How to keep your tools and machines rust-free

Plus: 5 Books for tool & die makers [View this email in a browser]( JULY 2023 [logo] [home]( [forum]( [youtube]( Preparing Your Machine Shop for Unexpected Weather Severe weather and machine tools don’t mix. That’s why Okuma outlined best practices and precautionary measures you can take to protect your machines when tornadoes hit, lightning strikes or when other extreme weather conditions just won’t quit. Here are some tips and best practices for preparing and protecting your CNC machine. [learn more]( [Preparing Your Machine Shop for Unexpected Weather]( Shape the future Aluminum is conquering a wide range of applications, providing reductions in weight and production time. Walter Tools now offers solid carbide inch tools specifically designed to deliver ultimate results in aluminum. Achieve higher material removal rates, superior finishes and faster cycle times — learn more about the latest offerings now. [watch video]( [Shape the future]( FROM THE EZINE How to keep your tools and machines rust-free Find effective ways to keep your machines rust-free in this comprehensive manual. Plus, top rust removal products! Don't let rust slow you down. [read more]( 5 Books for tool & die makers For those looking to elevate their skills and excel in the trade, check out these essential books for mastering the art of tool and die making. [read more]( The Future of Chip Control Starts Here Experience the ground-breaking VariMill Chip Splitters series of end mills from WIDIA. Achieve exceptional chip control while maximizing productivity with longer axial depth of cuts and deep pocket machining. With 5- and 7-flute configurations available, unequal flute spacing ensures superior vibration dampening for the best possible wall finishes. [learn more]( [The Future of Chip Control Starts Here]( FROM THE CNC MACHINING FORUM How deep should I bore soft jaws? My CNC lathe has a 6” hydraulic chuck and hydraulic tailstock. I’m trying to machine a part... [read post and replies]( CNC lathe help Hello all, I have this CNC lathe. It's a Mighty Viper and I'm trying to post a test program using... [read post and replies]( Small-Diameter Milling Cutters vs. Solid Carbide Endmills Which tool would minimize costs and maximize productivity in your milling operations: solid carbide endmills or small-diameter milling cutters with indexable inserts? Watch this video for the answer and to learn about the benefits of ISCAR's small-diameter milling cutters and why they're an excellent alternative for solid carbide tools. [watch video]( [Small-Diameter Milling Cutters vs. Solid Carbide Endmills]( Revealed: New Mastercam 2024 Multiaxis Features The newest release of Mastercam is live, and the recently added features are making improvements! Unlock the power of multiaxis machining with the latest enhancements in Mastercam 2024. From colored selection displays to superior deburring toolpaths, learn about the new programming tools designed to elevate your productivity and precision. [learn more]( [Revealed: New Mastercam 2024 Multiaxis Features]( POPULAR PICKS [LPS #3 Aerosol Rust Inhibitor]( LPS #3 Aerosol Rust Inhibitor Keep your machine tools like new with LPS #3 rust inhibitor. The aerosol format allows you to quickly coat tools, parts and components to withstand even the most humid machine shop or shipping environments. [view product]( [Basic Diemaking]( Basic Diemaking Expand your knowledge of diemaking! This book provides apprentice and journeyman die-makers with a thorough repository of the basic details and techniques of die theory and practice. [view book]( [logo] 4853 N. Ravenswood | Chicago, IL 60640 | chatter@practicalmachinist.com Copyright © 2023 Practical Machinist, LLC [Privacy Policy]( [Unsubscribe]( [ ]