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Aug 2021

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The One Tenth = 10% Rule and the Effects of Runout

Runout is one of the sneakier issues machinists and tool managers must deal with. It’s almost impossible to recognize in-process and difficult to diagnose after the fact. We identify potential sources.

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General Interest

EWE 2-152

EWE 2-152 digital fine boring heads feature variable length adjustment of the tool holders, ensuring the shortest and most rigid tool assembly.

Sep 2021

Making Mill-turn Machines More Flexible

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

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Workholding

Turning

Jan 2021

Remote Support Program Expanded for Presetters

Current travel and visitor restrictions continue to disrupt the normal schedule of service calls to manufacturers. To keep our customers up and running, the BIG KAISER Tool Measuring Solutions Department offers remote maintenance sessions.

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Tool Measuring

CK, CKB & CKN

Based on a cylindrical connection with radial locking screw, the world-famous modular precision tool system BIG KAISER has continuously been improved over the years, and has adapted to customer’s needs and the increases in machine tool performance.

Chamfering Mills

Discover our range of chamfering mills with CK connections designed to boost productivity and precision in your machining operations.

May 2023

Complicated Machining Puzzle Solved with BIG-PLUS

Struggling to meet customer expectations, a small change made a big difference to one shop.

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Tool Holders

Sep 2020

New Presetter Option Speeds Up Data Transfer to the Machine Center

The SPERONI SPI is the newest of BIG DAISHOWA's Industry 4.0 upgrades to its offering of tool presetting solutions. SPI dramatically reduces the time and steps needed to transfer precise and accurate tool measurements to a machine tool.

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Presetting

Jul 2021

Troubleshooting for Rough Boring

Even the most well-planned boring process may not achieve the desired result. We’ve provided solutions to common rough boring problems to help get you back on the road to productivity.

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Boring Tools

Dec 2019

BIG KAISER Twin Cutter Rough Boring Head

Rough Boring vs. Finish Boring

There’s more than one way to finish a hole. The most effective option will depend on the number of parts, acceptable cycle time and tolerance callouts.

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Boring Tools

Oct 2021

Repair or Replace? That is the Question.

There comes a point when we must ask if it is time to replace or repair equipment. Consider these factors when you're faced with that decision.

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General Interest

Mar 2021

Q&A with BIG DAISHOWA President and COO Jack Burley

Jack Burley, president and COO of BIG DAISHOWA, shares some of his observations over the years, predictions for the industry and his vision for the company.

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General Interest

Nov 2019

Which Presetter is Best for You?

Many factors may go into the decision to invest in a presetter such as tool budget, accuracy needs or delivery time. We’ve put together a reference guide.

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Presetting

Oct 2017

How to Bridge the Gap Between Design and Production

Keeping pace with modern manufacturing demands often means bridging the gap between design and production. Creative and resourceful applications of tooling and accessories, such as angle heads, can get complex parts out the door.

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Tool Holders

Modular Components

Our precision-crafted modular components feature a cylindrical connection with a radial locking screw, ensuring secure and reliable tool assembly for any application.