A Practical Tutorial on High-speed Tool Holders High-speed machining started getting popular in the ‘90s, especially in aerospace where they replaced fabricating processes with machining monolithic parts like wing struts from billets. Machine tools capable of spinning cutting tools at tens of thousands of RPM made it easier to produce these parts quickly. Like machines,…
10 Reasons Twin Boring is Better for Holemaking than Helical Interpolation Anyone who’s made holes understands the difficulties that can arise: vibration, wander and even breakage. When it comes to production-level volume, these issues become even more limiting. Many turn to helical interpolation with a mill as a reliable way to rough out holes. We’re…
Abrasives can be very useful tools. From performing large functions such as cutting and grinding to putting the final touches on a project with finishing discs, abrasives can be crucial to some projects. However, if the proper safety procedures aren’t followed, the consequences can be devastating.
Think about your current vendor(s) that supply you with Maintenance, Repair and Operations products. Seriously, pause for a minute and think. Their products and services are vital to your business operations.
Chemicals for Your Electronics It’s such a frequent problem in vehicles, it’s practically a cliché. It usually happens in winter, but the moment can strike anytime, ruining your day. You turn the key and … nothing. Nothing happens other than a series of clicking sounds. You’ve got an electrical problem, and your vehicle isn’t going…
Kimball Midwest is known for its superior products and the superior service that go along with them. But in case you are unfamiliar with some of our top products, we’ve created a list for you to explore some of the great options you might be missing out on.
There are a lot of things you can fix with instant adhesive – in fact, your shop and your home should never be without it. But not all these instant adhesives are alike. In most cases, it won’t bond reliably unless your materials are clean, dry and free of oil or grease. Sometimes, that’s easier…
Winter is here, but many parts of the United States already have seen wintry conditions, in some cases for months. But even if winter’s cold, ice and snow already have made an appearance in your area, it’s not too late to take some precautionary steps to prepare your fleet for the winter months ahead.
Despite the many safety measures required by law, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports there were 5,190 fatal work injuries in the United States in 2021.
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