LeBlond has a 12% off in-stock machinery sale to close out 2025. Why twelve? Because twelve is perfect. Literally. It's one of only two perfect numbers in mathematics under 30. It's divisible by 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6. Twelve apostles. Twelve tribes of Israel. Twelve...
Complex machined parts often require multiple steps for turning, boring, facing and finishing for final part production or assembly. Thankfully, lathes can handle many of the different cutting processes from start to finish.
Complex machined parts often require multiple steps for turning, boring, facing and finishing for final part production or assembly. Thankfully, lathes can handle many of the different cutting processes from start to finish.
An in-stock LeBlond machine is the best card for Phil to play, even if he doesn’t realize he is gambling. Phil is a machinist who supplies parts for the automotive industry. Uptick in Business? He expects business to pick up with a flurry of recent trade deals,...
A well-maintained lathe doesn’t just run better—it lasts longer, performs more accurately, and reduces downtime. Whether you’re operating a manual machine or a CNC lathe, implementing a structured maintenance routine is critical.
Your old lathe is bleeding money. Every second you spend squinting at grimy Vernier dials is profit walking out the door. The Newall NMS 800 Digital Readout changes everything. No more guessing. No more mistakes. Your Current Setup is Killing Productivity Cross-slides...
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May 28, 2025 Dear Machine Tool Leaders, Last month, President Donald J. Trump announced his administration’s intention to halt $3 billion in research grants and redirect them to trade schools and other institutions in the United States. This policy initiative is...
Metalworking lathes are versatile machines used primarily for shaping metal and other solid materials. They are essential in various industries for machining parts using techniques such as: Turning, Facing, Drilling, Knurling, Parting, Taper Turning and Thread Cutting.