by Michael Barnes | Dec 21, 2022 | Product Information
Table of Contents Tool & Cutter Grinders vs. Universal Tool Grinders Cutter Grinder vs. Angle Grinder Why Would You Buy a New Tool Grinder Instead of a Used Machine Online? Tool Cutter Grinding Applications Universal Tool and Cutter Components K.O. Lee Universal...
by Scott Hasson | Sep 7, 2021 | News, Product Information, Tips, Uncategorized
Why, When and How to Replace Lathe Oils, Lubricants and Coolants The squeaky wheel gets the grease is a common saying that should never apply to your lathe and its lubricants. The slides, apron, chucks, mandrels, bearings and spindles should never get to that point....
by Scott Hasson | Dec 8, 2022 | News, Product Information, Tips, Uncategorized
5 Tips for Upgrading Lathes LeBlond lathes have stood the test of time for many machine shops and parts manufacturers. It isn’t unusual to see a LeBlond lathe from the 1940s still running strong. And as long as those machines are well maintained, they can last for...
by Michael Barnes | Jun 29, 2022 | Product Information
Need automatic grinders? We’re talking about a surface grinding machine, not a coffee grinder, for your metalworking shop? LeBlond has cost-friendly K.O. Lee manual and automatic surface grinders that more than measure up quality-wise to the more expensive options,...
by Scott Hasson | Jul 29, 2022 | News, Product Information, Tips, Uncategorized
4 Tips to Improve Heavy Turning When turning large or heavy parts on a lathe you should consider some additional factors versus when you machine small- to medium-sized parts. Lathe Stability is Vital It’s important to make sure your lathe is large enough to handle the...
by Scott Hasson | Aug 30, 2022 | News, Product Information, Tips, Uncategorized
Planning for maintenance and repair saves time & money What comes to mind when you think about maintenance for your machine shop’s machines? Whether it happens to be a lathe, band saw, mill, grinder, drill press or other machine, maintenance and repair can be an...
by Scott Hasson | Oct 10, 2022 | News, Product Information, Tips, Uncategorized
Take ownership of your future with a diverse machine portfolio Machine shop growth can be a challenge for many reasons. First, there are the physical limitations of the facility. Then, there are skilled machinists on staff who can fulfill the types of jobs needed. A...
by Michael Barnes | Jul 29, 2022 | Uncategorized
Need the world’s best drill press? Perhaps you are in the market for this machine tool and you’re scouring the internet for the best of the best. In this humble author’s opinion, the best of any product could be described as the highest quality at...
by Michael Barnes | Sep 18, 2018 | Product Information
An engine lathe is a 500-arm octopus. I was reminded of this by a newb machinist who asked on Google on where the dial is on a LeBlond for threading on a manual lathe. Here is what the thread dial looks like: If you feel like you are wrestling with the 500-arm octopus...
by Scott Hasson | Nov 7, 2022 | News, Product Information, Tips, Uncategorized
When was the last time you leveled your lathe? If you haven’t leveled your lathe in the last 6 months, then your machine is probably due for a checkup. There are many ways a lathe can become unleveled. Common reasons for re- leveling your lathe include: Forklifts...
