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Cutting tools and toolholders
Precision cutting diamond jointing head for edgebanders
The WhisperCut low-weight PCD jointing head for edgebanders from Leitz is said to be the first to utilize field replaceable/sharpenable precision diamond inserts.
It features an aluminum alloy cutter body that reduces machine spindle…
Device makes the clamping of drilling tools easier
The ServoLock system from Weinig is said to make the clamping of drilling tools more convenient.
Previously, a spindle nut would have to be loosened and tightened with a combination wrench.
Handling such a key is awkward because the…
Production management software for cabinetmakers
The latest version of WorkPLAN ERP, a software platform from Vero Software, has been developed for the specific requirements of production management, in terms of mobility and rapidity from the design phase of a project to delivery of the…
Solid carbide tooling series expanded
Vortex Tool Company has expanded the XP “Xtreme Performance” series of solid carbide tooling.
The tool is said to feature precise cutting ability and long life, the result of extensive testing performed at the company on its own CNC test…
Grip holders speed up tool changes
CNC Automation has announced the Hydrogrip Deluxe Kit with case, suitable for ISO30 spindles in Therwood machines. The kit includes a ½ in. and ¾ in. Hydro-Grip G2T holder, as well as a 3/8 in. and ¼ in. reduction sleeve. The holders are…
Aggregate heads gain access to unusual machining angles
Benz aggregate heads and right angle heads are available in a number of single- and dual-spindle configurations. Aggregate head benefits include X-Line Gear technology to offer longer tool life, higher rigidity and accuracy, the company…
Tool selection guide app make calculations
A tool selection guide app for mobile devices has been introduced by Vortex Tool Company.
Input the type of material being cut, the horsepower of the CNC machine, the tool diameter, the thickness of material and the type of cut desired,…
Router bits allow for multiple sharpening
Amana Tool router bits feature European sub-micrograin and micrograin carbide, thick enough for multiple sharpening.
Different carbide grades for different materials and silver induction brazing for maximum carbide bonding strength are…
Flooring cutter tooling heads
Charles G. G. Schmidt has added in-house machinery to be able to manufacture and offer tooling to manufacturers of flooring using HSK power lock machines.
Tools can be made to their industry standard profile or a custom profile.
These…
Tooling series includes roughers and chippers
Vortex Tool Company has announced Series 9000 tooling that includes roughers and chipbreakers.
Series 9000 and 9100 three-flute low helix roughers are designed for high-feed rates on CNC routers and are used when surface finish is not…
Adjustable right angle tooling head
The Flex 5 model from Benz is an adjustable right angle tooling head that allows the operator to set the desired output angle manually.
In most cases, the company says, this is done before the aggregate head is inserted into the tool…
CNC tool grinder operates on CAD drawings
The Rondamat 1000 CNC from Weinig grinds and sharpens tools fully automatically.
A CAD drawing created by the Moulder Master program provides the basis for producing accurate profiles on the moulder.
The program links together the…
Hollow mortising chisels and bits
Charles G. G. Schmidt & Company has announced seven standard sizes plus two rectangular sizes of chisels and bits made from quality tool steels.
Requiring less horsepower, the tools are said to produce extra clean cuts in hard and…
App assists in cutting tool selection
Vortex Tool Company has developed a Tool Selection Guide App to simplify tool selection based on your cutting needs.
Users input the type of material being cut, the horsepower of the CNC machine, the tool diameter, the thickness of…
CNC router covers five axes
The MultiCam 8000 series 5-axis CNC routers offer a broad range of standard table sizes and Z-axis open-height configurations.
Designed for high-speed, heavy-duty routing, the machines are said to be easy to configure to meet…
Manual notching machine
Hoffman USA has introduced the MORSO NM manual notching machine. The NM is manually operated, standard-duty notching machine for the production of beaded face-frames, French-mitered cabinet doors as well as muntin and mullion joints.
The…
Get an edge
Royce/AYR’s PCD or Insert Cutter Assembly mounted on a CUBIT Hydro sleeve has a completely enclosed, dust-free adjustment system. The micro-adjust allows fast, precision changes for tongue or groove. You can make tool adjustments without…
The new breed
Wintersteiger calls the new DSG Notum its “next generation” of frame saws. Features include a magazine for continuous feed of wood blocks; a double planer; and a touch-screen display. The electrically controlled down-pressure system makes…