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The Butler Tool Room
Welcome to the Tool Room
Your Place for Case Studies, Company Updates, and Product Information
Sep 193 min
How to Extend the Life of Your End Mill
How to extend the life of your end mill to help reduce costs and improve efficiency.
Sep 41 min
Case Study: Conical Ball Mill Saves +$65K in Cycle Time Cost
Customer & Challenge: A Maine-based, precision 5 axis capable CNC shop needed to machine complex 15-5PH stainless steel nose cones,...
Aug 151 min
Join Us at IMTS2024: Where Innovation Meets the Future of Manufacturing!
We’re excited to announce that Butler Bros is gearing up to attend the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS ) in Chicago...
Aug 61 min
Case Study: Longer Tool Life Saves Aerospace Customer $130K
Customer & Challenge: A North Carolina-based manufacturer of aerospace and defense components was struggling with their rough milling...
Jul 252 min
Demystifying Abrasives Grits: Understanding the Different Grit Sizes
Understanding abrasive grit sizes and their uses
Jul 113 min
Choosing the Right Abrasive: A Guide to Finding Your Perfect Match
A guide to finding the perfect match when choosing the right abrasives.
Jun 202 min
Decreasing Tool Chatter: Avoid These 6 Common Boring Bar Application Errors
Decrease tool chatter by avoiding these 6 common boring bar mistakes
Jun 61 min
Butler Bros. is Growing: Exciting Expansion News in North Carolina
We are thrilled to announce the construction of our new state-of-the-art office and warehouse space in Greensboro, North Carolina!...
Jun 42 min
Exploring Workholding Options for Enhanced Stability in Machining
Achieving stability and reducing vibrations during machining is essential for producing high-quality parts with precision and efficiency....
May 142 min
Recommended Guidelines for Starter Hole Dimensions in Machining
As a machinist, you know that the foundation of a successful boring operation often starts with the right starter hole. The dimensions of th
Apr 262 min
Chamfer Mills: A Versatile Tool in Modern Machining
In the world of machining, chamfer mills have emerged as a staple in the toolboxes of modern machinists. Known for their versatility and...
Mar 223 min
Thread Milling vs. Tapping: The Pros, Cons, and Use Cases
In the realm of metalworking, the creation of accurate threads in materials is crucial for the integrity and functionality of the final...
Mar 82 min
Precision Cuts: Mastering the Art of Band Saw Blades in Industrial Manufacturing
Band saws serve as indispensable tools in industrial manufacturing, facilitating precise and efficient cuts across a spectrum of...
Mar 13 min
Mastering Metalworking Fluids: A Comprehensive Guide
Metalworking fluids play a pivotal role in modern manufacturing, facilitating efficient machining operations and ensuring the longevity...
Feb 233 min
Maximizing Endmill Longevity: Top 5 Strategies to Extend Tool Life
In the realm of precision machining, the longevity of cutting tools such as endmills is critical for maintaining efficiency, precision,...
Feb 83 min
Introduction to High Efficiency Milling
What makes high efficiency milling so advantageous?
Feb 84 min
Top 3 Drilling Issues and Solutions
Deep hole drilling using precision tooling can present a number of challenges.
Feb 83 min
Coated Abrasives vs Bonded Abrasives
When it comes to manufacturing, abrasives are essential tools that are used for a variety of tasks, including cutting, grinding,...