MMC Hitachi Tools has increased the efficiency of the milling processes at Harting. Both cost and time were saved by employing the right strategies at the company for the grinding of valves.

At EMO, GF Machining Solutions presented its new Agie Charmilles Cut P 550 Pro wire-cutting EDM solution with its new and easy-to-use interface. Visitors got a closer look at the machine, to be launched in mid-2020.

Suppliers to the oil, gas and power generation industries are no different to companies involved in any other supply chain — they need to constantly work smarter, quicker and more cost-effectively.

Having recognised the advanced possibilities offered by additive manufacturing, Paul Horn, now adopts this method to produce the company's tools, using the selective laser melting process.

Switzerland – GF Machining Solutions recently celebrated the inaugurated of its new innovation and production centre in Biel, Switzerland, with more than 300 guests.

The demands for miniature dental and medical components present a specific challenge for cutting tool manufacturers. Iscar has designed tools for this sector.

USA/Germany – Leading global materials science company, Hyperion Materials & Technologies Inc., has recently announced the acquisition of Arno Friedrichs Hartmetall GmbH and its affiliates (AFC).

Japan-based hard-drilling expert Iwata Tool has developed a solution that eliminates the need to move workpieces between machines.

Cutting tool expert Union Tool leads in the domain of hard milling. Here, the Japanese manufacturer demonstrates the optimal way of milling a solid block of 1.2344 steel, tempered to 54HRC to 100mm from each side.

Walter Ewag UK, belonging to the United Grinding Group, has appointed Jonathan Hamilton as machine sales manager.