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  23. <title>Wire EDM Punches: Don’t Mess Up Your Skim Cuts &#038; Tabs</title>
  24. <link>https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wire-edm-punches-dont-mess-up-your-skim-cuts-tabs/</link>
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  28. <pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2025 20:00:59 +0000</pubDate>
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  34. <description><![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Learn-to-Burn-YT-thumbnails_Ron-700x394.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Learn-to-Burn-YT-thumbnails_Ron-700x394.jpg 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Learn-to-Burn-YT-thumbnails_Ron-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Learn-to-Burn-YT-thumbnails_Ron-768x432.jpg 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Learn-to-Burn-YT-thumbnails_Ron-120x68.jpg 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Learn-to-Burn-YT-thumbnails_Ron.jpg 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" loading="eager" />Mess up a skim cut? Put a tab in the wrong place? Boom — that punch is scrap. In this episode of Learn to Burn, Ron breaks down the little details in...</p>
  35. <p>The post <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wire-edm-punches-dont-mess-up-your-skim-cuts-tabs/" data-wpel-link="internal">Wire EDM Punches: Don’t Mess Up Your Skim Cuts &#038; Tabs</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com" data-wpel-link="internal">Practical Machinist</a>.</p>
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  38. <p>Mess up a skim cut? Put a tab in the wrong place? Boom — that punch is scrap.<br />
  39. In this episode of Learn to Burn, Ron breaks down the little details in wire EDM programming that can save your parts (and your sanity).</p>
  40. <p>Ron takes you step by step through how he programs punches — from start points to skim cuts, tabs, and toolpath direction — and shows what actually happens when things go wrong. You’ll see why a tab can leave a nasty bump on the radius, and how a few quick changes keep your punches clean, accurate, and ready to drop into the die.</p>
  41. <p>The post <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wire-edm-punches-dont-mess-up-your-skim-cuts-tabs/" data-wpel-link="internal">Wire EDM Punches: Don’t Mess Up Your Skim Cuts &#038; Tabs</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com" data-wpel-link="internal">Practical Machinist</a>.</p>
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  50. <title>What’s the Secret Sauce for a Smoother Shop? Hint: It’s Not Just Coolant</title>
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  55. <pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2025 18:00:32 +0000</pubDate>
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  61. <description><![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/The-Impractical-Machinists-Podcast-2-700x394.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/The-Impractical-Machinists-Podcast-2-700x394.jpg 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/The-Impractical-Machinists-Podcast-2-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/The-Impractical-Machinists-Podcast-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/The-Impractical-Machinists-Podcast-2-120x68.jpg 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/The-Impractical-Machinists-Podcast-2.jpg 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" loading="eager" />Running a machine shop means juggling jobs, customers, employees, and the unexpected—usually all at once. For years, Sam Stewart of Monarch Manufacturing tried to...</p>
  62. <p>The post <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/whats-the-secret-sauce-for-a-smoother-shop-hint-its-not-just-coolant/" data-wpel-link="internal">What’s the Secret Sauce for a Smoother Shop? Hint: It’s Not Just Coolant</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com" data-wpel-link="internal">Practical Machinist</a>.</p>
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  65. <p>Running a machine shop means juggling jobs, customers, employees, and the unexpected—usually all at once. For years, Sam Stewart of Monarch Manufacturing tried to keep everything in his head and on scattered spreadsheets. But as his shop grew, so did the chaos.</p>
  66. <p>In this episode of the Impractical Machinists Podcast, Sam Stuard joins us to share how implementing an ERP system from ECI gave him something every shop owner craves: control, visibility, and peace of mind. With the system in place, Sam’s team gained clarity on scheduling, job tracking, and profitability—while customers got more transparency and confidence in the work being done.</p>
  67. <p>Sam opens up about what life was like before ERP, the lessons learned while scaling a shop, and how freeing himself from constant firefighting changed the way his business runs. If you’ve ever wondered whether an ERP system could actually make a difference in a small-to-mid-sized shop, this conversation is a real-world look at how it can transform not just operations—but the day-to-day life of an owner.</p>
  68. <p>The post <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/whats-the-secret-sauce-for-a-smoother-shop-hint-its-not-just-coolant/" data-wpel-link="internal">What’s the Secret Sauce for a Smoother Shop? Hint: It’s Not Just Coolant</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com" data-wpel-link="internal">Practical Machinist</a>.</p>
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  77. <title>Keyence IM-X1000</title>
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  87. <description><![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-15-at-5.48.52-PM-700x615.png" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-15-at-5.48.52-PM-700x615.png 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-15-at-5.48.52-PM-250x220.png 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-15-at-5.48.52-PM-768x674.png 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-15-at-5.48.52-PM-120x105.png 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-15-at-5.48.52-PM.png 788w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" loading="eager" />From general purpose optical comparator applications to multisensor measurement, combining optical, probe, laser and rotational measurement to deliver comprehensive inspection. Even large parts are now...</p>
  88. <p>The post <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/keyence-im-x1000/" data-wpel-link="internal">Keyence IM-X1000</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com" data-wpel-link="internal">Practical Machinist</a>.</p>
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  90. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-15-at-5.48.52-PM-700x615.png" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-15-at-5.48.52-PM-700x615.png 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-15-at-5.48.52-PM-250x220.png 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-15-at-5.48.52-PM-768x674.png 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-15-at-5.48.52-PM-120x105.png 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-15-at-5.48.52-PM.png 788w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" loading="eager" /><p>Keyence launches the IM-X1000 Series, the latest generation of the Instant Measurement System lineup, as a modular system designed to meet your inspection needs. Measure up to 5,000 dimensions now in as little as 1 second with the push of a button. The IM-X Series features a new ultra-wide large stage, multisensor measurement capabilities, and a world-first function to automate challenging and time-consuming part programming.</p>
