Seco releases the 335.18 disc milling cutter, a robust and customizable slotting solution engineered for real-world manufacturing. With over 70 standard variants and full customization via MyDesign, the 335.18 delivers stable, cost-efficient performance for any industry, machine, or material enabling manufacturers to achieve precision and reliability in every slotting operation. Slotting solutions for the real world The 335.18 disc milling cutter is designed to tackle the toughest (…)
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MILLING TOOLS FOR SERIES PRODUCTION MACHINING
MAPAL expands its NeoMill portfolio with new cutter series designed for reliable, cost-efficient milling of cast iron, steel, and aluminium in industrial series production. Tooling requirements in series production Series production machining places consistent demands on cutting tools, particularly in terms of process reliability, predictable tool life, and cost per component. In face and shoulder milling operations, manufacturers must balance surface quality, dimensional accuracy, and (…)
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BB732 BORING BRIDGES: ONE TOOL, DUAL PURPOSE FOR DEEP HOLE PRECISION
Seco® announces the launch of the BB732 boring bridges, a modular solution designed for deep boring operations with Steadyline® bars. Engineered for both roughing and finishing tasks, BB732 bridges deliver vibration-free performance, optimal coolant flow, and exceptional surface finish all in one tool. Combining reliability, sturdiness, and cost efficiency The BB732 boring bridges are tailored for use with the Steadyline SM40 shell mill holder, supporting diameters from 114mm to 301mm (…)
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THE WALTER TD610 SUPREME THREAD MILL REDEFINES THE STANDARD
Walter AG’s TD610 Supreme offers high-performance, safe threading mills with durable HiPIMS coating and unique geometry, ensuring extended tool life and superior machining efficiency. With the TD610 Supreme, Walter AG presents a thread milling cutter family that sets new standards in terms of performance and process reliability. The successor to the proven TC610 Supreme not only significantly exceeds its performance and machining times in tests, but also those of the best competitors on (…)
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DRILL BETTER, FASTER AND SMARTER WITH SECO X-TIP DRILL
Seco® X-Tip Drill, the next-generation exchangeable tip drill, is redefining holemaking with a smarter, more sustainable approach. Designed for versatility, speed, and precision, Seco X-Tip Drill simplifies tool management while delivering high-feed performance across all materials and depths. Smarter holemaking for every material Seco X-Tip Drill is engineered to eliminate the need for multiple solid carbide drills. With a single drill body and a range of recyclable carbide tips, users (…)
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WALTER UPGRADES CONEFIT MILLING CUTTERS WITH NEW COATING & SIMPLIFIED ORDERING
Seventeen ConeFit families merged into eight; new WJ30TP coating enhances wear resistance, tool life, vibration reduction, and rapid wear detection. With the upgrade of the ConeFit milling cutters, Walter is presenting the latest version of the interchangeable head system: 17 milling cutter families have been merged into eight and provided with new ordering codes adapted to the current nomenclature. For customers, this means significantly simplified order handling. At the same time, (…)
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PH HORN’S EFFICIENT PROCESSING OF MODERN MATERIALS
With the new type 105 Supermini, PH Horn has succeeded in developing a universal boring tool with sintered chip form geometry. Due to the EU’s REACH and ROHS regulations, the time of these easy-to-machine materials is over in many applications. However, reliable machining must still be possible in the future. With its broad tool portfolio, Paul Horn GmbH has a suitable solution for almost every application. The main problem when machining lead-free alloys, be it brass or free-cutting (…)
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TUNGALOY EXPANDS THE TUNGCUT SERIES WITH STX INSERTS
TungCut delivers high-precision and stable performance in grooving and parting operations through excellent chip control and a high-rigidity clamping structure. Tungaloy Corporation announces the expansion of its TungCut series with the introduction of STX inserts featuring a 3D chipbreaker and PCD grade DX160, providing excellent chip control and surface finish in non-ferrous metal grooving applications. In grooving, parting, and lateral cutting operations on non-ferrous metals such as (…)
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HORN’S EFFICIENT PROCESSING OF MODERN MATERIALS
The alloying of lead in metallic materials has a positive effect on the machining process. Due to the EU’s REACH and ROHS regulations, the time of these easy-to-machine materials is over in many applications. However, reliable machining must still be possible in the future. With its broad tool portfolio, Paul Horn GmbH has a suitable solution for almost every application. The main problem when machining lead-free alloys, be it brass or free-cutting steel, is the lack of reliable chip (…)
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RESPONSIBLE SOURCING OF MINERALS AND METALS AT SECO
Ever wonder where the metals in your everyday products come from? At Seco, we’re committed to making sure our materials — like tungsten, tantalum, tin, gold, and cobalt — are sourced in ways that respect both people and the planet. Why it matters Global standards for responsible business conduct have reshaped how companies source raw materials. These principles require businesses to carefully address the impacts of their operations in supply chains, ensuring they are free from human (…)