New HSSE-PM Taps for Forming Threads

Press Release Summary:

• INNOFORM–STEEL-M increases static and dynamic thread strength, in medium strength steels up to 44 HRC
• Feature innovative polygon geometry for low torque and longer life
• Available in styles for blind or through hole applications in lead taper forms C/2-3 and E/1.5-2 threads, and in solid or coolant-through capability

Original Press Release:

Emuge Introduces Line of Roll Form Taps For Medium Strength Steel

West Boylston, MA U.S.A. (March 16, 2020) – Emuge Corp., a leading manufacturer of high performance taps, drills, end mills and other rotary tools, has introduced INNOFORM–STEEL-M, a line of HSSE-PM Taps designed for forming threads with improved surface quality, while increasing static and dynamic thread strength, in medium strength steels up to 44 HRC.

For unsurpassed performance, INNOFORM-STEEL-M Taps feature innovative polygon geometry for low torque and longer life. A special powdered metal substrate and new TiN-66 coating with increased hardness reduces friction and extends tool life. And increased lubrication grooves in INNOFORM Taps provide excellent process reliability. INNOFORM-STEEL-M Taps are recommended for forming cold-extension steels; cementation steels; castings; heat-treatable, nitriding and cold work steels; and high-alloyed and hot work steels.

Taps are available in styles for blind or through hole applications in lead taper forms C/2-3 and E/1.5-2 threads, and in solid or coolant-through capability, over 80 models in total. Inch taps are available in UNC and UNF thread sizes, feature 2BX class of fit and DIN length and ANSI shanks, while metric taps feature coarse and fine thread sizes with 6HX class of fit, and DIN length and DIN shanks.

To view videos, brochure, and more information on INNOFORM–STEEL-M Taps, please visit https://www.emuge.com/taps/innoform.

Emuge Corp. is a wholly owned subsidiary of the 1,800+ employee German company EMUGE-Werk Richard Glimpel GmbH & Co. KG (Lauf, Germany) that has been the product technology and performance leader in their field for 100 years. The company manufactures an extensive line of taps, thread mills, drills, end mills, toolholders, clamping devices and other rotary cutting tools, over 40,000 items sold through distributors worldwide. Emuge also offers end-user technical support through a network of in-the-field engineers and in-house product specialists, all with extensive tooling and application experience.

Over 10,000 types of cutting tools and accessories are stocked in the company’s U.S. and Canadian Headquarters located in West Boylston, MA, USA. The recently expanded 50,000+ square foot facility includes a technology center with a machining and tooling demonstration showroom and classroom, tool manufacturing and reconditioning, warehouse, sales, support and administrative offices. For more information on Emuge products, contact Emuge at 1800 Century Drive, West Boylston, MA 01583-2121, Tel. 800-323-3013, internet:  www.emuge.com.

Editorial Contact:
Michael McCue
McCue & Associates LLC
978-733-1353
mmccue@mccueassociates.com

Emuge Contact:
Shannon Filippelli
508-595-3600
shannon.filippelli@emuge.com