  91. <p><a href="http://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-15-at-5.48.52-PM.png" data-wpel-link="internal"><img decoding="async" class="wp-image-304603 aligncenter" src="http://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-15-at-5.48.52-PM-250x220.png" alt="" width="505" height="444" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-15-at-5.48.52-PM-250x220.png 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-15-at-5.48.52-PM-700x615.png 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-15-at-5.48.52-PM-768x674.png 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-15-at-5.48.52-PM-120x105.png 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-15-at-5.48.52-PM.png 788w" sizes="(max-width: 505px) 100vw, 505px" /></a></p>
  92. <p>Fast, easy and accurate measurements to significantly reduce inspection time remains the core focus of the system, but with increased capabilities. The IM-X allows up to 20 different stage and camera combinations to build the measurement system that’s right for your work. From general purpose optical comparator applications to multisensor measurement, combining optical, probe, laser and rotational measurement to deliver comprehensive inspection. Even large parts are now possible with an increased measurement range of up to 16” x 20” – 3.3x the measurement area of previous generations. By encompassing a wide range of part sizes with a diverse array of measurement tools, this all-in-one system helps to streamline your quality control process.</p>
  93. <p>Programming has also been innovated to further enhance efficiency with the ability to import drawings to automatically create programs. By importing CAD, PDF, JPEG and even paper drawings, you can simply select your critical dimensions, design values, and tolerances to create a program. The IM-X also uses a programming A.I. tool called Smart Assist that auto-adjusts focus, light, and edge extraction settings to eliminate guesswork and constant manual tweaks. Get expert level programming and optimal performance even with no prior optical metrology experience.</p>
  94. <p>With the IM-X Series, fully inspect parts with the push of a button and save time, ensure product quality, reduce scrap and rework, remove bottlenecks, and enable continuous improvement.</p>
  95. <p>The post <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/keyence-im-x1000/" data-wpel-link="internal">Keyence IM-X1000</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com" data-wpel-link="internal">Practical Machinist</a>.</p>
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  104. <title>EMUGE-FRANKEN USA Donates American Made End Mills to Utah Tech Modern Machining Program</title>
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  114. <description><![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250424_165028736-1-700x932.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250424_165028736-1-700x932.jpg 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250424_165028736-1-250x333.jpg 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250424_165028736-1-768x1023.jpg 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250424_165028736-1-1153x1536.jpg 1153w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250424_165028736-1-120x160.jpg 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250424_165028736-1.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" loading="eager" />The Modern Machining course takes a deep dive into the thermodynamics, kinematics, and materials science of...</p>
  115. <p>The post <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/emuge-franken-usa-donates-american-made-end-mills-to-utah-tech-modern-machining-program/" data-wpel-link="internal">EMUGE-FRANKEN USA Donates American Made End Mills to Utah Tech Modern Machining Program</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com" data-wpel-link="internal">Practical Machinist</a>.</p>
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  117. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250424_165028736-1-700x932.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250424_165028736-1-700x932.jpg 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250424_165028736-1-250x333.jpg 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250424_165028736-1-768x1023.jpg 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250424_165028736-1-1153x1536.jpg 1153w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250424_165028736-1-120x160.jpg 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250424_165028736-1.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" loading="eager" /><p><em>West Boylston, MA –</em><em> </em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.emuge-franken-group.com" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external">EMUGE-FRANKEN USA</a></span>, a leading manufacturer of high-performance end mills, taps, thread mills, drills, gages, tool holders, and now standard workholding, has donated EMUGE Made in the U.S.A. TOP-Cut VAR End Mills to Utah Tech University for its <em>Modern Machining </em>course, reaffirming its commitment to help grow a skilled workforce in America. Multi-purpose, high performance TOP-Cut VAR end mills are industry’s most versatile variable helix carbide tool solution. Undergraduate engineering students are able to gain first-hand experience using high-performance, industry-leading cutting tools and applying best-practice machining techniques, help to hone their critical thinking skills and prepare them for a career in the manufacturing industry.</p>
  118. <div id="attachment_304595" style="width: 319px" class="wp-caption alignright"><a href="http://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250424_165028736-1.jpg" data-wpel-link="internal"><img decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-304595" class="wp-image-304595" src="http://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250424_165028736-1-250x333.jpg" alt="" width="309" height="412" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250424_165028736-1-250x333.jpg 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250424_165028736-1-700x932.jpg 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250424_165028736-1-768x1023.jpg 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250424_165028736-1-1153x1536.jpg 1153w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250424_165028736-1-120x160.jpg 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250424_165028736-1.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 309px) 100vw, 309px" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-304595" class="wp-caption-text">EMUGE TOP-Cut VAR End Mills machine titanium propellors.</p></div>
  119. <p>The <em>Modern Machining</em> course takes a deep dive into the thermodynamics, kinematics, and materials science of machining processes intended to modernize education about machining, and to build a new generation of machining scientists. Andrew Schiller, Instructor in the Practice of Engineering at Utah Tech University, said, “Some of these students will go on to work in the machining industry and push the boundaries of what machining can accomplish, but their journey begins with key partners such as EMUGE, that gives students the opportunity to use world-class tools that few undergraduate students ever interact with.”</p>
  120. <div id="attachment_304594" style="width: 260px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><a href="http://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250408_161644916.MP-1.jpg" data-wpel-link="internal"><img decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-304594" class="wp-image-304594 size-medium" src="http://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250408_161644916.MP-1-250x333.jpg" alt="" width="250" height="333" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250408_161644916.MP-1-250x333.jpg 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250408_161644916.MP-1-700x932.jpg 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250408_161644916.MP-1-768x1023.jpg 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250408_161644916.MP-1-1153x1536.jpg 1153w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250408_161644916.MP-1-120x160.jpg 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PXL_20250408_161644916.MP-1.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-304594" class="wp-caption-text">An impeller, machined by engineering students in Utah Tech University&#8217;s Modern Machining course, powers a pedal boat during a race.</p></div>
