What’s New in CNC Lathe Workholding? (Video)

CNC lathes are the most common machine tools found in every machine shop around the nation. But are you taking advantage of the latest technology in lathe workholding for your applications and processes?

Take Another Look

For example, if you haven’t checked out the advances in face drivers lately, take another look! Find out about the advanced capabilities of today’s workholding options in this brief video.

Check out the video and learn more about:

• The ease, efficiency and flexibility of 3-Jaw Chucks and Quick Change Chucks
• What’s new with Face Drivers – why the old fears about turning the shaft in the face driver may no longer be a concern
• Why a Collet Chuck may be the best choice for thin-walled parts

If you’re ready to bring the latest lathe workholding technology into your shop, Partners in THINC members Schunk, Riten, SMW Autoblok, Kitagawa, and Hainbuch (collets) will be happy to help you. Or check with your usual workholding provider.

Got questions about how to optimize lathe workholding for your applications? Feel free to comment below or contact us. And send us your ideas for future video blogs – we’re here to help YOU!

Jeff Estes is Director of Partners in THINC, Okuma America Corporation