BIG DAISHOWA Blog

One of the most difficult parts of this year has been the lack of in-person interaction. Fortunately, IMTS Spark provides a platform to connect and share knowledge with industry peers.

One of the most impactful tools in the BIG KAISER suite of products is often overlooked. It’s durable and has all the best features for those looking to save time making hard-to-reach cuts. We’re talking about our AGU30 Universal Type Angle Heads.

If you’re looking for ways to improve productivity with micro cutting tools, here’s what you need to know.

Because of the popularity of BIG-PLUS, many tooling companies, without a proper license, offer what they call dual-contact tooling. But not all dual-contact is the same. Let’s tackle a few of the most common misconceptions.

For five days in September, the IMTS Network will stream binge-worthy programming tailored to the manufacturing community. On Thursday, September 17, IMTS Network will broadcast live from the BIG KAISER's showroom in Hoffman Estates, IL.

We will certainly miss seeing all of you at IMTS, but we have a new place to connect—IMTS Spark. The digital platform will house the latest manufacturing advancements, sessions with industry experts, educational sessions and networking opportunities.

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.

Milling is a core operation in all kinds of manufacturing environments. Here are five different types of milling holders, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. We’re here to help you choose with a breakdown and tips for using each.

Dialing in a finishing job can be meticulous, with several measurements, adjustments and discussions taking place. That not only costs time, but those tool touches and interactions introduce some risk inside a shop. Our next boring innovation will help eliminate many of those repeated interactions and extra adjustments.

As we think about ways to reduce the number of interactions, we started thinking about automation. Specifically, our UNILOCK automation chucks to streamline the load and unloading process.