  121. <p>For a Modern Machining course project, students used the EMUGE TOP-Cut VAR end mills to machine custom titanium impellers — a challenging material and complex blade geometry requiring the right tools, thoughtful workholding, and a strategic, systematic approach. As a class, students learned to work with EMUGE&#8217;s technical support team and literature, establishing cutting parameters and machining strategies to achieve optimal results. Ultimately, the impellers were used in another class where students raced custom-built, electronically driven pedal boats in front of a local crowd of about 900 people.</p>
  122. <p>EMUGE will continue to work with Utah Tech engineering students to test and collect data on a new line of end mills specifically designed for titanium and stainless steel.</p>
  123. <p>For more information about EMUGE Made in the USA TOP-Cut VAR End Mills, <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.emuge-franken-group.com/us/en/top-cut-var---universal-materials/a/Top-CUT%20VAR%20-%20Universal%20Materials" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external">click here</a></span>.</p>
  124. <p>For more information about Utah Tech’s Engineering Department, <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://mech.utahtech.edu/" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external">click here</a></span>.</p>
  125. <p>To see more from Utah Tech’s Fabrication Lab, visit their Instagram <strong>@utahtechfablab </strong>(<span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/utahtechfablab/" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external">https://www.instagram.com/utahtechfablab/</a></span>).</p>
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  135. <title>Walter Introduces the Groov∙tec™ GD UE6 and RE6 Geometries to Eliminate Downtime Caused by Long Chips</title>
  136. <link>https://www.practicalmachinist.com/walter-introduces-the-groov%e2%88%99tec-gd-ue6-and-re6-geometries-to-eliminate-downtime-caused-by-long-chips/</link>
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  145. <description><![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WAL-636-1-700x825.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WAL-636-1-700x825.jpg 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WAL-636-1-250x295.jpg 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WAL-636-1-768x905.jpg 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WAL-636-1-1303x1536.jpg 1303w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WAL-636-1-120x141.jpg 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WAL-636-1.jpg 1527w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" loading="eager" />Both geometries are released as chip breaker options in the Groov∙tec™ GD26 inserts, which are from 3 to 6 mm wide. The...</p>
  146. <p>The post <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/walter-introduces-the-groov%e2%88%99tec-gd-ue6-and-re6-geometries-to-eliminate-downtime-caused-by-long-chips/" data-wpel-link="internal">Walter Introduces the Groov∙tec™ GD UE6 and RE6 Geometries to Eliminate Downtime Caused by Long Chips</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com" data-wpel-link="internal">Practical Machinist</a>.</p>
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  148. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WAL-636-1-700x825.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WAL-636-1-700x825.jpg 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WAL-636-1-250x295.jpg 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WAL-636-1-768x905.jpg 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WAL-636-1-1303x1536.jpg 1303w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WAL-636-1-120x141.jpg 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WAL-636-1.jpg 1527w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" loading="eager" /><p><em>Walter’s two new geometries enable optimum chip control when grooving, parting off and groove turning.</em></p>
  149. <p><em>Greer, SC— </em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.walter-tools.com" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external">Walter</a></span> has introduced the UE6 and RE6 geometries for medium machining. Both geometries are released as chip breaker options in the Groov∙tec<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/16.0.1/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> GD26 inserts, which are from 3 to 6 mm wide. The patent-pending double serration profile of the GD26 insert is decisive for the high stability of the system.</p>
  150. <div id="attachment_304588" style="width: 367px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WAL-636-1.jpg" data-wpel-link="internal"><img decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-304588" class="wp-image-304588" src="http://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WAL-636-1-250x295.jpg" alt="" width="357" height="421" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WAL-636-1-250x295.jpg 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WAL-636-1-700x825.jpg 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WAL-636-1-768x905.jpg 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WAL-636-1-1303x1536.jpg 1303w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WAL-636-1-120x141.jpg 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/WAL-636-1.jpg 1527w" sizes="(max-width: 357px) 100vw, 357px" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-304588" class="wp-caption-text">The Walter Groov·tec<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/16.0.1/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> GD RE6 (top) and UE6 grooving geometries.</p></div>
  151. <p>The new UE6 geometry is another option to the “U”-style universal grooving geometries offered by the Groov∙tec<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/16.0.1/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> GD system. Because it is a universal geometry, it provides effective chip control for all radial and axial grooving, parting-off and groove turning applications.</p>
  152. <p>The UE6 geometry exerts low cutting forces and has an extremely large chip breaking range. Its positive chip breaker groove enables effective chip formation and guides chips out of the groove. A positive, side chip breaker enables a soft cutting action during groove turning.</p>
  153. <p>The RE6 geometry is the full-radius equivalent for an “R”-style radiused insert. The geometry is designed to impart an excellent surface finish and to provide the best chip control, especially for reducing cycle times when dynamic turning. It is effective for radial and axial grooving, copy turning and relief turning.</p>
  154. <p>The 230° included angle of the RE6 geometry is extremely efficient for machining high shoulders and when back turning, which maintains the best chip breaking capabilities during full-radius grooving. A positive, side chip breaker enables a soft cutting action during copy turning.</p>
  155. <p>With both the PVD (WSMxxG) and CVD (WKPxxG) insert grades, the “dynamic duo” UE6 and RE6 geometries are ideally suited for machining all material groups, including steel, cast iron, stainless steel, super alloys and non-ferrous materials</p>
