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Here are a few tool and part holding considerations for getting the most out of a mill-turn machine.

There’s more than one way to skin a CAT…or should we say HSK in this case.

We break down different styles of small HSK holders available, as well as the suppliers who offer each type.

Without the right tool holder, difficult conditions create the perfect storm for chatter, poor tool life and failing quality control molds.

To achieve efficient tool life, proper finish and productivity in high-speed work, tool holders need to be as rigid, compact and short as possible to keep the whole assembly stable. Here's what you need to know when choosing a high-speed tool holder. 

This topic is important as toolholders provide the critical connection between a machine spindle and the cutting tool.

With thousands of part numbers to choose from, product selection can be a bit overwhelming. Take a look at some overlooked products and services that can help guarantee higher performance for your shop. 

As a raw material, tungsten carbide is a limited natural resource and a widely popular tool material due to its hardness and heat resistance. We can both save money by reducing the consumption of carbide and help our environment by fully utilizing every tool before recycling the rest.

Everyone wants to get the most out of their tool holders. While some may take a set it and forget it approach with holders, it’s not recommended, as they have a direct impact on both parts and machinery. Here are some tips to ensure your holders deliver.

When high accuracy, long tool life or high-speed capabilities are important, collet chucks are often the holder of choice.

The further the tool does its work from the spindle, the more room for error. Deep pockets and cavities usually signify that a part is nearing completion, making the smallest of errors almost impossible to recover from and very costly.

These easy-to-use measuring devices can help protect capital machinery, prevent scrapped parts, and speed setups or programming.

Discover how the right tool holder solved serious cutting challenges from reducing runout and streamlining operations to enabling efficiency and boosting part quality.

Valuable information on a new standard for balancing tools and tool systems that apply to today’s relevant variables for safe and productive machining.

Thinking of buying shrink-fit holders? Read this before making a decision.