Cutting

Composite Machining 101: Cutting Tool Selection and Optimisation Techniques

The manufacturing industry is continuously evolving, with new materials such as composites steadily gaining popularity due to their unique properties like lightweight, high strength, and resistance to corrosion. As a result, the demand for machining processes capable of effectively handling these materials has grown exponentially. However, working with composite materials comes with its own set

What is Composite Tooling?

What is Composite Tooling?

Composite tooling is the engineering and creation of tool tips and machining parts out of composite materials, for use in the manufacture of other machine parts of components. Traditional materials used for tooling, such as steel and aluminium, can wear down quickly and thus have a short tool life, while they also cannot measure up

TCT Cutting

Revealing the Secrets of TCT Cutting Tools: Maximising Performance in CNC Machining

While the manufacturing landscape has witnessed rapid advancements in cutting tool materials, there remains an enduring need for versatile, highly efficient, and cost-effective cutting tools that can handle a wide range of applications across various industries. Tungsten carbide-tipped (TCT) cutting tools have gained significant popularity in the world of CNC machining, owing to their impressive

The Importance of Tool Maintenance for CNC Machining: Ensuring Peak Performance and Longevity

As a manufacturer relying on CNC machining for producing various products, the importance of maintaining your precision cutting tools cannot be overstated. Proper tool maintenance plays a crucial role in ensuring peak performance, maximising tool life, and optimising overall manufacturing efficiency. From PCD (polycrystalline diamond) and TCT (tungsten carbide-tipped) to solid carbide and HSS (high-speed

foam cutting

Navigating the World of Foam Cutting: Effective Tools and Techniques for CNC Machining

Foam materials have become increasingly popular across various industries, including furniture, packaging, automotive, and aerospace, thanks to their lightweight, flexible, and impact-absorbing properties. As a result, there is a growing need for efficient foam cutting processes capable of providing precise and cost-effective results. CNC machining, with its advanced capabilities and versatility, is an ideal solution

aerospace

CNC Machining in the Aerospace Industry: Precision Cutting Tools for Improving Efficiency

Manufacturing in the aerospace industry demands exceptional standards of precision, quality, and efficiency, all of which necessitate the use of advanced manufacturing techniques and cutting-edge tools. Among various manufacturing methods, CNC machining is a prevalent choice for aerospace manufacturers due to its capacity to produce intricate components with high precision, ensure repeatability, and maintain efficiency

Optimising Wood CNC Machining: A Guide to Cutting Tool Selection and Best Practices

Woodworking has always been an essential part of the manufacturing industry, with an array of products ranging from furniture, construction elements, consumer goods, to bespoke artistic creations. Yet, as demands for customisation, precision, and efficiency continue to rise, CNC machining has rapidly emerged as a vital solution for modern woodworking applications. By leveraging the advances

Mastering Aluminium Machining: CNC Cutting Tools, Techniques, and Optimisation Strategies

The metalworking industry is experiencing a paradigm shift driven by increasing demands for customisation, precision, and efficiency in metal fabrication, shaping, and finishing. As a response to these evolving needs, manufacturers have turned to CNC machining, a versatile and powerful solution for unlocking new levels of productivity, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness in metalworking operations. With the

Pre milling Tools for Edgebanders

Pre milling Tools for Edgebanders

Pre milling features are more common on smaller edge banders now, rather than just on higher production machines. Pre milling encounters two counter rotating cutter blocks which are manufactured to mill the edge of the workpiece prior to adding the edge banding material. The PCD cutter blocks are set up to mill a specific amount

Is Diamond (PCD) Best for CNC Tooling Tips?

Is Diamond (PCD) best for CNC Tooling Tips?

Diamond machining tools are unparalleled for strength and durability. Diamond is the hardest naturally occurring material on earth, which makes it an incredible tool for industrial CNC machining.  For cutting, machining and routing of wood, or composite materials. But several options are available for diamond tooling, so how can you know which offers the best