  156. <p>(ISO P, K, M, S and N materials groups).</p>
  157. <p>Walter, a global leader in the metalworking industry for over 100 years, offers a wide range of precision tools for milling, turning, drilling and threading applications. The company helps customers in the aviation and aerospace industries, automotive, energy, and  general metalworking industry improve process reliability and increase productivity. As an innovative partner capable of creating digital process solutions for optimal efficiency, Walter is pioneering Industry 4.0 throughout the machining industry. With Regional Headquarters in Greer, SC, Walter markets its competence brands Walter, Walter Titex, Walter Prototyp and Walter Multiply through a network of channel partners and field engineers across the USA, Canada, Mexico and Brazil. <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.walter-tools.com/us" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external">www.walter-tools.com/us</a>.</span></p>
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  167. <title>UNISIG Promotes Steve Landmann to Vice President of Sales</title>
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  178. <p>The post <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/unisig-promotes-steve-landmann-to-vice-president-of-sales/" data-wpel-link="internal">UNISIG Promotes Steve Landmann to Vice President of Sales</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com" data-wpel-link="internal">Practical Machinist</a>.</p>
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  186. <p><b><em>Menomonee Falls, WI</em> – </b>UNISIG Deep Hole Drilling Systems, a leading global manufacturer of deep hole drilling machines and automation systems, has promoted Steve Landmann to Vice President of Sales.</p>
  187. <p>Landmann has managed UNISIG’s Midwest sales region for over a decade, during which his success has helped strengthen the company’s worldwide reputation for delivering robust, customer-focused solutions to deep hole drilling applications. His unique perspective is shaped by experience in predictive maintenance, machine building, and installation, giving him a deep understanding of customer challenges and long-term needs. In his new role, he will lead UNISIG’s sales team while working closely with management to maintain strong results, anticipate and adapt to evolving customer needs, and reinforce the company’s reputation for professionalism and solution-driven selling in high-value equipment markets.</p>
  188. <p><em>“I’ve worked closely with Steve for more than 10 years and have always been impressed by his advocacy and dedication to our customers, his talent for solving complex problems, and his commitment to advancing UNISIG solutions,” said Anthony Fettig, CEO. “I’m confident he will provide outstanding leadership as he guides our sales team into the future.”</em></p>
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  213. <p><em>“I want UNISIG to lean even more heavily into what has always made us strong—an unwavering focus on the customer. That means putting customer needs, satisfaction, and complete care at the center of everything we do,” said Landmann. “My goal is to drive an almost obsessive customer focus that reinforces UNISIG’s reputation for innovation and solving the most complex deep hole drilling challenges.”</em></p>
  214. <p>Landmann succeeds Jeff Price, who will retire in December, after more than 22 years as Vice President of Sales. Price played a pivotal role in the development of UNISIG, increasing its global footprint in the industry and driving the growth that enabled the company to continually expand its capabilities.</p>
  215. <p><em>“Jeff’s leadership and dedication were instrumental in building UNISIG into the company it is today,” said Fettig. “We thank him for his many contributions and wish him the very best in retirement.”</em></p>
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  246. <description><![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Becoming-a-Practical-Machinist-YT-thumbnail-700x394.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Becoming-a-Practical-Machinist-YT-thumbnail-700x394.jpg 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Becoming-a-Practical-Machinist-YT-thumbnail-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Becoming-a-Practical-Machinist-YT-thumbnail-768x432.jpg 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Becoming-a-Practical-Machinist-YT-thumbnail-120x68.jpg 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Becoming-a-Practical-Machinist-YT-thumbnail.jpg 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" loading="eager" />Few things get a shop buzzing like machine delivery day — and this one’s a big milestone. In this video, Rebecca and Kurtis from Mil-Spec Manufacturing bring you along...</p>
  247. <p>The post <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/what-its-like-getting-a-new-tormach-1500mx/" data-wpel-link="internal">What It’s Like Getting a New Tormach 1500MX</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com" data-wpel-link="internal">Practical Machinist</a>.</p>
  248. ]]></description>
  249. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Becoming-a-Practical-Machinist-YT-thumbnail-700x394.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Becoming-a-Practical-Machinist-YT-thumbnail-700x394.jpg 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Becoming-a-Practical-Machinist-YT-thumbnail-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Becoming-a-Practical-Machinist-YT-thumbnail-768x432.jpg 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Becoming-a-Practical-Machinist-YT-thumbnail-120x68.jpg 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Becoming-a-Practical-Machinist-YT-thumbnail.jpg 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" loading="eager" /><p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/_JHjjWu9Kqc?si=tKx8RRPYiYyoJ4Xs" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p>
  250. <p>Few things get a shop buzzing like machine delivery day — and this one’s a big milestone.</p>
  251. <p>In this video, Rebecca and Kurtis from Mil-Spec Manufacturing bring you along for the arrival of their Tormach 1500MX — from squeezing it through a seven-foot shop door to firing it up for the very first time. You’ll see the full setup and those all-important first chips.</p>
  252. <p>Right away, they dive into what makes a difference in daily shop life: a big touchscreen control, Wi-Fi program transfers, built-in probing, and the small details that save time when you’re hustling on the floor. More than just specs, they show why this machine is a real leap forward for their workflow and product line.</p>
  253. <p> What part of the 1500MX would make the biggest impact in your shop — the probing, automation, or unlocked controls? Let us know below!</p>
  254. <p>The post <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/what-its-like-getting-a-new-tormach-1500mx/" data-wpel-link="internal">What It’s Like Getting a New Tormach 1500MX</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com" data-wpel-link="internal">Practical Machinist</a>.</p>
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  262. <item>
  263. <title>How to Cut PERFECT Threads on a CNC Lathe</title>
  264. <link>https://www.practicalmachinist.com/how-to-cut-perfect-threads-on-a-cnc-lathe/</link>
  265. <comments>https://www.practicalmachinist.com/how-to-cut-perfect-threads-on-a-cnc-lathe/#respond</comments>
  267. <dc:creator><![CDATA[admin]]></dc:creator>
  268. <pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2025 20:00:17 +0000</pubDate>
  269. <category><![CDATA[The Lathe Lab]]></category>
  270. <category><![CDATA[Videos]]></category>
  271. <category><![CDATA[videos]]></category>
  272. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.practicalmachinist.com/?p=301923</guid>
  273.  
