by Scott Hasson | Jun 12, 2026 | News, Product Information
Save Big on Replacement and Wear Parts for Your Hard-Working Manufacturing Equipment America is turning 250, and we’re celebrating this historic milestone by helping manufacturers keep their equipment running strong. For July 2026, customers can save 25% on...
by TL | Jul 9, 2026 | Tips
Top 5 Pro Tips for Maintaining Your Metalworking Lathe’s Coolant System In today’s precision machining environment, coolant does much more than keep cutting tools cool. A properly maintained coolant system improves surface finish, extends tool life,...
by Scott Hasson | Jul 1, 2026 | Tips
Top nine tips for best headstock performance Checking the headstock lubrication system should be part of a regular preventive maintenance program for a professional lathe technician. A properly functioning lubrication system protects spindle bearings, gears, shafts,...
by Scott Hasson | May 15, 2026 | News, Tips
How Does a Company Replace Skilled Machinists when Skilled Machinists Cannot be Retained? Baby boomers with decades of machining experience are leaving the workforce at a rapid pace, taking invaluable tribal knowledge with them. At the same time, younger workers are...
by Scott Hasson | Jun 9, 2026 | Tips
How Do Headstock and Tailstock Condition Affect Machining Operations? Experienced lathe operators know the headstock and tailstock form the backbone of every turning operation. Their condition directly affects part quality, cycle times, and machine longevity. A...
by Scott Hasson | Apr 30, 2026 | Product Information, Tips
Machine Shops Grow with Solid ROI on Educational Lathes A machine shop can’t scale without people who know how to run the machines. That sounds obvious, yet many shops try to solve a labor shortage by chasing experienced hires in a shrinking pool. An educational lathe...
by Scott Hasson | Apr 15, 2026 | Product Information, Tips
Why the Right Lathe Replacement Parts Matter In any machine shop, a lathe is more than just a piece of equipment. A lathe is the heartbeat of production. When running smoothly, replacement parts flow, machinists meet deadlines, and margins stay intact. But when...
by Scott Hasson | Mar 30, 2026 | Product Information, Tips
Reducing Costs by Streamlining Production Consistency is mandatory when manufacturing precision parts. It’s the key to quality and profitability. Experienced machinists know every setup, tool path, and measurement decision directly impacts both cost and repeatability....
by Scott Hasson | Mar 17, 2026 | Product Information, Tips
The Difference in Precision Turning with Large-Bore Lathes “Go big or go home” is more than a catchy phrase. It is often practical when machining large parts. Manufacturers who work with long or thick shafts and heavy bar stock know equipment limitations can slow...
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,...
