on pallets for shipment.
High School Machining Program Receives Unique Donation
BIG KAISER donates a one-of-a-kind Speroni tool management system to the Precision Machining program at Plymouth Community Schools in Indiana.
Modular Clamping System Reduces Setup Time, Increases Machine Utilization
The FCS Modular Clamping System (Breyl) from SST uses virtual design during the CAD/CAM stage of part production to project a grid on the workpiece and calculate the best way to attach the part for machining and chip evacuation.
BIG KAISER and Team Penske Form Technical Alliance
Team Penske will now use BIG KAISER technology for machining parts for their Ford Fusions and Mustangs used in NASCAR racing.
Tools, Holders and Runout: Uncover the Hidden Savings
Runout can be fickle, but finding a solution for it can pay significant dividends. Here are some insights into how much a little wobble can really increase your costs.