Surviving the Tariffs
As talks appear to be coming to an end concerning the trade war between the U.S. and China you may be wondering how quickly you’ll feel the relief should an…
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Is a Waterjet Right for My Shop?
Abrasive waterjet cutting has been around now for many years, and most folks are generally aware of how it works and what it does, but have you given serious consideration…
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Cold Weather Can Slow Production
You may not have given much thought to the affects that the cold can have on your manufacturing equipment, but with record cold temperatures on the way, maybe it’s worth…
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Markforged X5
If you’re in need of a 3D printer with the capability of making strong, load-bearing components, than the X5 from Markforged is for you. With this tool in your shop…
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Sodick K6HL Small Hole EDM
Looking for something to increase your capabilities in 2019? Consider the small hole EDM from Sodick. The K6HL machine was specifically designed for the aerospace industry with the ability to…
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Benefits of a Distributor
Brooks Associates has been a proud distributor of machine tools in the New England area for more than 80 years. We’ve served customers in every area of manufacturing – tool…
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Direct Drive Pump Benefits for Abrasive Waterjet
In the world of abrasive waterjets there are basically 2 options when it comes to pumps – the hydraulic intensifier and the direct drive crankshaft style. For many customers figuring…
Read More Building a Machining Brand
Brooks considers ourselves incredibly fortunate to be partnered with the best machine tool builders in the world, many of whom have a long history of leading their industries. OMAX has…
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Hurco Modernizes Old Press Brakes
When you think of Hurco you likely think of machining and turning centers, but did you know they offer a top-of-the-line series of press brake backgauges and controls as well? …
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The Power of Yama Seiki’s GA2800
Like all of the GA series horizontal turning centers, the GA2800 is designed to handle heavy-duty turning applications, such as the one pictured here, while maintaining the highest accuracy. This…
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