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...
Four Ways to Improve Machining Productivity
A place for everything and everything in its place. In the machine shop, it couldn’t ring truer. Here are four ways metalworking machinists can better organize their workspaces for improved efficiency and productivity:
How to Rebuild a K.O. Lee Surface Grinder Spindle
Watch step-by-step instructions on how to rebuild the spindle on your K.O. Lee surface grinder. We'll cover the tools you need and get you past roadblocks that can pop up during the process: https://youtu.be/_O3wUMztwk0 If you need assistance with a K.O. Lee spindle...