When it comes to precision and high-quality toolholding, we know the tools themselves only count as part of the equation – proper education on best practices and product overviews is just as crucial in getting the most out of your tooling.
About once every month, Senior Engineer and Center for Machining Excellence Manager David McHenry takes time out of his daily routine to create brand-new TechChats for our REGO-FIX Group YouTube channel, providing innovative insights and valuable tips and tricks on a variety of different tooling topics. These videos supply viewers a front-row seat to smarter manufacturing with David’s fresh takes on manufacturing, ranging from toolholding techniques to necessary preventive maintenance to enhancing shop-floor productivity and more.
Experience these educational revelations for yourself as we review the top three most-watched TechChats in REGO-FIX history.
1. Toolholding – CAT vs. HSK
Sitting at first place, this TechChat features David explaining the difference between CAT (steep taper) and HSK (hollow taper) toolholding processes along with providing some insight on when to properly use them. He also includes an overall view of where the machine tool market is currently headed between these toolholding products.
To view the full TechChat video, click here.
2. Floating Holders
The second most-viewed TechChat showcased our wide range of floating holders – from mini to standard size – and provided valuable educational expertise with David’s technical insights on how to properly use a floating holder vs. a rigid holder, including when it’s the right time to make the change to this technology and add to your toolbox.
To view the full TechChat video, click here.
3. Selecting the Correct ER Collet
Last but certainly not least, our third most-viewed TechChat focused on identifying which ER collet is the right collet for your specific toolholding setup, especially when you’re in a pinch for a fast solution and want to avoid being led astray with a quick fix. David walks viewers through the selection process and the overall limitations of the ER collet to ensure you’re using the right collet for the right job.
To view the full TechChat video, click here.
After wrapping up yet another innovative year, we look forward to what 2025 will bring with brand-new discoveries and even more involvement within our manufacturing community, both local and around the world. Thank you for tuning in and being part of the REGO-FIX community — we’re excited to bring you even more tech insights and industry-leading solutions in 2025!
To see our entire TechChat library, check out our TechChat YouTube playlist.