Milling Cutter For Increased Chip Evacuation
The Z-Plunge milling cutter from Kennametal is suited for aerospace, die and mold and general engineering applications. The cutter is designed to increase chip evacuation and productivity. Four cutting edges per insert offer good economy, the company says.

Proper Tool Management Pays Dividends
Tracking and managing tool inventory can be an important factor in keeping costs low and setup times short. By implementing ToolBoss, an automated inventory control system from Kennametal, this shop completely overhauled its approach to tool management.

How To Machine Composites, Part 4 -- Drilling Composites
Achieving acceptable tool life and hole quality in a material such as CFRP demands a drill designed with composites in mind.

ECM System Deburrs, Smoothes And Polishes
The CoolPulse ECM machine developed by Extrude Hone removes internal and external micro-burrs from metallic components, while also smoothing and polishing surfaces. The machine has been designed for two different modes of operation, with rapid selective change-over from one to the other. The ECM system is designed