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Sharpening Carbide Tools vs Replacing Them: What Makes Sense?
Should you resharpen or replace? This guide breaks down when sharpening carbide tools truly pays off—and when it doesn’t.
Showcasing Minnesota Manufacturing on a Global Stage
NTM Joins Governor Walz and the Minnesota Trade Office for MedTech Trade Mission to Europe This November, NTM was honored to join Governor Tim Walz, the Minnesota Trade Office, and a select group of Minnesota businesses on a weeklong trade mission to Europe. Designed to highlight Minnesota’s global leadership across industries, including the Minnesota manufacturing […]
How to Tell if Your Cutting Tool Is Failing Before It Costs You
Your tools are talking—learn the signs of cutting tool failure before it hits your parts or your profits.
How to Repair Your Commercial Tools
In any precision-driven machine shop or manufacturing environment, well-maintained cutting tools are essential for efficient production, consistent part quality, and reduced downtime. Whether you’re working with drills, reamers, end mills, or specialty tooling, understanding how to repair and restore these assets can save time and money while extending the life of your tooling investment. At […]
Carbide vs. Non-Carbide Tool Sharpening
Sharpening isn’t one-size-fits-all. Carbide and non-carbide tools behave differently under heat, pressure, and wear, so your approach should match the material and the job. The goal is simple: restore predictable cutting without introducing new variables. Use the guidance below to choose when to sharpen, when to replace, and how to keep production calm—whether you’re dealing […]