  274. <description><![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/The-Lathe-Lab-YT-700x394.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/The-Lathe-Lab-YT-700x394.jpg 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/The-Lathe-Lab-YT-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/The-Lathe-Lab-YT-768x432.jpg 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/The-Lathe-Lab-YT-120x68.jpg 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/The-Lathe-Lab-YT.jpg 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" loading="eager" />Cutting clean threads on a CNC lathe isn’t easy—most of the time they come out sharp, rough, or full of burrs. In this Lathe Lab episode, Luke shares three practical tips that will help you...</p>
  275. <p>The post <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/how-to-cut-perfect-threads-on-a-cnc-lathe/" data-wpel-link="internal">How to Cut PERFECT Threads on a CNC Lathe</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com" data-wpel-link="internal">Practical Machinist</a>.</p>
  276. ]]></description>
  277. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/The-Lathe-Lab-YT-700x394.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/The-Lathe-Lab-YT-700x394.jpg 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/The-Lathe-Lab-YT-250x141.jpg 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/The-Lathe-Lab-YT-768x432.jpg 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/The-Lathe-Lab-YT-120x68.jpg 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/The-Lathe-Lab-YT.jpg 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" loading="eager" /><p style="text-align: center;"><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/K5dctqFW2DE?si=6RNoos9Es7COtCT1" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p>
  278. <p>Cutting clean threads on a CNC lathe isn’t easy—most of the time they come out sharp, rough, or full of burrs. In this Lathe Lab episode, Luke shares three practical tips that will help you make threads that feel smooth as jewelry.</p>
  279. <p>He covers three big things every machinist needs to know:</p>
  280. <p>02:19 Picking the right threading insert<br />
  281. 05:10 Programming and Programming Method<br />
  282. 10:13 Deburring</p>
  283. <p>The post <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/how-to-cut-perfect-threads-on-a-cnc-lathe/" data-wpel-link="internal">How to Cut PERFECT Threads on a CNC Lathe</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com" data-wpel-link="internal">Practical Machinist</a>.</p>
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  292. <title>EMUGE-FRANKEN USA Introduces Its First Standard Centering Vise System with the Highest Clamping Forces in the Industry</title>
  293. <link>https://www.practicalmachinist.com/emuge-franken-usa-introduces-its-first-standard-centering-vise-system-with-the-highest-clamping-forces-in-the-industry/</link>
  294. <comments>https://www.practicalmachinist.com/emuge-franken-usa-introduces-its-first-standard-centering-vise-system-with-the-highest-clamping-forces-in-the-industry/#respond</comments>
  296. <dc:creator><![CDATA[admin]]></dc:creator>
  297. <pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2025 15:50:05 +0000</pubDate>
  298. <category><![CDATA[Innovation & Design]]></category>
  299. <category><![CDATA[Sales & Management]]></category>
  300. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.practicalmachinist.com/?p=301152</guid>
  301.  
  302. <description><![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/emuge-franken-evo-grip-1-700x545.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/emuge-franken-evo-grip-1-700x545.jpg 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/emuge-franken-evo-grip-1-250x195.jpg 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/emuge-franken-evo-grip-1-768x598.jpg 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/emuge-franken-evo-grip-1-120x94.jpg 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/emuge-franken-evo-grip-1.jpg 770w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" loading="eager" />Designed to deliver maximum clamping force and full 5-Axis access in a compact...</p>
  303. <p>The post <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/emuge-franken-usa-introduces-its-first-standard-centering-vise-system-with-the-highest-clamping-forces-in-the-industry/" data-wpel-link="internal">EMUGE-FRANKEN USA Introduces Its First Standard Centering Vise System with the Highest Clamping Forces in the Industry</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com" data-wpel-link="internal">Practical Machinist</a>.</p>
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  305. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/emuge-franken-evo-grip-1-700x545.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/emuge-franken-evo-grip-1-700x545.jpg 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/emuge-franken-evo-grip-1-250x195.jpg 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/emuge-franken-evo-grip-1-768x598.jpg 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/emuge-franken-evo-grip-1-120x94.jpg 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/emuge-franken-evo-grip-1.jpg 770w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" loading="eager" /><p><strong><em>EvoGrip Modular Workholding System offers Accuracy and Reliability for 5-Axis Machining<br />
  306. </em></strong></p>
  307. <p><em>West Boylston, MA –</em><em> </em><a href="https://www.emuge-franken-group.com/" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">EMUGE-FRANKEN USA</span></a>, a leading manufacturer of high-performance taps, thread mills, end mills, drills, gages, other rotary tools, and precision clamping solutions has introduced new EMUGE EvoGrip, a uniquely designed breakthrough modular workholding solution which includes its first standard high performance centering vise system. Designed to deliver maximum clamping force and full 5-Axis access in a compact solution setup, EvoGrip is ideal for aggressive milling operations. Three basic vise widths include 70 mm, 100 mm, and 120mm, and EvoGrip offers 25kN, 50kN and an exceptionally high 75kN clamping force. Starting at the mid-size 100 mm wide vise which is capable of 50kN clamping forces, EvoGrip vises are unmatched in the industry.</p>
