Overall gripping strength increases as you increase the size of your tool holders (when looking at the same type of holder).

Shrink-fit and hydraulic holders are both useful in low clearance, tight work envelopes found in moldmaking and multi-axis machining applications. When deciding which one to use, their differences will guide your choice. Here are some of the fundamental contrasts to help you decide which holder type is best for your work.

When using a mechanical milling chuck that implements a needle bearing cage the correct clamping position will vary.

Many shops are unaware that a lot of their spindles are BIG-PLUS, so they don’t realize the capabilities they possess.

Constantly optimizing processes and equipment to achieve an advantage over other race teams, Team Penske adopted tooling improvements based on its decision to expand usage of the BIG-Plus spindle interface and tool holders.

Tapping is an efficient way to create threads in a drilled hole and it makes the overall machining process easier. Burley goes on to discuss this in further detail by emphasizing how tapping has changed within the industry over the years.

To make their cars as light and aerodynamic as possible, Team Penske’s shop performs delicate work milling aluminum, titanium and steel.

In a recently published article in Manufacturing Engineering, BIG KAISER contributes to the conversations of the evolution of five-axis machines.

BIG KAISER, a global leader in premium high-precision tooling systems and solutions for the metalworking industries, announces its HDC Straight Shank holder to the market, used for increased versatility.

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