The team at Browne & Co are excited to invite you to join us at IMTS 2024, which will be held from September 9-14 at McCormick Place in Chicago. This premier event is a vital opportunity to explore the latest advancements in manufacturing technology, network with industry leaders, and discover innovative solutions that can enhance your operations. There will be participation of several of our key principals at the upcoming show.

Dümmel (Booth: 431481)
As part of Everede's booth, Dümmel will be showcasing their exceptional micro-cutting tools, which are ideal for small-part machining and fine-detail work. Dümmel's product range is designed to meet the highest standards of precision and reliability, ensuring optimal performance in intricate machining tasks.

Everede Tool Company (Booth: 431481)
Everede Tool Company will be showcasing their advanced cutting tools, including indexable tools, boring bars, and other precision cutting instruments. Everede is known for producing high-quality tools that provide superior performance and durability. Their products are designed to meet the rigorous demands of modern machining, offering solutions that increase efficiency and precision in manufacturing processes.

Haimer USA (Booth: 431510)
Haimer will be showcasing their industry-leading tool-holding systems, including shrink-fit technology and high-performance balancing machines. These products are known for their ability to improve machining accuracy, reduce vibration, and extend tool life, ultimately boosting overall efficiency in manufacturing environments. Additionally, Haimer's Power Clamp and Tool Dynamic series provide unmatched reliability in tool clamping and balancing, ensuring top-tier production quality.

Nine9 (Booth: 431481)
Also as part of Everede's booth, Nine9 will be exhibiting their innovative cutting tools that are designed to streamline complex machining processes. Highlighted products include the NC Helix Drill, which ramps at 20° angles, enabling the production of multiple features with a single tool, and the i-Center indexable center drill, which offers extreme repeatability and precision.

Precision Brand Products (Booth: 431781)
Precision Brand will display an extensive array of shim products, toolroom supplies, and maintenance tools at their IMTS booth. Their offerings include slotted shim kits, feeler gauge assortments, and stainless-steel shim stock, all of which are critical components in achieving exact measurements and ensuring the longevity of machinery.

IMTS 2024 is the ideal venue to explore these innovative products and speak directly with the experts who design and produce them. We strongly encourage you to add these booths to your IMTS show planner and take advantage of the opportunity to engage with the cutting-edge technologies that can propel your business forward.

For more information and to plan your visit, please visit IMTS 2024​

Let us know if you will be going and we can join you at one of our principals booths!!

For metalcutting professionals achieving precision in small bore machining has always been a challenge. The Dümmel Ultramini tool-line is designed to meet this challenge head-on, offering an unparalleled solution for turning the smallest bores with ease and precision.  This article is going to explain some of the unique features of the ​Dümmel Ultramini and compare it to some of the other competitors products in the market. 

Why Choose the Dümmel Ultramini?
The Dümmel Ultramini tool-line stands out for several key reasons, making it a great choice for small bore machining. First, the sharp cutting edges of Ultramini tools result in extended tool life, reducing the need for frequent replacements and minimizing downtime. The special cooling channel ensures a stable and eccentric shank part, enhancing overall performance and durability.

Some sizes within the Ultramini range offer a superior length-to-diameter ratio when compared to competitors such as P.H. Horn, Simtek, and Gühring, making the Dümmel Ultramini ideal for deeper and more precise cuts. Generally, toolholders for the Ultramini are less expensive compared to those of other brands, offering a more economical solution without compromising on quality. We'll dig into to some of those details below as well. 

In the U.S., through their exclusive collaboration with Everede Tool, Dümmel stocks G holders with a precision of 0.0004", compared to the 0.0008" precision of competitors. With over 1,000 different standard inserts, the Ultramini line boasts one of the largest standard product ranges available, ensuring that you can find the perfect tool for your specific needs.

The Ultramini range includes a variety of inch-size threading and grooving tools, catering to the diverse needs of the industry. Lastly, the innovative clamping system, with the clamping flat positioned on top of the insert’s shank, ensures a secure and precise hold during operation.

When compared to major US competitors, with P.H. Horn, Simtek and Guhring, the Dümmel Ultramini tool-line offers distinct advantages over several competitors.  Below is breakdown of how Ultramini competes.

​Compatibility with ISCAR PiccoCut Jet Line
Before we take a deep dive into the competitors products let's talk about compatibility.  A key advantage of the Dümmel Ultramini tools is their compatibility with ISCAR PiccoCut Jet Line holders. This compatibility ensures that customers can seamlessly integrate Dümmel tools into their existing setups, maximizing their investment and operational efficiency.

Dümmel vs  P.H. Horn
The Dümmel Ultramini coupling system offers a distinct advantage over the P.H. Horn coupling system in terms of the number of set screws and the clamping method. The Dümmel Ultramini uses two set screws to secure the insert. These set screws clamp onto a flat ground surface on the insert’s shank, ensuring a secure and precise hold. This design provides stability and reduces the likelihood of insert movement during operation, resulting in more accurate machining and longer tool life.

In contrast, the P.H. Horn coupling system uses a different clamping method. It typically relies on a single set screw that clamps onto the radius of the carbide bar. This method is less stable compared to the Dümmel system because clamping onto the radius can allow for slight movements and misalignments, which can impact the precision of the machining process and potentially lead to quicker wear and tear of the tool.
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The key differences between the two systems highlight the superior design and functionality of the Dümmel Ultramini coupling system, making it a more reliable choice for small bore machining.

Dümmel vs Guhring
When comparing Dümmel Ultramini tools to Gühring’s offerings, Dümmel stands out for several reasons. Dümmel Ultramini inserts have exceptionally sharp cutting edges, essential for precision in small bore machining. These sharp edges reduce cutting forces, minimize tool wear, and improve surface finish. In contrast, Gühring’s inserts are not as sharp, leading to higher cutting forces and increased wear over time, which can compromise machining quality.

Dümmel’s sharper inserts also contribute to longer tool life and better performance by creating less friction and heat during cutting, reducing the likelihood of tool degradation. This results in more consistent performance and fewer tool changes. Gühring’s inserts, being less sharp, may require more frequent replacements and can interrupt the machining process.

Dümmel Ultramini tools are designed with tighter tolerances, ensuring a precise fit and stability during machining. This precision is crucial for small bore applications, where minor deviations can significantly impact the final product. Gühring’s inserts, while precise, do not match Dümmel’s level of tight tolerance and stability, affecting machining accuracy.

Dümmel Ultramini tools offer sharper inserts, better performance, higher precision, enhanced cooling and stability, and a more targeted product range compared to Gühring, making Dümmel a superior choice for small bore machining applications.

In January of this year we welcomed a new member to our Browne & Co. sales team and with manufacturing companies opening up again, it's about time we introduce you to Jeff Terrace!

Just before joining Browne & Co in January 2019, Jeff worked at Hoffmann Group, a German cutting tool, hand tool, workstation and storage solutions manufacturer.

Jeff has been working as an InovaTool representative since February of 2019 and recently joined Browne & Company at the beginning of 2020 as our Cutting Tool Specialist. Please send Jeff and email or give him a call to introduce yourself or pick his brain about an application question.

The Dummel Ultramini Xtraline Typ X050 is the Ferrari of mini grooving and boring tools. The modified geometry is specifically designed for high Nickel/Chrome based Superalloys.

They come with an internal coolant bore, chipbreaker, special carbide grade and an optimised cutting edge and shank geometry.

We have seen 200% increase in tool life vs our competition in machining the most difficult to machine materials.

Please call Browne & Company or email us for your nearest, authorized Dummel distributors:
440-463-3970
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