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A Guided Tour Through the NEW Unilock Workholding Catalog
Posted on 25. Feb, 2013 by BK.
BIG Kaiser now offers its extensive line of workholding options all in one, easy-to-use place. The new Unilock Zero-Point Clamping System Catalog, Vol. 1 covers the gamut of workholding products, each designed to provide the flexibility to function seamlessly with existing workholding systems, or to act as a stand-alone solution. Multi-axis systems have been wildly popular [...]
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Flexible, Adaptable 5-Axis Workholding Solutions Keep Spindles Running
Posted on 06. Feb, 2013 by BK.
BIG Kaiser brings flexible workholding to 5-axis machine tables by surrounding Unilock zero-point quick-change receivers with a grid pattern. The benefits of 5-axis machines are greatest when workholding is based on the size and shape of the workpiece instead of the limitations of the table interface. By providing multiple workholding opportunities, Unilock users quickly integrate [...]
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How-To: Difficult to remove packaging
Posted on 03. Jan, 2013 by BK.
We’ve all been there…. aggressively pulling apart children’s tightly packaged toys or attempting to remove scissor-resistant, rock solid plastic from a back-up alarm clock bought at the local Walgreens. Packaging can cause unnecessary headaches and at BIG Kaiser, we realize the same is true for some of our smaller tools, like Sphinx micro drills. Although [...]
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Micro Drills Lead to Massive Results
Posted on 04. Dec, 2012 by BK.
Sphinx, known for its specialization in the precision drilling niche, as well as its fine craftsmanship and know-how, has formed a longstanding partnership and trust with one of the world’s most innovative manufacturers, Aeschilimann AG Décolletages. We found this article by Konrad Mücke in Swiss publication, Swiss Quality Production, addressing the unique requirements of micro [...]
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Playing the Prevent Defense with Tool Measuring Systems
Posted on 15. Nov, 2012 by BK.
Just as your car’s health depends on regular oil changes and tune-ups, your shop tools and equipment require preventive maintenance to stay in good working order and to maximize life cycle. BIG Kaiser engineers talk to their customers about preventative measures right from the moment of installation because, according to Doug Sumner, Product Manager, Tool [...]
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Fall Focus Products: Finish Strong in 2012 with the BIG Daishowa Speed Finisher
Posted on 18. Oct, 2012 by BK.
As job shops across the country are looking to remain as productive as possible through the end of the year, BIG Kaiser is already answering their needs in the third edition of the 2012 Focus Products Campaign. Mirror-like Surface Finish With High Cutting Efficiency Improve surface finish on aluminum and cast iron workpieces during high [...]
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Fall Focus Products: Power through the Remainder of 2012 with the Sphinx Power-Phoenix
Posted on 10. Oct, 2012 by BK.
Stay productive and profitable for the balance of the year by taking advantage of the third edition of the 2012 Focus Products Campaign. The Sphinx Power-Phoenix is one Focus Product that addresses an extremely common job shop operation – drilling. Optimal Performance in Deep-Hole Applications The most notable feature about the Power-Phoenix is the optimal performance in deep-hole applications [...]
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Insights from IMTS: Integration Key to Workholding Solutions
Posted on 27. Sep, 2012 by BK.
Trade show floors can prove to be challenging atmospheres. This year’s IMTS was composed of more than 100,000 attendees and 1,000 individual companies, each vying for attention. This can create a competitive atmosphere that pushes booth operators and experts to focus on themselves during those valuable few minutes of face time with a potential customer. [...]
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Insights from IMTS: Where’s the Digital Boring Head?
Posted on 20. Sep, 2012 by BK.
We have been asking some of our product experts what sorts of trends they were hearing about in our booth, what products have been gaining momentum, and we received a variety of well-thought out answers – but we’ll get to those in the next blog post. Because according to Matt Tegelman, Applications Manager and Products [...]
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Eye on IMTS: Spoiler Alert, BIG Kaiser Unveils New Tooling
Posted on 06. Sep, 2012 by BK.
See BIG Kaiser’s new products at our booth, #W-1600 next week at IMTS. Can’t make it in person, or want a sneak preview of what we’ll be revealing? Check out the products below: BIG Daishowa’s newest solution in extended reach arbor technology, the Smart Damper (Pat. P), features a unique dynamic damping system that eliminates [...]

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