Norton introduces their new 4 ½″ Vortex RapidPrep surface conditioning flap disc. The Vortex material incorporates their high-performing patented grain which lets you remove more material and polish to a finer finish in less steps.

Robotized and CNC cut-off and grinding operations put new demands on metalcasters – and particularly on the abrasive materials they select to provide process consistency, safety, and reliability.

Norton has a long history of innovations in the product development of abrasive products. Recently, they improved on the zirconia alumina abrasive grain their “New Blue” series.

Although high-quality toolholders have reached the right level of performance to meet the needs of today’s manufacturers, the smart factory of tomorrow demands an even higher level. 

Most machine shops need outside expertise to overcome obstacles to modernization, from insufficient institutional know-how to a shortage of cash for equipment upgrades. The Manufacturing Extension Partnership can help.

The age of the smart factory has arrived. Adopting smart manufacturing practices may be required for businesses hoping to prosper in the Industry 4.0 world. Are you ready for it?

In this episode of MSC's Tooling Up, Eddie Saunders Jr., MSC Expert Host, is joined by Brian Hamil, VP Product Development at Kyocera SGS Precision Tools, Inc. for a real-time discussion around how you can reduce cycle times with the HI-PERCARB® 143M-S High-Performance Drill.

OSG's HY-PRO® CARB VGM is a series of variable geometry end mills for dynamic milling ideal in steel and stainless steel.

OSG's HY-PRO® CARB VGM end mill is a series of variable geometry end mills for dynamic milling ideal in steel and stainless steel.

In this episode of MSC's Tooling Up Eddie Saunders Jr., MSC Expert Host, is joined by Kevin O'Keefe, Sr. Engineering Manager for Carbide R&D at Lenox, to discuss innovative bandsaw blade products that allow end users to cut faster, cut longer, be more efficient, and increase productivity.