How To Use a Metal Lathe
What’s a lathe? A lathe is a machine tool used to work with metal or wood. Unlike a drill or … Read more
What is a Proximity Switch?
Getting Close to a Proximity Switch What’s in a name? In the case of a proximity switch, everything! A proximity … Read more
G76 Threading Cycle – Beyond the Basics
A long long time ago, in a galaxy – well ok, in this galaxy – machine tools made tremendous advances … Read more
Producing Boxy Parts on a CNC Lathe
Lathes cut rounded edges, threads for bolts and screws, interior threads for nuts, and cylinders of all kinds. But boxy, … Read more
Using a Mill as a Lathe
Mills and lathes are some of the standard machinery tools any metalworker or hobbyist will have. They differ a little … Read more
Lathe Cutting Tool Types
A lathe is one of the more versatile types of cutting machines available for small and large-scale machinists today. One … Read more
Broaching on a Lathe: Rotary Broaching
In this article, we’ll be exploring the concept of “broaching” in metalworking: what broaching is, how it works, and its … Read more
How to level a lathe
A solid, high-quality metal lathe is a dream acquisition for many a home machinist or hobbyist. From a brand-new foreign-made … Read more
An Introduction to CNC G-code
What is G-code? People talk about the “language” of computer programming, as if it was a single language. But as … Read more
Product Spotlight: Vertical Mills
FULLY FEATURED. RUGGED DESIGN. Built With The Operator In Mind. Engineered for excellence with fine, detailed workmanship, quality materials, and … Read more
Product Spotlight: European Lathes
European Built. USA Designed. Discover some of the strongest metal lathes from the brand you’ve trusted for over 65 years … Read more
Customer Spotlight: Lightning Bay Pneu-Draulics
Growing a business into the leading marine and industrial maintenance company in the Southeast is no small feat. Owners David … Read more