by TL | Apr 11, 2022 | Product Information
TL;DR This blog post details the components that make up a drill press — a stationary or benchtop power tool designed to bore precise holes in wood, metal, or plastic. We explain the drilling machine’s functions, safety requirements and lubrication guidelines,...
by Scott Hasson | Feb 20, 2026 | Product Information
Precision Lathes Finesse Versus the Power of Heavy-Duty Lathes A lathe can possess two very different personalities on the shop floor. Some lathes have delicate precision, and others are tough and rugged. Precision lathes value finesse, accuracy, and consistency in...
by Scott Hasson | Feb 16, 2026 | Tips
Increase and Improve Production through Frequent Spindle Maintenance The spindle serves as one of the most critical components in lathe turning. The spindle controls rotational accuracy, surface finish quality, and overall machining performance. Proper spindle care...
by TL | Jan 26, 2026 | Product Information
Table of Contents Contact LeBlond for OES S-M Parts The History of Standard Modern & LeBlond Need S-M Components? Key Standard Modern Maintenance Procedure Lubrication on the S-M Series 4000 Lathe Helping You Service Vintage S-M Lathes KEY TAKEAWAYS Leblond is...
by TL | Jul 19, 2025 | News, Product Information
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...
by Scott Hasson | Dec 30, 2025 | Product Information, Tips
Stay Safe, Machine On, With These Lathe Safety Tips Most safety precautions machinists take today are a result of someone learning from a past mistake or oversight. Those lessons are passed down from old-timers to green newbies, as well as through industry...
by TL | Dec 11, 2025 | News, Product Information
We have cards. We have Christmas cards. We have Christmas cards celebrating an in-stock machine sale! These are cards a shop machinist can send to their buyer or procurement specialist, asking for much-needed equipment at a discounted price before year’s end. To recap...
by TL | Dec 9, 2025 | News, Product Information
Need LeBlond, K.O. Lee, Standard Modern, Deka Drill or Johnson Press parts? Then contact LeBlond by year’s end and get a substantial discount. We’ll fill you in on the exact percentage off when you call or fill out a parts request form. To celebrate this sale,...
by Scott Hasson | Nov 25, 2025 | Product Information, Tips
Signs of Tool Wear Machinists strive for perfection in every cut. Even the slightest deviation in precision metalworking can mean the difference between a flawless part and costly rework. Tool wear is inevitable, but early detection and correction can save valuable...
by TL | Oct 31, 2025 | News, Product Information
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...
