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Milling cutters
News Release from: Kennametal UK | Subject: Tooling packages - milling, drilling
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 09 November 2005
Tooling package cut machining time by
half
In manufacturing engine casings for Airbus, a package of tools and applications cut machining time at a supplier in half and reduced its costs by 25%.
In the aerospace industry, performance and productivity are vital Manufacturers work tirelessly to produce airframes, jet engines and other components that are safer, faster, more durable and more cost effective
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 9 Nov 2005 at 8.00am (UK)
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They are reaching these heights by working as a partner with Kennametal.
We can develop turnkey solutions for our customers that combine advanced materials and next-generation technology with superior levels of service and support.
One example of this process is Kennametal's work on the Airbus A380.
When a customer needed to realise cost improvements in manufacturing engine casings for Airbus, we responded by developing a package of tools and applications that cut their machining time in half and reduced their costs by 25 percent.
Kennametal has introduced a wide variety of new products to meet the requirements of our clients within the Aerospace and Defence industry including Mill 1-Max, our newest high-speed, high-feed tool for aluminium milling, and high-performance tools for cutting titanium and other materials.
Kennametal also serves as a valuable partner for aerospace manufacturers who want to enter foreign markets.
Drawing on Kennametal's established presence in more than 60 countries, we pave the way for these customers to set up their manufacturing facilities and supply chains, and we provide them with the products, applications and service they need to make their global growth a success.
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