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SGS round solid carbide tool libraries available for MastercamCNC Software Inc. announced a new partnership with KYOCERA SGS Precision Tools (KSPT) to provide tool libraries to the Mastercam user base.

“CNC Software is proud to partner with KYOCERA SGS Precision Tools. We’re excited to offer ten specialty series tool libraries of SGS tools in a native Mastercam tool library format for download,” says Stas Mylek, partnership program manager, CNC Software, Inc. “As a result, Mastercam users gain fast, seamless access to the latest high-performance SGS round solid carbide cutting tools,” Mylek continued.

With this collaboration, Mastercam users can download both inch and metric SGS round solid carbide cutting tool libraries from the Mastercam Tech Exchange. The native Mastercam 3D tool databases are fully compatible with Mastercam 2020 and subsequent releases. These offer the latest KSPT innovations and SGS product introductions, including their latest Z-Carb HPR roughing line and H-Carb end mills for Dynamic Milling. The native libraries represent more than 12,000 tools including ferrous and non-ferrous cutting tools ranging from end mills, routers, micro tools, and drills, to reamers and countersinks.

Mark Stockinger, vice president - sales and marketing, KYOCERA SGS Precision Tools, stated, “We’re excited to team up with Mastercam. This partnership provides the Mastercam user base of over 275,000 with direct import of SGS-branded round solid carbide cutting tools, along with tool data to use on their projects and jobs. This time-saving benefit gives more users access to the latest product innovations we have to offer.” 

Solar Atmospheres adds sixth all-metal hot zone furnace
Solar Atmospheres recently installed another all-metal hot zone vacuum furnace at its 1969 Clearview Road facility in Souderton, PA. This is Solar’s sixth all-metal hot zone furnace installation, and the fourth for their climate-controlled room.  The furnace is a new Mentor model, built by sister company Solar Manufacturing, has a working zone of 12" x 12" x 18", and is the first of its kind. The additional furnace increases Solar’s capacity for processing sensitive materials such as PH stainless, nickel-based superalloys, titanium, and ferritic / austenitic stainless steels, yet focuses on smaller lots and one-off items. The furnace makes it possible to reap the benefits of an all-metal furnace while minimizing the overall cost.

Seco Tools adds regional manager – Canada; Seco Assistant app by Seco Tools
Brad Andrews has joined Seco North America as regional manager – Canada. Andrews is responsible for leading the Canadian team and developing and implementing the North America sales strategy to drive growth. Canada is an important market for Seco, and we believe Andrews brings the right combination of experience and market knowledge to successfully lead Canada going forward. Responsibilities include leading and coaching the sales team, maximizing engagement and sales with channel partners, and personal development in the role. His previous work experiences, strong leadership and organizational skills allows Andrews to best support the Canadian sales efforts of Seco Tools.

Seco Assistant puts the product information and tools you really need at your fingertips without the need for internet searches or catalog research, even when you are offline.

Seco Assistant’s machining calculator gives you turning, milling, and holemaking data for any brand including feeds, speeds and material removal rate. The Tool Comparison function gives you Seco tool recommendations and alternatives to other manufacturer’s inserts, while the Suggest function helps you find the right tooling option and cutting strategies for specific jobs.

You can search for products by item, number, designation, or grade, or simply scan the code on the packaging.

The app is developed for maximum convenience and ease of use, with a small download size and a clean, clear interface.

TITANS of CNC, Haimer USA join forces
Haimer USA has partnered with TITANS of CNC. Titan Gilroy, CEO and founder of TITANS of CNC is focused on developing and delivering high-level manufacturing education through the TITANS of CNC: Academy and Aerospace Academy. Over the past few years, TITANS of CNC has reshaped the way manufacturing education is approached and delivered. With its free, online, video-based, step by-step, training system, TITANS of CNC continues to provide real solutions to real manufacturing problems.

As part of the collaboration, Haimer USA introduced various industry leading products to Titan so he can implement the HAIMER technology into his academies and teach his students about how HAIMER products provide consistent solutions for machinists to increase their productivity.

“We are excited to be working with Titan and his team,” says Haimer USA President Brendt Holden, “Through the TITANS of CNC: Academy, together we will be able to educate operators on why our system solution of balancing, presetting, shrinking and measuring are so important to implement in machine shops.”

“TITANS of CNC is proud to partner with HAIMER who is a world leader in the area of shrink fit, balancing, and presetting technology,” says Titan Gilroy – CEO of TITANS of CNC, “We are excited to introduce our audience to these incredible products and solutions and we look forward to using them to help teach the trade at the highest level.”