American Machinist Weekly Update

Forward-Looking Grinding Technologies

United Grinding Group presented nine new grinding systems for manufacturers of tools, dies, couplings, and other precision parts – with an emphasis on expansion opportunities in sectors marked for growth.

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Cutting Tool Demand Weakening, Again

July consumption figures reveal consumption fell -8.5% from June to July, and more than -20% YTD, as U.S. manufacturers seek to steady their tool inventories for an uncertain economic rebound.

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Machine Tool Orders Show Market is "Stabilizing"

New orders for metal-cutting and -forming machinery totaled $337.5 million in July, with demand strengthening in automotive and medical equipment sectors.

Evaluating the Value of Software by Subscription

A provider for program software for signmaking, wide-format digital printing, and CNC machining began offering software by subscription six years ago. North American sales director E.J. Nodurft described the decision, and the results.

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Skills Training and Confidence Building

The Advanced Manufacturing Center at Stark State College gives students the information and ability they will need for careers in CNC programming and machine-tool operating, along with a love of the work they do.

Cutter Exceeds Face-Milling Surface Requirements

For gray iron and CGI, Kennametal's new flexible, cost-effective and user-friendly milling cutter is ideal for any type of CNC machining center.

Workshop-Oriented Turning Control

Developed for lathe machining, TURNPWR maximizes throughput by reducing set-up time, scrap, and other non-productive operations, increasing efficiency, productivity, and profitability.

Gantry Tool Storage and Management Software

Fastems' new releases are designed to increase manufacturing efficiency, enhance ergonomics, and improve overall user experience.