The basic engine lathe, one of the most widely used machine tools, is very versatile when used by a skilled machinist. However, it is not particularly efficient when many identical parts must be ...

Boring, also called internal turning, is used to increase the inside diameter of a hole. The original hole is made with a drill, or it may be a cored hole in a casting. Boring achieves three things: ...

Being a power tool brand aimed at professionals, it's no surprise that Makita makes some highly specialized tools for ...

Methods Machine Tools Inc., A supplier of machine tools and automation solutions, has hired Jon Casten as Vice President of Aftermarket. Casten, who has more than 25 years of experience leading ...

A newly published patent from Flashforge describes a filament cutting mechanism that stays out of the build area until the instant it is needed.