From Delivery to Operation: Complete LeBlond Heavy-Duty Lathe Video Guide
You're thinking of buying a LeBlond heavy-duty lathe. How do you set it up? What are all the controls? How do you maintain it? LeBlond Service Manager Christopher Smith has something better than an old Yellow pages-sized manual. A VIDEO GUIDE where you can practically...
Lathe Tooling Insert Shapes, Uses, Pros & Cons
Picking the right tooling insert for machining metal isn’t always easy—there are so many shapes, coatings, and materials to choose from. The wrong choice can lead to rough finishes, worn-out tools, or even scrapped parts. Tooling inserts are essential in machining, offering versatility and efficiency for various applications.
The Lathe Belt Hack You Need Now
Ever been stuck with a busted lathe because of a worn-out belt? https://youtu.be/CxD9elJy6p8 LeBlond Service Manager Christopher Smith dives into the belt replacement secrets most machinists never learn. Your shop could be losing thousands in downtime, but this...
Stay Sharp: A Guide to Machine Tool Inserts and Coatings
Keeping your tools sharp and effective is the key to a clean, efficient cut. Whether you’re a seasoned machinist or just getting your hands dirty in the shop, understanding the right machine tool inserts and coatings can make all the difference.
Check Out This Must-Read Machine Shop Hack
Your K.O. Lee tool & cutter grinder's workhead is locked up. You're staring down a bill of around $30k for a new machine that is used to sharpen, shape and recondition cutting tools such as drills, milling cutters, reamers, taps and others. But here's the...
A Drill Press That Erases Memories
Watching the video below causes amnesia. After viewing LeBlond Service Manager Christopher Smith give an overview of our new radial drill press, you will forget everything you thought you knew about LeBlond. https://youtu.be/JnajHs7gq3s This isn't just another...
Lathe Tooling & Uses – What You Need to Know
Producing a quality part on a lathe means knowing the end results needed and applying appropriate application of the tool.
LeBlond Machine Tool Shipping | VIDEO
Get ready for an inside look at how LeBlond handles machine shipping — from protecting every metal surface to their signature "load and protect" method that keeps your investment safe from dock to dock. https://youtu.be/DNS_PuzwFJE LeBlond Service Manager Christopher...
Can You Ace Our Lathe Terms Quiz?
Do you have what it takes to ace our machinist terms quiz? Test your lathe knowledge.
Choosing the Right Chuck for Your Surface Grinder
What do you put in a machinist’s stocking this holiday season? We at LeBlond don’t advise stuffing the Christmas stocking with small gifts or candy. Put a chuck for a K.O. Lee grinder in the stocking instead! And what specific chuck do you need for surface grinding, a...