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Supply Chain 19 Jul 2022

2022 Sourcing & Technology Guide: Cutting Tools

Cutting tools are used on machine tools to cut metal, and are one component of the overall mold machining process to consider when looking to improve speeds, feeds, wear and surface finish.

Machining 15 Jul 2022

Flexible Five-Axis Machine Ideal for Lights-Out Manufacturing

At IMTS 2022, Kitamura Machinery is revealing its all new MedCenter5AX simultaneous five-axis machining center with high precision and rigidity, enabling an automated production process.

Machining 14 Jul 2022

2022 Sourcing & Technology Guide: Machining

Machining (via the machine tool and cutting tool) shapes metal workpieces. Understanding both traditional and advanced machining techniques is critical to overcoming the various dimensional and finish challenges.

Machining 13 Jul 2022

Vertical Machining Center Connects the User to the Control

Powered by a Siemens Sinumerik One control, TRAK VMCsi machine at IMTS 2022 attains fast feeds, optimized part finishes and higher productivity for the everyday mold builder.

Supply Chain 13 Jul 2022

2022 Sourcing & Technology Guide: EDM

EDM refers to wire, sinker and small-hole electrical discharge machining. Components include drives, generators, programming, flushing, wires, electrodes, graphite, filters and fluids.

Supply Chain 12 Jul 2022

2022 Sourcing & Technology Guide: Additive Manufacturing

3D printing, or additive manufacturing, simplifies the moldmaking process by making mold inserts, mold components, end-use parts and ancillary equipment.

Cutting Tools 11 Jul 2022

Ball-End Tool Contours, Chamfers and Finishes in One Pass for Most Materials

The new IMCO Carbide Tool Pow•R•Arc end mill, to be shown at IMTS 2022, emphasizes speed for moldmakers. The cutter is able to run and increase feed rates to machine one’s mold up to five times faster than a four-flute tool.

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