Tips to clean your parts

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[watch video]( [New ISO-P grades from CERATIZIT promise up to 20% longer tool life]( FROM THE EZINE Tips to clean your parts You got the part machined to spec - but now, you're dealing with residues and contamination from the machining process. From weld spatters, to coolant oil, to general shop dirt - properly cleaning your parts prior to shipping is an essential skill. [read more]( Workholding 101 Knowing how to machine a part is one thing - but holding your workpiece is the other critical part of the equation. Should you be using a vise, custom fixturing, or hold-down clamps? Learn what to use and when with this handy article. [read more]( EZ Does it… Experience unmatched precision and versatility with Kyocera's All-Inclusive EZ Bar Tooling Series! 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