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How the Right Offline Tool Presetter Affects a Shop
The old saying “it won’t make chips – not worth it” doesn’t apply anymore. Considering the accelerating pace of change in technology and the relentless competition your shop faces, how can you possibly afford not to use a presetter?
Dealing with Confidentiality Agreements
Because customers, suppliers and employees change more frequently than in the past, the use of Confidentiality Agreements is growing as manufacturers protect their intellectual property in materials development, automation, fabrication and machining processes, and other trade secrets that are not patented. Here are some points to consider when asking for and receiving protection under Confidentiality Agreements.
Hyde IBS Names Supply Chain Director
Lynn Henchey will lead their supplier and material procurement teams.
Haimer and Melin Tool Sign Licensing Agreement
Melin Tool now offers their end mills to the U.S. market with the Haimer Safe-Lock System.
Cutting Tool Data Exchange is Now Public
CAM and PLM software users can now access and share tool classification, class drawings and pictures through the Generic Tool Catalog.
Taylor & Jones Gears Up for Growth
They receive fresh funding from Reparo Finance and equity investment and management support from the team behind Atkinson Walker Saws.
Removing Restrictions on Grade 12 Titanium Applications
ITA moves to open its use in valves, pipes, fittings and heat exchangers in oil and gas applications.
Walter Launches Abrasives App for Smartphones
The free app is designed to help metalworking professionals select the optimum abrasive solution.
Meister Abrasives Expands Manufacturing in U.S.
Their new CNC system will reduce lead times for large grinding wheels by up to 40 percent.
U.S. Cutting Tool Orders Remain Soft
The $156.5 million in December orders remained flat from the month before.