  308. <div id="attachment_301153" style="width: 524px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/3D-EvoGrip-120M-Halbprofil-1.jpg" data-wpel-link="internal"><img decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-301153" class="wp-image-301153" src="http://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/3D-EvoGrip-120M-Halbprofil-1-250x185.jpg" alt="" width="514" height="380" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/3D-EvoGrip-120M-Halbprofil-1-250x185.jpg 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/3D-EvoGrip-120M-Halbprofil-1-700x519.jpg 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/3D-EvoGrip-120M-Halbprofil-1-768x569.jpg 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/3D-EvoGrip-120M-Halbprofil-1-120x89.jpg 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/3D-EvoGrip-120M-Halbprofil-1.jpg 1425w" sizes="(max-width: 514px) 100vw, 514px" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-301153" class="wp-caption-text">EMUGE-FRANKEN EvoGrip Modular Workholding System.</p></div>
  309. <p>“Until now, EMUGE has been known for its custom workholding solutions to clamp the most challenging applications,” said Mr. David Jones, Precision Workholding Product Manager, EMUGE-FRANKEN USA. “We are very pleased to now offer our customers the rigidity and precision they expect from EMUGE in a standard, consistent workholding system with tremendous clamping forces.”</p>
  310. <div id="attachment_301154" style="width: 651px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/emuge-franken-evo-grip-1.jpg" data-wpel-link="internal"><img decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-301154" class="wp-image-301154" src="http://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/emuge-franken-evo-grip-1-250x195.jpg" alt="" width="641" height="500" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/emuge-franken-evo-grip-1-250x195.jpg 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/emuge-franken-evo-grip-1-700x545.jpg 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/emuge-franken-evo-grip-1-768x598.jpg 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/emuge-franken-evo-grip-1-120x94.jpg 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/emuge-franken-evo-grip-1.jpg 770w" sizes="(max-width: 641px) 100vw, 641px" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-301154" class="wp-caption-text">5-axis machining operation where EMUGE-FRANKEN EvoPoint zero-point clamping devises are mounted directly to the machine table, providing quick changeovers for the mounted EvoPlate, EvoBlock spacers, and EvoGrip centric vise.</p></div>
  311. <p><strong>EvoGrip Centering Vises</strong> are manually operated and engineered for precise centric clamping, creating an extreme holding force of up to 75 kN despite a slimmer design than comparable products, so pre-embossing is not necessary. The slim, modular design enables multi-sided machining and facilitates easy integration into machining setups. Interchangeable top jaws can be mounted to the base jaw for use with different workpieces and machining requirements. Highly robust and stable guideways for the base jaws are precisely machined with EMUGE’s own end mills. Also, an integrated interface for automation provides two holding bores on either side of the basic vise body for machine gripper interfacing. This affords quick robot-controlled changeovers to the next workpiece, or even a totally different workpiece altogether.</p>
  312. <p>When EvoGrip Centering Vises are combined with the EMUGE <strong>EvoPoint Zero-Point Clamping System</strong>, setup times can be reduced by up to 80% versus when having to bolt down a clamping system. The modular EvoGrip System is scalable so that vises and zero-point interfaces can be configured to fit any machine tool or job. An integrated, robust EvoPoint zero-point clamping system provides automatic alignment using geometry similar to a pull stud, enabling fast, precise and repeatable clamping in the micron range, and the referencing of devices and workpieces on machine tools, machining centers and CMM’s. Repeatable accuracy of 0.005 mm and concentricity of ±0.02 mm is achievable with the EvoPoint System. The combination of EvoGrip with EvoPoint enables fast changeovers, high positioning accuracy, and exceptional holding force.</p>
  313. <p>In addition, the reliable, repeatable EMUGE EvoGrip Workholding System includes <strong>EvoBlock solutions </strong>for machine table connections and riser options ranging from base plates to one-piece spacers. For customizing a solution to accommodate workpiece height requirements, machinable <strong>VarioBlock</strong> multi-piece spacers are available.</p>
  314. <p>For more information on the new EvoGrip Modular Workholding Solution, <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.emuge-franken-group.com/us/en/evogrip-and-evopoint/a/EvoGrip_and_EvoPoint" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external">click here</a></span>.</p>
  315. <p>The post <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/emuge-franken-usa-introduces-its-first-standard-centering-vise-system-with-the-highest-clamping-forces-in-the-industry/" data-wpel-link="internal">EMUGE-FRANKEN USA Introduces Its First Standard Centering Vise System with the Highest Clamping Forces in the Industry</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com" data-wpel-link="internal">Practical Machinist</a>.</p>
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  324. <title>DN Solutions Acquires German High-End Machine Tool Manufacturer HELLER</title>
  325. <link>https://www.practicalmachinist.com/dn-solutions-acquires-german-high-end-machine-tool-manufacturer-heller/</link>
  326. <comments>https://www.practicalmachinist.com/dn-solutions-acquires-german-high-end-machine-tool-manufacturer-heller/#respond</comments>
  328. <dc:creator><![CDATA[admin]]></dc:creator>
  329. <pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2025 15:40:58 +0000</pubDate>
  330. <category><![CDATA[EMO Hanover 2025]]></category>
  331. <category><![CDATA[Sales & Management]]></category>
  332. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.practicalmachinist.com/?p=301149</guid>
  333.  
