This week the Scientific Cutting Tools team discusses the impact of trade and manufacturing policies on the tungsten carbide market. China's reduced tungsten mining has led to a significant supply shortage, exacerbated by increased global demand, particularly for munitions post-Ukraine crisis. Tariffs on imported tungsten from China have further raised costs, with prices rising from $340 to $600 per metric ton. The team also touches on US Manufacturing inflation, tariffs, and labor shortages,...
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This week the Scientific Cutting Tools team discusses the impact of trade and manufacturing policies on the tungsten carbide market. China's reduced tungsten mining has led to a significant supply shortage, exacerbated by increased global demand, particularly for munitions post-Ukraine crisis. Tariffs on imported tungsten from China have further raised costs, with prices rising from $340 to $600 per metric ton. The team also touches on US Manufacturing inflation, tariffs, and labor shortages,...
How Solid Carbide Drills Are Revolutionizing Machining
Behind the Cut
10 minutes
7 months ago
How Solid Carbide Drills Are Revolutionizing Machining
This episode of Behind The Cut dives into how solid carbide drills are improving tool life, performance, and part quality. From coolant through design to optimized drill kits, the team shares shop-floor insights on speed, geometry, and design choices that set these tools apart!
Behind the Cut
This week the Scientific Cutting Tools team discusses the impact of trade and manufacturing policies on the tungsten carbide market. China's reduced tungsten mining has led to a significant supply shortage, exacerbated by increased global demand, particularly for munitions post-Ukraine crisis. Tariffs on imported tungsten from China have further raised costs, with prices rising from $340 to $600 per metric ton. The team also touches on US Manufacturing inflation, tariffs, and labor shortages,...
