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How to Use Circle-Segment End Mills to Improve Cycle Time and Surface Finish

October 06, 2022 |

The unique designs of circle-segment cutters—combined with proven material-specific geometries—utilize specialized tool paths to make complex parts faster and better.

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The circle-segment cutter is a revolutionary design of cutting tools that enables the improbable combination of improving cycle time and surface finish. The unique designs—combined with proven material-specific geometries—utilize specialized tool paths to make complex parts faster and better. In this webinar, Kyocera SGS Precision Tools will explore the concept and application of these unique end mills and will show how Kyocera SGS can provide solutions for your next phase in production enhancement.

Agenda:

Definition of a circle-segment cutter
Concept of circle-segment cutting techniques
Material-specific designs and features of Kyocera SGS tapered circle-segment barrel end mills
Real-world production gains and case studies

Presenter 1:

Dave Colton

Sales Director

Dave Colton is the sales director for Kyocera SGS. After leaving school, Dave completed his apprenticeship as a tool maker in Sheffield. Throughout his career spanning 43 years, Dave has gained in-depth knowledge of the cutting tool industry with a particular focus on the aerospace and medical sectors.

Presenter 2:

Barry Ward

Technical and R&D Manager

Barry Ward is the technical and R&D manager at Kyocera SGS. With a flair for outside-the-box engineering creativity and an almost obsessive compulsion to improve machining processes, Barry is the person to go to when challenges take a whole new level. He also loves anything mechanical and the faster, the better. Challenges are his cup of tea.

Presenter 3:

Joao Alves

Senior European Applications Engineer

Joao's area of expertise covers engineering and manufacturing processes with an emphasis on high-performance tooling solutions, machining strategies and assisting customers with process optimization on how best to utilize SGS tooling to machining soft and hard materials, predominantly in the aerospace, medical and automotive industries.

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