Learn about the radius grinding sharpener attachment for the K.O. Lee KOL40M and KOL60M Tool & Cutter Grinders.
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U.S. Machine Tool Orders Dip in January but Fare Well Globally
U.S. machine tool orders fell steeply in January 2014. Think that’s bad, then just look at the rest of the world …
Machine Tools Slang: This Buck-able Chuck is Like a Hot Dog Down a Hallway
Find out more about machine tools slang like “Buck-able chuck.” After reading this, you’ll be ready to throw down the lingo on the shop floor like a pro!
Metal Lathe: History of the Regal and RKL
A look at the history behind LeBlond’s historic Regal and its current RKL metal lathe.
Surface Grinder: LeBlond Offers Free DRO Brain for their K.O. Lee Surface Grinders
Get a FREE Newall DRO for your K.O. Lee Surface Grinder!
Machine Tools: U.S. Machine Tool Orders Rise in June 2014
U.S. machine tools orders grew in June 2014, spelling moderate growth for domestic manufacturing.
LeBlond Machine Tool Parts Aren’t Screwy!
The cross feed screw on a LeBlond lathe is a case study on why to go OEM for machine tool parts.
Are K.O. Lee and LeBlond the Same Company?
Find out more about K.O. Lee history and machine tool products.
Metal Lathe: RKL vs. Regal, Variable Speed
RKL 1340V, 1560V and 1960V … the “V” stands for variable as in variable speed, the primary difference between LeBlond’s historic Regal lathe and the company’s current RKL metal lathe models.