Shops are realizing significant advantages in using collet blocks rather than standard vises or 3-jaw chucks to grip round, hex, square or odd-shaped parts. A collet automatically centers the ...

A collet is a workholding device for bar stock or workpieces that must be held to a higher degree of accuracy than a standard chuck can accomplish. The device forms a collar around an object, and ...

Neglecting the maintenance of collets, tools, and your machine, results in a dramatic drop in performance, which reduces productivity and increases costs due to higher scrap rates and potential ...

Kennametal’s KCU25B tooling proved durable enough for turn-peeling a lengthy austenitic stainless steel 1.4435 rotor while reducing cycle times.

Developed by Miami-based Centaur Precision Tools, (www.centaurtools.com), the objective of this segment is to improve machining accuracy by selecting the proper collets to hold the cutting tool. The ...

Swiss-type tooling from Platinum is manufactured with high spindle bearing technology and ground gear components.

Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) is emerging as a streamlined communication technology for industrial automation, transmitting data and power over long distances, unifying systems and enhancing security.

Tooling in 2026 is no longer just about cutting — it’s about thinking, sensing, and adapting. From sensor-equipped CNC tools to AI-driven maintenance and advanced coatings, manufacturers are unlocking ...