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3D modeling software technology combined with our engineering knowledge and experience allows us to have an edge on helping design custom tooling specific to each application, hole and need. Being...

We recently completed a case study that supports our pledge of "Lowest Cost Per Hole Guaranteed." We reviewed the number of holes achieved in carbide, outboard tipped PCD, and our...

How to Handle PCD: The EdgeX4 can often successfully be in a tool holder in production for years. In this video, we will discuss how to care for your drill,...

Why Cross-Centered: Our industry-changing drill is called the EdgeX4. This cross-center tipped PCD drill is faster, stronger, longer-lasting, and more efficient than other drills today. Discover more about this drill,...

Why PCD: There are 5 basic types of drill bits used in manufacturing today. In this video, you'll learn a little bit about them and their uses. We'll also introduce...

Inspecting PCD when it's dirty can cause the edge to appear damaged in some form (cracks, chips, etc). Lets take a look at an easy cleaning method prior to inspection...

Although PCD is very hard and can hold up a very long time in cutting tool applications, it can also be very brittle if it touches another hard surface. A...

Carbide and PCD – the evolution of West Ohio Tool proprietary specials tool development Up until the discovery that PCD brazing to carbide increased durability, carbide was the solid choice...