Optimum machining for tough materials Walter reveals how its milling tools are helping to set new standards in the aviation industry. Aerospace Manufacturing reports. The aviation industry is among the pioneers in the new…
New approaches to familiar engine manufacturing challenges It’s surprising how many traditional manufacturing processes are still applied in one of the most dynamic industries in the world. In the aerospace industry, new opportunities are emerging alongside fresh…
Zünd announces DLC-coated routers to improve efficiency Zünd is bringing to market new, diamond-like carbon (DLC) coated router bits. The coating reduces friction and increases wear resistance, thereby delivering very high-quality results as well as better performance…
CGTech to demonstrate VERICUT technology at GTMA event CGTech will be showcasing how its VERICUT technology will help manufacturers to meet demands for efficiency and realise a competitive advantage, at an event in the summer. The latest version…
Going further, together Mike Richardson hears how composite tooling specialist, Cajero stays at the leading edge of the latest technology with a workforce whose minds are kept as sharp as the cutting tools…
Horn expands its DTM lightweight milling system Horn has expanded its DTM lightweight milling system to include two new versions. DTM.CX09 arbour milling cutters are designed as roughing tools for use in machining applications that involve high…
Collaboration and investment lead to growth at T&T Precision When brothers Victor and Finbarr Twohig created T&T Precision back in 1996 it was in a rented barn no bigger than their current reception area, with a manual lathe, mill,…
Horn extends DTM face milling cutter system Horn has expanded its DTM lightweight milling system to include two new versions. DTM.CX09 arbour milling cutters are designed as roughing tools for use in machining applications that involve high…
Sumitomo unveils ‘global standard’ endmill and slot drill range Extending its range of solid carbide endmills and slot drills defined by Sumitomo Electric Hardmetal as its ‘Global Standard’, the GSX MILL Series is now available. The latest milling cutters…
The need for speed beats the heat Cutting tool specialist, Walter AG explains how the machining of heat-resistant super alloys can be achieved with the same feed rates as aluminium. Walter’s aerospace component manager, Stefan Benkóczy reports. …
Partners hail Lunch & Learn event success How do you get more than 30 of the UK’s top aerospace manufacturing and machining people to take time out from their business? Spending five hours away from the facility…
Top grades for hard-part turning Sandvik Coromant is set to release two new grades for interrupted hard-part turning operations, CB7125 and CB7135. The latest Sandvik Coromant grades provide the ability to perform medium-to-heavy interrupted cuts…
New side milling cutter from Horn A new, tangential milling system launched by Horn is said to be the first ever side mill to deploy six effective cutting inserts. The patented system offers positive cutting and…
New milling grade boosts productivity Ceratizit Group introduces a new milling grade targeting heat-resistant nickel-based alloys. Often described as difficult to machine, these materials pose challenges to those involved in their machining, with particular emphasis…
Horn unleashes CBN-tipped cutting inserts The 315 system from Horn for internal and external grooving has gained a new range of single-edged, CBN-tipped inserts suitable for hard machining applications. They are available for producing grooves…
New internal grooving systems German tooling manufacturer, Horn, has introduced two grooving systems for internal machining of bores. System 209 is intended for bores of diameter 16mm and above, while system 216 machines bores…
Achieving the best of both worlds Versatility has become a necessity for modern cutting tools, but should this requirement compromise a quality end product? Milling cutters, for example, which can support roughing to finishing applications in…
Iscar LOGIQ ready for take-off Launched earlier this year, the Iscar LOGIQ range of cutting tools has already caused a major stir in the UK aerospace manufacturing sector. As the comprehensive Iscar LOGIQ range provides…
ARNO rebrands H.B. Rouse product range ARNO Werkzeuge USA, the high-precision manufacturer of cutting tools and inserts for CNC machine tools and Swiss-style turning machines has reintroduced the H.B. Rouse brand of American-made, carbide cutting tools…
The composite cutting craft In this Q&A, Dr Peter Müller-Hummel, senior manager business development aerospace and composites at Mapal, discusses with Ed Hill Hihow the company has developed new tools for drilling holes in…
The right tool for the right job! Mike Richardson hears how tooling specialist, M.A. Ford adapts and develops its cutting tools to meet the growing needs of the composites manufacturing sector. With significant investment in UK manufacturing…
A hole new ballgame! Seco’s new range of Feedmax-P solid carbide drills are said to provide component manufacturers with increased productivity (up to 35% higher) and improved tool life when machining ISO P (steel)…
First class endmills for aerospace To enhance milling performance on ISO S materials, cutting tool and tooling system specialist Sandvik Coromant is introducing a series of end mills featuring unique geometries and grades. The CoroMill…
Tapping out the benefits for aerospace manufacturers In response to strong demand for reliable machining solutions in the aerospace industry, cutting tool and tooling system specialist Sandvik Coromant has launched new tapping and thread milling tools for…
