Platinum Tooling  

16 East Piper Lane
Suite 128
Prospect Heights,  IL  60070

United States
847-749-0633
http://www.platinumtooling.com

• Booth: 5148

Platinum Tooling Technologies, Inc., located in the Chicagoland area, supplies its growing North American customer base with an extensive inventory of machine tool accessories. Its experienced staff is dedicated to providing the most innovative tooling technology. Platinum Tooling serves the automotive, aerospace, medical, woodworking, composites and other industries, with precision tooling from various globally recognized suppliers. These lines include standard and custom Live Tools and Angle Heads from heimatec GmbH, Swiss Type Collets & Guide Bushings from Tecnicrafts Industries, Mechanical, Air, & Motor Speeders from Henninger, QUICK Knurling & Marking tools from Hommel + Keller, Shrink Fit Tool Holders from Rineck & Broaching Tools from REV.  

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• Stop by and save! (Apr 05, 2023)

  Stop by the Platinum Tooling booth, #5148, at Eastec to say “hello” and receive a 25% discount on all new purchases from our precision machine tool accessory lines. Our experienced staff is eager to share what’s new at Platinum Tooling.

  From guide bushings to live tools to machining center tools, we are committed to supplying only the highest quality products designed to maximize productivity and improve overall processing. There is no better time than now to order machine tool accessories from Platinum Tooling. Don't wait, this special offer isn't going to last forever! All orders must be placed by June 15, 2023.

 Press Releases

• Hommel + Keller Quick Knurling Tools Now Available From Platinum Tooling (Mar 13, 2023)

  QUICK knurling and marking tools used in various industries including medical, aerospace, automotive and mechanical engineering

  Platinum Tooling, the importer and master distributor of live tools, angle heads, marking tools, Swiss tools and multi-spindle tools manufactured by various global suppliers, is now the North American importer of the QUICK knurling and marking tools from Hommel & Keller.  The announcement was made by Platinum Tooling president, Preben Hansen, at headquarters in Prospect Heights, Illinois, near Chicago.

  A longtime global leader in high-end knurling and marking tools, Hommel & Keller manufactures the QUICK line with a combination of function and innovation. Quality, precision and stability are the key principals used to make QUICK tools successful. Furthermore, the company prides itself on a rich history of providing customized solutions for its customers.

  The QUICK product spectrum offers innovative solutions for diverse knurling technology applications. For both form knurling and cut knurling, QUICK fulfills the most stringent quality standards and masters difficult tasks. Knurling tools are available for use on a wide range of workpiece diameters, including small tools for Swiss type lathes from Ø 1.5 mm.

  QUICK marking tools make it possible to mark workpieces in seconds on a variety of surfaces and part geometries.  Through single marking segments, the marking text can be individually customized. Tools are available in two diameters for interchangeable lettering, as well as custom logos.

  These tools are used whenever absolute precision and first-rate surface quality are needed. Examples include medical and dental instruments, watches, fishing gear, windshield wiper shafts, barbells, screwdriver bits, fittings, connectors plus welding and cutting equipment.  

  To download the full catalog, click: https://platinumtooling.com/catalog/quick-catalog/

• Rineck Shrink Fit Tooling and Machine Technology Now Available From Platinum Tooling in the United States and Mexico (Mar 13, 2023)

  Platinum Tooling, the importer and master distributor of live tools, angle heads, Swiss machine products, knurling and marking tools manufactured by various international suppliers, is now the importer of Rineck shrink fit tooling and shrink fit machine technology in the United States and Mexico. The announcement was made by Platinum Tooling president, Preben Hansen, at their headquarters in Prospect Heights, Illinois, near Chicago.

  Established in 1966, Rineck started as a job shop for small parts, then became a producer of hydraulic parts for the mining industry and is now a globally recognized manufacturer of tool holding technology. Rineck’s investment in state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment and commitment to innovation, research and development allows them to constantly look for ways to   achieve the optimal balance of quality, consistency and affordability.    

  Rineck offers standard and custom shrink fit tool holders with various connections including CAT, HSK, BT, SK, PSC and straight shank extensions. In addition, ER shrink fit collets are available. For added rigidity, flange or dual contact holders are available for CAT and BT tapers.  A clamping range from 3 mm to 32 mm is possible for both slim and standard styles. All tools are available in inch and metric sizes.   

  Rineck produces a wide range of standard shrink fit tool holders as well as custom tooling.  In addition to standard 4.5° taper tools, 3° slim and extra slim tools are available. Most holders come standard with length adjusting screws. Coolant delivery to the cutting tool can be achieved either through the center or flange of the tool holder utilizing coolant jets or slots.      

  In addition to shrink fit tool holders, Platinum Tooling will offer shrink fit machine technology.  Equipped with an elevation cooling system, heated tools can be moved to a cooling tank with a push of a button. The machine’s smart design keeps accessories stored but close at hand during operation. 

  For this new line of shrink fit tooling and machine technology, Platinum Tooling will handle application engineering, sales and service through a network of distributors across the United States and Mexico.  

• Platinum Tooling Now Offers REV Broaching Tools (Mar 15, 2023)

  Platinum Tooling, the importer and master distributor of live tools, angle heads, Swiss machine products, knurling and marking tools manufactured by various international suppliers, will now carry REV broaching tools exclusively in North America. This announcement was made by Platinum Tooling president, Preben Hansen, at their headquarters in Prospect Heights, Illinois, near Chicago.

  REV S.R.L., located in Northern Italy, is the manufacturer of innovative broaching solutions for CNC lathes and machining centers. The tools are ideal for machining simple keyways or internal and external profiles, both teeth and splines. Common profiles including square and hexagon are easily achieved and custom profiles are available. REV Broaching Tools offer excellent performance with long insert life and high surface quality.

  The REV motorized broaching tool is designed for use on live tool lathes. Single machine set-up eliminates the need for secondary operation or outsourcing. REV tools are ideal for high production runs, offer easy installation and fast processing time. These tools are designed for maximum rigidity, offer long tool life and an excellent finish.

  REV static broaching tools are for use on CNC lathes with or without Y-axis. They offer a patented eccentric bushing which eliminates alignment errors for machines without a Y-axis. The tools have a sturdy two-piece construction and are ideal for smaller runs. They are designed for use in boring bar holders on lathes and for use in collet chucks or Weldon holders on machining centers. REV tools allow for a wide variety of standard and custom profiles and sizes.

  REV broaching tools are a perfect complement to the Heimatec live tools that are sold by the extensive network of Platinum Tooling manufacturers’ representatives and distributors throughout North America. 

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