by Michael Barnes | Aug 6, 2024 | Product Information, Video
We have blogged about LeBlond’s library. Do you want to see it? Do you want to see our vast warehouse with Original Equipment Supplier prints and diagrams? And our METRIC TONS of LeBlond, K.O. Lee, Standard Modern, Johnson Press and Deka Drill OES parts? Get the...
by Michael Barnes | Jul 31, 2024 | Product Information
Mills are indispensable equipment for machinists. They help machinists perform various machining tasks like shaping metal or plastic and creating slots, contours, holes and flat surfaces. Mechanical variable speed mills and electronic variable speed ones are two...
by Willow Dunning | Jul 29, 2024 | News, Product Information, Tips, Uncategorized
Long Live Sharp Tooling Are you on the cutting edge when it comes to sharp tooling? Dull and damaged tooling can create scrap and downtime if not properly monitored and replaced. The costs of tooling replacements can eat into a machine shop or manufacturer’s margins....
by Michael Barnes | Jun 27, 2024 | Product Information, Tips
Keeping your vintage Regal lathe running smoothly requires understanding its unique features. One such feature is the servo shift system, known for its smooth and precise gear changes. However, when the servo shift brake malfunctions within this system, gear...
by Willow Dunning | Jul 3, 2024 | News, Product Information, Tips, Uncategorized
When chips are not managed during machining parts, scrap occurs. You can always bet on LeBlond when machining gets tough. LeBlond helps when the chips are down. In this case, literally when chips are cut from a workpiece. Chips are an important aspect of metalworking....
by Michael Barnes | Jun 24, 2024 | Uncategorized
The coolant is a crucial component of the wet grinding process, as it cools and lubricates the workpiece and the grinding wheel. Selecting the right coolant system for your surface grinder is crucial for maintaining efficient and precise grinding...
by Scott Hasson | Jun 5, 2024 | News, Product Information, Tips, Uncategorized
Get Creative When Machine Shop Floors Get Cramped Precautions Machinists Can Take to Avoid Common Machinability and Material Selection Pitfalls Squeezing into an old pair of jeans that previously fit comfortably but are now too tight for your waistline is similar to a...
by Michael Barnes | Jun 7, 2024 | Product Information, Tips, Video
Do you own a vintage LeBlond Regal and want to know how to easily change wear-and-tear parts like seals, spindle gaskets and drive accessory pins for the brakes? Watch our latest video where we use a Regal 15″ headstock diagram as a visual aid to illustrate how...
by Michael Barnes | Apr 29, 2024 | Product Information, Tips
There is a wealth of information on servicing a legacy LeBlond lathe like the Regal. From our content or a general internet search, there are a multitude of solutions to keeping your legacy LeBlond running along smoothly. What about LeBlond’s current...
by Scott Hasson | Apr 22, 2024 | News, Product Information, Tips, Uncategorized
Machining Complex Parts Requires Simple Solutions Six tips for overcoming complex part pain points Machining complex parts requires a high level of skill and experience. Machinists must possess a deep understanding of machining principles, tooling, materials, and...