  334. <description><![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/images-9-1.png" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/images-9-1.png 324w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/images-9-1-250x120.png 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/images-9-1-120x58.png 120w" sizes="(max-width: 324px) 100vw, 324px" loading="eager" />DN Solutions, the world's third largest and Korea's leading manufacturer of machine tools, cordially invites you to the press conference at EMO 2025...</p>
  335. <p>The post <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/dn-solutions-acquires-german-high-end-machine-tool-manufacturer-heller/" data-wpel-link="internal">DN Solutions Acquires German High-End Machine Tool Manufacturer HELLER</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com" data-wpel-link="internal">Practical Machinist</a>.</p>
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  337. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/images-9-1.png" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/images-9-1.png 324w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/images-9-1-250x120.png 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/images-9-1-120x58.png 120w" sizes="(max-width: 324px) 100vw, 324px" loading="eager" /><p>DN Solutions, the world&#8217;s third largest and Korea&#8217;s leading manufacturer of machine tools, cordially invites you to the press conference at EMO 2025:</p>
  338. <p><a href="http://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/images-9-1.png" data-wpel-link="internal"><img decoding="async" class="wp-image-301150 aligncenter" src="http://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/images-9-1-250x120.png" alt="" width="648" height="311" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/images-9-1-250x120.png 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/images-9-1-120x58.png 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/images-9-1.png 324w" sizes="(max-width: 648px) 100vw, 648px" /></a></p>
  339. <p><strong>Date:</strong> September 22th, 2025</p>
  340. <p><strong>Time:</strong> 1:00 PM</p>
  341. <p><strong>Location:</strong> EMO Hannover, Convention Center, Hall 15-16</p>
  342. <p><strong>Speaker:</strong> Won-jong Kim, CEO DN Solutions Global</p>
  343. <p><strong>Topic of the Press Conference:</strong> The focus of the event is the agreement for the acquisition of HELLER, a German manufacturer of state-of-the-art machine tools, which was signed on August 26, 2025.</p>
  344. <p>Both firms aim to secure regulatory approvals swiftly and move ahead to deliver stronger growth, profitability, and value for customers worldwide.</p>
  345. <p>Please mark this date in your calendar.</p>
  346. <p>For further information and accreditation, feel free to contact them:</p>
  347. <p>Elisa Randelzhofer, schoesslers GmbH</p>
  348. <p><strong>Phone:</strong> +49 171 723 89 26</p>
  349. <p><strong>E-Mail:</strong> dnsolutions@schoesslers.com</p>
  350. <p>The post <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/dn-solutions-acquires-german-high-end-machine-tool-manufacturer-heller/" data-wpel-link="internal">DN Solutions Acquires German High-End Machine Tool Manufacturer HELLER</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com" data-wpel-link="internal">Practical Machinist</a>.</p>
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  359. <title>Seco Parental Leave Benefit: Spend More Time with Those who Matter Most</title>
  360. <link>https://www.practicalmachinist.com/seco-parental-leave-benefit-spend-more-time-with-those-who-matter-most/</link>
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  364. <pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2025 15:29:23 +0000</pubDate>
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  369. <description><![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seco-Parental-Leave-1-700x933.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seco-Parental-Leave-1-700x933.jpg 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seco-Parental-Leave-1-250x333.jpg 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seco-Parental-Leave-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seco-Parental-Leave-1-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seco-Parental-Leave-1-120x160.jpg 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seco-Parental-Leave-1.jpg 1181w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" loading="eager" />Seco is proud to announce the global rollout of its Parental Leave Benefit, offering employees up to 14 weeks of paid leave at 90% salary. This initiative reflects the commitment of Seco to...</p>
  370. <p>The post <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/seco-parental-leave-benefit-spend-more-time-with-those-who-matter-most/" data-wpel-link="internal">Seco Parental Leave Benefit: Spend More Time with Those who Matter Most</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com" data-wpel-link="internal">Practical Machinist</a>.</p>
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  372. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seco-Parental-Leave-1-700x933.jpg" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seco-Parental-Leave-1-700x933.jpg 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seco-Parental-Leave-1-250x333.jpg 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seco-Parental-Leave-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seco-Parental-Leave-1-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seco-Parental-Leave-1-120x160.jpg 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seco-Parental-Leave-1.jpg 1181w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" loading="eager" /><p>Seco is proud to announce the global rollout of its Parental Leave Benefit, offering employees up to 14 weeks of paid leave at 90% salary. This initiative reflects the commitment of Seco to work-life balance, inclusivity, and supporting families when it matters most.</p>
  373. <p><a href="http://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seco-Parental-Leave-1.jpg" data-wpel-link="internal"><img decoding="async" class=" wp-image-301146 aligncenter" src="http://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seco-Parental-Leave-1-250x333.jpg" alt="" width="377" height="502" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seco-Parental-Leave-1-250x333.jpg 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seco-Parental-Leave-1-700x933.jpg 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seco-Parental-Leave-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seco-Parental-Leave-1-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seco-Parental-Leave-1-120x160.jpg 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Seco-Parental-Leave-1.jpg 1181w" sizes="(max-width: 377px) 100vw, 377px" /></a></p>
  374. <p><strong>A global commitment to families<br />
  375. </strong>The new Parental Leave Benefit is available to all employees who have completed one year of service and applies equally to all parents—regardless of gender, adoption, or surrogacy status. In countries where pay reductions are not permitted, the benefit is offered as 88 days at full pay. The policy will be implemented across all relevant countries by summer 2025.</p>
  376. <p>This benefit is more than just time off—it’s a statement of values. As Brandon Gray, a Technical Education Application Engineer at Seco, shared: “This benefit means the chance to learn and experience how to be a new Dad from day one. I had the comfort of knowing I would be home and present once my son Maverick was born”</p>
  377. <p><strong>Looking ahead<br />
  378. </strong>With this benefit, Seco continues to position itself as a great place to work—one where employees are empowered to thrive both professionally and personally.</p>
