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History of the Centerless Grinder

The centerless grinder boasts a long and sometimes contentious history. During the machine’s early days, it wasn’t unusual to specify that parts “not be ground on a centerless grinder.” But today’s CNC centerless grinding machinesachieve tolerances of 10 millionths of an inch, making them a necessary part of technologically advanced manufacturing processes.The invention of the …

“We Will Grind”

Sung to the tune of “Let It Snow”Oh, our downtime before was frightfulAnd those scrapped parts were never delightfulBut TGS is such a great findWe will grind!  We will grind!  We will grind!Our new centerless won’t be stoppingAnd a full enclosure keeps the floor from soppingOur TGS grinder gives us piece of mindWe will grind!  …

New Centerless Grinder Keeps Pace With Demanding Production Schedule

With words like quality, innovation and superior service defining this global manufacturer, it was only natural that the company would seek a partner with equally high standards when it came time to source its new centerless grinder.As part of its expansive product line, this well-established Midwest-based manufacturer cranks out millions of shafts each year, ranging …

3 Three Things You Need to Know About Centerless Grinding

TGS asked its team to share thoughts and tips about centerless grinding.  Here are the top three things users need to know about centerless grinding. 1.      Make sure you have consistent parts.Stock removal plays a key role in centerless grinding accuracy. If you’re removing different amounts of stock from part lot to part lot, your final …

3 Ways to Get More Production Out Of Your Centerless Grinder

In the fast-paced world of manufacturing, we need to be as efficient as possible to meet production and cost-per-piece goals.  Below are a few sometimes overlooked practices that will increase your production.  Preventive maintenance (PM)Your centerless grinder has been grinding away for hours and perfect parts are flying out of the machine right on schedule. …

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