What are lathe machine parts? Your supervisor might have retired or you’re new to the field or transitioning to the shop floor from a different position in the organization. Whatever your situation, this post details fundamentals on the primary components of a lathe...
Need a tool grinder for the holidays to sharpen mill cutters, tool parts & other tools? Well, did you ask Santa? Apparently, the kindly old man from the North Pole was gifting machine tools this holiday season to machinists who have done good and cleaned up stray...
You’ve heard the saying, “You get what you pay for.” This is especially true when it comes to finding replacement parts for your lathe. LeBlond is a Original Equipment Components Supplier (OES). There is no question that OES parts are superior to...
Debating whether to go with a LeBlond variable speed or gearhead lathe? Check out this video that spells out the differences. LeBlond Service Technician Christopher Smith also covers routine maintenance suggestions for either a LeBlond EVS or gearhead lathe to keep...
You’ve heard the saying, “You get what you pay for”. This is especially true when it comes to finding replacement parts for your lathe. There is no question that OEM (original equipment manufacturer) parts are superior to aftermarket or self-machined...
The term OEM has often been associated with mechanical engineering and component manufacturing. It’s widely used in the automotive sector. Vehicle owners are particularly familiar with phrases such as “OEM auto parts” or “OEM parts.”...
Deka Drill is a LeBlond subsidiary and sells multiple types of Deka Drill press parts including gears and drill press spindle replacements for legacy equipment. In 1968, South Bend Lathe purchased the company, introduced several products and customized many types of...
Are you waiting for a piece of machinery ordered six or more months ago? You’re not alone. Shipping companies everywhere are struggling to fulfill their orders due to port congestion and steadily climbing sales. Sadly, the shipping container backup is causing delays...
LeBlond Ltd is the current corporate iteration of the LeBlond machine tool brand synonymous with quality, reliability, and tradition. LeBlond Ltd. is a trusted supplier of new machinery, original parts, service, and accessories. Contact LeBlond with any questions by...
Need a Newall DRO or digital readout that improves your productivity machining on a LeBlond lathe by 20-40%? LeBlond has a promotion for a limited time where you can receive 25% OFF these indispensable lathe accessories that utilize Newall linear encoders mounted to...
