While Hank Matousek Sr. was perfectly content in his position as quality control manager at a bearing company during the late 1960s and early ‘70s, he had no idea that his employer’s growing financial woes and a pending layoff would become his surprise catalysts to found Grind All. Not surprising, though, was that Matousek’s background …
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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 …
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With the information in this blog, you’ll be able to better draft your centerless grinder RFQ, an integral part of the buying process. As you search for the ideal supplier and decide who will be sent the RFQ for your centerless grinder, you should ask questions — lots of them — of potential vendors. …
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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 …
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If you’re like the rest of us, you’re getting more and more obsessed with technology. The world of machine tools is not immune to the rapid pace of technological advancement. From the latest in 3D modeling to nanotechnology to intelligent maintenance systems, technology is virtually impossible to avoid in the manufacturing workplace. Here are ways …
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Lose weight? Exercise more? Those might be excellent resolutions for the common folk, but centerless grinder users are a special group. Let’s start the year by focusing on resolutions specifically designed to improve your centerless grinding operations. Here are eight resolutions every centerless grinder user must keep to ensure prosperity and success in 2016. Let …
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Few things are as unpleasant as having to take a problem to your boss, especially when it’s because one of your most reliable machine tools is acting up. But there’s no need to be shaking in your boots when you approach Mr. or Ms. Slate. First, do your homework by searching for potential causes of …
Quality is an essential part of who we are. And while we make every effort to present you with useful information and not an ad, we want you to know that our focus on quality is serious and unwavering. That’s why this month’s blog focuses on one of Total Grinding Solutions’ (TGS) unique gems: our …
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With thousands of displays competing for your attention at this year’s IMTS, deciding where to start and what to see can be overwhelming. We know that you’re eager to discover all the great solutions and machinery on exhibit, but we want to make sure that Total Grinding Solutions (TGS) is on your must-see list, and …
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“Come and show me another city with lifted head singing so proud to be alive and coarse and strong and cunning…proud to be Hog Butcher, Tool Maker, Stacker of Wheat, Player with Railroads and Freight Handler to the Nation.” ― Carl SandburgTotal Grinding Solutions (TGS) is proud to support the city of Chicago and the …
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