The shift to Hypermill Release 2023 makes the CAD/CAM suite from Open Mind Technologies more powerful and introduces innovative functions. Not only does the software load faster, but the calculation time of tool paths was able to be accelerated as well. In addition, the “General Transformation Pattern” function assures that users save time when machining recurring geometries.

Gühring has expanded its grooving and parting-off to include a new grade with a blade width of 3 mm for parting-off stainless steel materials. The System 222 expansion adds to the existing indexable inserts for steel materials.

With the new HU3, HU5 and HU7 geometries, Walter is completing its range of indexable turning inserts for heavy-duty roughing operations. The ‘H’ designation is for the negative, single-sided and therefore highly stable inserts, standing for ‘Heavy (Roughing)’, while the ‘U’ refers to their universal use. Each of the three new geometries has specific features making them suitable for different applications.

With the new TC130 HSS-E Supreme tap, Walter is launching a premium tool for blind-hole tapping that combines many different features. The new TC130 Supreme tap incorporates straight grooves to produce short chips, resulting in high process reliability.

CAD/CAM innovator Cambrio announced the release of Gibbs CAM 2023. New developments continue the focus on core capabilities, while introducing new technology in collaboration with Sandvik Coromant.

For the precision cutting of components and slots, Floyd Automatic Tooling has now introduced the new Nutex Star Mini system that complements the existing line of Nutex saws. The latest addition to this system now incorporates a powerful interface with small shank diameters that helps to extend the application possibilities.

Under its joint sales cooperation with Austrian ISO tooling company Boehlerit, German cutting tool manufacturer Horn is offering customers the former's new Quattrotec tool system. Due to the special design, four machining operations can be performed with low vibration using just one tool — drilling into solid material (including off-centre), boring, facing and longitudinal turning.

Cutting tool specialist Tungaloy UK has launched the new Add-Do-Feed Series. Developed for high feed milling on small parts, the new line exceeds the cost efficiencies and productivity benefits of the Do-Feed solutions, the company states.

In mould construction economics, the number of vents for mould venting is often overlooked. However, to produce quality parts and avoid defects, mould venting is crucial. Failing to produce adequate mould venting can lead to poorly finished parts.

Cutting tools are the be-all and end-all of tool and mould making. Since efficiency and quality requirements in this industry are constantly increasing, suppliers respond with tools that are highly specialised to meet the demands of diverse customer applications.