Don’t Let Your Production Cool off this Summer
Summer fever. We’ve all had it. Here in the greater Pittsburgh area, we thought for sure winter was never going to end. Luckily, Old Man
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How Proper Coating Affects Your Tools
It’s no secret that the quality of a custom tool is directly correlated to the coating. Without the appropriate coating, a tool won’t last nearly
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Why You Need Custom Tools
We love custom tools. It’s in our name. But do you really need custom tools to do your job? The answer is, of course you
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Cutting
3 Common Reasons your Custom Tools Aren’t Cutting it (Literally)
There are numerous types of cutting tools. Not every industry uses the same types of tools. What works for a manufacturer probably doesn’t work for
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Understanding Lathe Tooling
Custom Tool and Grinding is experienced with many types of tools. One of our specialties is lathe tooling. Whether it be external turning tools, drills,
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Signs it May Be Time to Switch Custom Tool Suppliers
When choosing a supplier for your custom tool requirements there are a lot of things that should be considered. What’s the lead time like? What
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What is 5-Axis Machining?
Earlier this year we covered 4-axis machining. Another popular high precision machine is a 5-axis machine. The higher the axis, the more advanced the machine
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Custom Tool Grinding for the Medical Industry
Custom Tool and Grinding serves many industries. One industry in particular is the medical industry. We have years of expertise and knowledge of working with
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How to Extend the Life of your Custom Tools
Custom tools are made to last. However, that doesn’t mean reconditioning or regrinding them once in a while is a bad idea. In fact, it’s
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High Quality Custom Tools = High Quality Product
When it comes to tools, there are few things more important than quality. Like with most products, the cheapest, more than likely, isn’t the best.
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