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New Pig details OSHA guidance on where flammable storage cabinets can be located.

Insufficient machine or process stability causes poor tool life and inconsistent workpiece quality. The Seco JSE510 solid end mills can increase milling security and tool life thanks to its irregular tooth pitch, progressive helix, and optimized flute configurations.

Experts at Lenox say extending bandsaw blade life is all about fundamentals, including proper break-in, the right speed and feed settings, clean lubrication and consistent maintenance.

In this episode of MSC Industrial Supply’s How To series, host Jacob Sanchez heads to Lenox to learn how to minimize downtime in your shop with smarter bandsaw maintenance and a proactive approach to equipment care.

In this episode of Tooling Up from MSC Industrial Supply, host Toni Neary welcomes back Brian Moseley, Technical Manager at SHOWA, to explore how next-generation metalworking gloves are redefining safety and performance. Brian breaks down the three key factors in glove design—cut resistance, grip, and comfort—and how SHOWA’s advanced materials and coatings deliver all three without compromise.

Lockout Tagout (LOTO) is a system that prevents the unexpected start-up of equipment or machinery during service or maintenance procedures. A successful lockout/tagout program safeguards workers from injury by blocking incoming energy and releasing stored energy, making it impossible for devices to turn on, run or move.

In this episode of Tooling Up from MSC Industrial Supply, host Toni Neary is joined by Paul Larson, Product Manager at Guhring Inc., to discuss the benefits of synchronized tapping chucks and the advanced GuhroSync tool holder.

A U.S.-based aircraft components manufacturer that produces fuselages, pylons, nacelles, and wing elements for commercial and defense aircraft needed to find ways to improve productivity in their plants and decrease costs.

Foam in metalworking fluids increases costs, wears tools faster, and reduces part quality. Simple adjustments and proper maintenance can keep machines running smoothly and minimize downtime.

Trying to decide between composite and steel toe caps in your safety footwear? Here are several factors to consider.

Flammable and combustible are terms used to describe how easily a liquid ignites. While we usually use the term to describe liquids, it is not the liquid that burns – it’s the vapor given off by the liquid. So, what is the difference between flammable and combustible?

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