Iscar Metals, Inc.

Grooving & SlittingGrooving and slitting ops are facilitated by a new family of tools launched by Sandvik Coromant (coromant.sandvik.com/us). There is the CoroMill 329 cutter, which deploys CoroCut two-edge inserts and a strong V-rail clamping interface.

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Here's a look at some of the new tools—and some of their applications—that can help produce parts faster.

Somewhere between higher spindle speeds and cutting tool performance capabilities lies the answer to the dilemma of achieving higher feed rates without sacrificing accuracy and productivity. Perhaps it's the toolholder...

ISCAR's DR indexable twist drills are optimized for use on all steels, alloys and cast iron.

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Horizontal CMM; VMC for Large Parts; Tools for Turning, Milling

Waterjet; Stretch Wrapping; Face Milling for Cast Iron/Steel Components.

Some things remain the same. But there are also significant changes in the area of cutting metal.

From grooving to honing, here are some new tools that you ought to be aware of for better production.

Whether it's a machine running at higher speeds with better control or cutting tools that can keep up with the machine, turning productivity is definitely improving. Here's a look at a few of the products that are keeping the pace.