  379. <p>The post <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/seco-parental-leave-benefit-spend-more-time-with-those-who-matter-most/" data-wpel-link="internal">Seco Parental Leave Benefit: Spend More Time with Those who Matter Most</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com" data-wpel-link="internal">Practical Machinist</a>.</p>
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  388. <title>Sugino Corp. Advances Cavitation-Based Finishing and Peening Technologies for Metal Components</title>
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  393. <pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2025 15:25:02 +0000</pubDate>
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  398. <description><![CDATA[<p><img src="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-08-at-10.21.36-AM.png" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-08-at-10.21.36-AM.png 450w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-08-at-10.21.36-AM-250x243.png 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-08-at-10.21.36-AM-120x117.png 120w" sizes="(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px" loading="eager" />These breakthrough methods offer clean, efficient, and highly effective alternatives to conventional shot peening and...</p>
  399. <p>The post <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/sugino-corp-advances-cavitation-based-finishing-and-peening-technologies-for-metal-components/" data-wpel-link="internal">Sugino Corp. Advances Cavitation-Based Finishing and Peening Technologies for Metal Components</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.practicalmachinist.com" data-wpel-link="internal">Practical Machinist</a>.</p>
  400. ]]></description>
  401. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-08-at-10.21.36-AM.png" class="attachment-large size-large wp-post-image" alt="" style="float:left; margin:0 15px 15px 0;" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-08-at-10.21.36-AM.png 450w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-08-at-10.21.36-AM-250x243.png 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-08-at-10.21.36-AM-120x117.png 120w" sizes="(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px" loading="eager" /><p>Sugino Corp., a global leader in precision manufacturing solutions, continues to push the boundaries of postprocessing technologies with its proprietary Cavitation Water Jet Peening (CWJP) and Cavitation Abrasive Surface Finishing (CASF) machines.</p>
  402. <p>These breakthrough methods offer clean, efficient, and highly effective alternatives to conventional shot peening and finishing &#8211; especially for complex metal components produced through additive manufacturing.</p>
  403. <p><a href="http://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-08-at-10.21.36-AM.png" data-wpel-link="internal"><img decoding="async" class=" wp-image-301141 aligncenter" src="http://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-08-at-10.21.36-AM-250x243.png" alt="" width="422" height="410" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-08-at-10.21.36-AM-250x243.png 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-08-at-10.21.36-AM-120x117.png 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-08-at-10.21.36-AM.png 450w" sizes="(max-width: 422px) 100vw, 422px" /></a></p>
  404. <p><strong>Cavitation Water Jet Peening (CWJP)</strong></p>
  405. <p>CWJP uses Sugino’s patented cavitation-promoting nozzle to generate large compressive impact forces using only water, with no shot peening media required. This shot-less peening process eliminates the need for timeconsuming masking and a separate post-cleaning cycle, while still delivering the fatigue strength benefits of traditional shot peening. And CWJP is not limited to just external surfaces, but can affect internal cavities, tubes, and holes, offering unmatched versatility and cleanliness.</p>
  406. <p><strong>Cavitation Abrasive Surface Finishing (CASF)</strong></p>
  407. <p>CASF builds upon the foundation of our CWJP technology and is primarily used for additive-manufactured metal parts. CASF combines the cavitation effect of high-pressure water within an abrasive media slurry to blow away/remove support structures, smooth surfaces, remove unmelted metal particles or abnormal layers, and impart compressive peening stress. It is particularly effective for treating internal passageways and intricate geometries that are difficult to reach with conventional methods. CASF improves fatigue strength and surface integrity, making it ideal for aerospace, medical, and high-performance industrial applications.</p>
  408. <div id="attachment_301142" style="width: 798px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-08-at-10.22.38-AM.png" data-wpel-link="internal"><img decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-301142" class="wp-image-301142" src="http://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-08-at-10.22.38-AM-250x59.png" alt="" width="788" height="186" srcset="https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-08-at-10.22.38-AM-250x59.png 250w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-08-at-10.22.38-AM-700x164.png 700w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-08-at-10.22.38-AM-768x180.png 768w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-08-at-10.22.38-AM-120x28.png 120w, https://www.practicalmachinist.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Screenshot-2025-09-08-at-10.22.38-AM.png 1202w" sizes="(max-width: 788px) 100vw, 788px" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-301142" class="wp-caption-text">Remove abnormal layers and unmelted powder together, while also applying compressive stress to improve strength/fatigue life.</p></div>
  409. <p>Sugino is currently accepting parts for product testing at our Wixom Technology Center. Submissions can begin here: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://suginocorp.com/inquiry/" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external">https://suginocorp.com/inquiry/</a></span></p>
  410. <p><strong>Learn More</strong></p>
  411. <ul>
  412. <li>CWJP: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.suginocorp.com/cwjp/" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external">https://www.suginocorp.com/cwjp/</a></span></li>
  413. <li>CASF: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.suginocorp.com/cavitation_abrasive_surface_finishing" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external">https://www.suginocorp.com/cavitation_abrasive_surface_finishing</a></span></li>
  414. </ul>
  415. <p><strong>Upcoming Presentations</strong></p>
  416. <p>Dr. Daniel Sanders, Sugino Vice President of Research and Technology, retired Boeing Senior Technical Fellow, and Affiliate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Washington, will present recent advancements in CASF at two major conferences this fall:</p>
  417. <ul>
  418. <li><strong>ICSP-15</strong> – September 24, 8:30–9:50 AM<br />
  419. Topic: “Cavitation Abrasive Surface Finishing and Peening (CASF)”<br />
  420. Session: Laser &amp; Alternative Peening 1</li>
  421. <li><strong>ICAM 2025</strong> – October 8 (AM Session)<br />
  422. Topic: “Cavitation Abrasive Surface Finishing (CASF) for Smoothing and Peening the Outside Surfaces and<br />
  423. Internal Passageways of Additive Manufactured Metal Components”<br />
  424. Track: Advanced Topics in AM: Qualification, New Materials, and Post-Processing</li>
  425. </ul>
  426. <p>For product updates and the latest news, engage with us on <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/suginocorp/" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external">LinkedIn</a></span>, <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/suginoUS/" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external">Facebook</a></span>, or <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@suginocorpUSA" data-wpel-link="external" target="_blank" rel="nofollow external">YouTube</a></span>.</p>
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