Tooling & Workholding

Clamping, cutting tools, thread repair and wire preparation.

End Mill Types: Flutes, Helix and Geometry

Fewer flutes clear chips better; more flutes give a finer finish. How flute count, helix, end shape, centre cutting and shank type change an end mill.

October 22, 2026

Cutting Tool Materials: HSS, Cobalt, Carbide and Coatings Compared

How high-speed steel, cobalt, carbide and coatings differ, and how to match a cutting tool material to the job.

September 21, 2026

Tool Holder Tapers Explained: BT, CAT, HSK and ER Collets

How BT, CAT and HSK tool holders differ, why they are not interchangeable, and how ER collets grip a tool.

September 21, 2026

Tap Drill Sizes and Thread Engagement

Learn how to calculate tap drill sizes for 75% thread engagement, reduce torque, and choose the right tap type for blind or through holes.

August 11, 2026

Crimp Quality: Ferrules, Lugs and Inspection

Intermittent panel faults usually trace back to a bad crimp.

August 11, 2026

Workholding: Clamping Principles and Device Types

A practical guide to the 3‑2‑1 locating principle, the difference between locating and clamping, and how to select toggle, screw, cam or power clamps.

August 11, 2026

Drill Selection: Point Geometry, Coatings and Materials

A practical guide to choosing drill point angles, helix, material, and coating for optimal performance across metals, plastics, and deep‑hole applications.

August 11, 2026

Insulated Tools and Electrical Work Equipment

A practical guide to 1000 V insulated‑tool standards, VDE markings, inspection, storage, and how they fit into a safe de‑energise‑and‑verify workflow.

August 11, 2026