Seco recently introduced the company’s new CX1 and CX2 polycrystalline diamond (PCD) drills for composite holemaking. The new diamond-tip technology eliminates issues with uncut fibers or delamination in composite machining, and has allowed the company to successfully develop the industry’s first PCD three-flute geometry (CX1) for composite drilling.

Seco has announced the introduction of X4, a new multi-edged, tangential tool for grooving and parting off of small components. Available in cutting widths from 0.031” – 0.093”, X4’s inserts minimize material consumption in parting off and enable precise grooving and copying of small and medium-sized complex parts. Performance is further enhanced through X4’s tangential insert bodies that ensure high rigidity, stability and productivity.

Seco Tools recently debuted the company’s new EBP 5672 collet chuck for high-precision machining. The new collet chuck combines the accuracy of shrink-fit and hydraulic chucks with the flexibility of a collet chuck for reduced run-out, increased torque capabilities and greater productivity.

To continue the success of its Turbo 10 series of square shoulder milling cutters and provide manufacturers with increased machining flexibility in tough materials, Seco Tools is expanding the product line to include more inserts with new geometries and radii as well as helical cutters.      

SECO's Don Halas explains the company's most recent innovations in threading products for the oil industry.

At IMTS 2012, Seco Tools will showcase a broad range of metal cutting solutions and technologies for turning, milling and holemaking applications in booth W-1564.

Troy, Michigan – Seco has announced the launch of a new website designed to provide support to manufacturers serving the automotive industry. The site also provides information of value to manufacturers producing components for agricultural, construction and small engine applications.

Seco has launched a promotion to allow manufacturers who turn cast iron to experience the benefits of the newly launched TK Grades inserts. Under the program, manufacturers working with cast iron can request a free TK Grade sample insert by visiting http://tkpromo.secotools.com, a website that has been optimized for use on smartphones.

Florence, KY – Mazak announced in early June that it has certified Seco Tools, a provider of metalcutting solutions for milling, turning, holemaking, and toolholding, as a new member of Mazak’s Value Inspired Partners (VIP) program. The Mazak program was created to inspire and foster higher levels of cooperation among producers of complementary products to provide manufacturers with total solutions.

Seco Tools has announces the availability of its Feedmax SD230A solid carbide 30xD drill, which was designed for applications in the automotive, oil and gas, mold and die, medical and general engineering industries. The drill is offered in diameters ranging from 4 – 10 mm as standard, with 3 mm available as semi-standard.