Diebold Analog and Digital Pull Force Gauges
August 1, 2026Accutek now offers Diebold analog (indicator style) and digital pull force gauges. Pull force gauges from Diebold are used to evaluate the pull-in forces of clamping systems in machine spindles. The mechanical pull force gauges from Diebold measure accuracy ±3% and are available in all machining center spindle taper styles.
"The pull-in forces of the clamping elements in the spindle can decrease due to fatigue spring assemblies, dry running of the grippers, or wear," noted a company spokesperson. "If the clamping force ho...
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CERATIZIT Appoints Dones as Sales Director of Northern U.S.
August 1, 2026Troy Wilt, Managing Director of CERATIZIT USA, has announced the appointment of Chris Dones as Sales Director, Northern U.S. & Canada. With a proven track record of sales leadership and technical expertise and more than 25 years of industry experience, Dones' background in CNC programming and machining applications aligns with customer needs for performance-driven results.
Dones began his career as a machinist and toolmaker, building a foundation in machining processes and tooling applications. He has since held roles including appli...
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STS Ramps Up Program Automation for Educators and Industry Partners
August 1, 2026The National Institute for Metalworking Skills' (NIMS) Smart Training Solutions (STS) platform for Career and Technical Education (CTE) and On-the-Job Training (OJT) enables organizations to train with transparency and precisely track progress-both in the lab and on an actual manufacturing floor. Visitors to NIMS booth 11710, North Building, Level 1 in the Smartforce Student Summit, will be able to view live demonstrations of this progressive platform.
STS for CTE streamlines the certification process and keeps training aligned with indu...
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Precision Metalforming Association Elects Zuzick as Chair of the Board
August 1, 2026The Precision Metalforming Association (PMA) has elected Chris Zuzick as its 2026 Chair of the Board. Zuzick is the Vice President of Waukesha Metal Products in Sussex, WI. Brian Murphy, President of Eagle Metals in Leesport, PA, will serve as Vice Chair and Treasurer. Zuzick and Murphy will serve one-year terms.
Zuzick succeeds outgoing PMA Board Chair Gene Lambert, Vice President of Sales of Batesville, IN-based Batesville Tool & Die, Inc.
"I am grateful for the opportunity to serve as PMA's chair and to work alongside so m...
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High-Precision 5-Axis Horizontal Milling-Turning Machining Center
August 1, 2026Mitsui Seiki USA will showcase the high-performance HU63A-5XT 5-axis HMC in booth 338700 South Building at IMTS 2026.
"Designed for next-generation aerospace manufacturing, this high-precision mill-turn system provides aerospace manufacturers with sophisticated accurate milling and turning capabilities for complete part processing from roughing to finishing in a single set-up, virtually ensuring that even the most complex components are machined to spec the first time around," said a company spokesperson. "This is especially i...
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Tooling for Swiss-Style Machines
August 1, 2026At IMTS 2026, booth 432201, Platinum Tooling Technologies, Inc., the exclusive importer of Heimatec live tools and angle heads, will display a variety of complementary products designed to enhance the capabilities of Swiss CNC lathes, including such popular brands as Citizen, Star and Tsugami. In addition to the live tooling and angle heads, Platinum will display speed multipliers in gear ratios of 1:2, 1:3 and 1:4 with max. speeds to 48,000 RPM to significantly boost production in the busy shop. Live and static tools and speeders for Swiss mac...
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