News & Case Studies

21st June

Here's how we test ActiveEdge tooling communications before it reaches the machine tool.

Our ActiveEdge Linkbox & AE Link Software are designed to perform tool checks & communications test before the machine tool is set up for ActiveEdge tooling.

29th April

Here are five reasons why you should seriously consider Smartbore for your digital tooling requirements.

Several well-known tooling companies sell digital boring tools. But, none offer the ease or flexibility of Rigibore’s Smartbore tech.

Digital boring tools have been available for well over a decade. They offer many advantages to users, like the ability to make more exact adjustments and to save time.

4th April

How to automatically adjust boring bars to 1 micron accuracy: A Game-Changer in Precision Machining

Let's explore how advanced tech enables automatic adjustments

In precision machining, hitting micron-level accuracy is vital. Making engine parts, aerospace components, or medical devices?
Setting the cutting edge precisely can revolutionize your production process. Let's explore how advanced tech enables automatic adjustments,

23rd November

Smartbore  Transfer Case in the automotive industry

Success Story - Automotive Transfer Case

The customer was experiencing problems with production down time due to reconditioning PCD tools.

23rd November

Combination rough & finish chamfer tool for a converter housing

Combination tooling - multiple concentric features in one machining operation - minimising cycle time

Roughing & finishing on one boring bar. Rigibore specialises in combination boring tools.

23rd November

Combination rough & finish tool for a gearbox housing in the automotive industry

Combination tooling - multiple concentric features in one machining operation - minimising cycle time

Roughing & finishing on one boring bar. Rigibore specialises in combination boring tools.

23rd November

Combination rough & finish tool for a marine outboard engine

Combination tooling - multiple concentric features in one machining operation - minimising cycle time

Roughing & finishing on one boring bar. Rigibore specialises in combination boring tools.

23rd November

Combination roughing tool for a converter housing

Combination tooling - multiple concentric features in one machining operation - minimising cycle time

Roughing & finishing on one boring bar. Rigibore specialises in combination boring tools.

23rd November

PCD round tools for a differential housing component

Rigibore manufactured bespoke PCD round tools to machine three grooves in a differential housing component for a tier 2 automotive company

Project objectives were concerned with durability, repeatability & precision performance in the tooling solution. The PCD tool's wear resistance gave increased productivity and removed the risk of errors associated with manual adjustment.

19th September

ActiveEdge Line boring in the automotive industry

Success Story - Crank Shaft Bores

Engine manufacturer gains total control over boring process through Rigibore’s ActiveEdge technology

19th September

Smartbore is the answer for con rod production

Success Story - Connecting Rods

Rigibore Smartbore tooling was used to improve the process in a 2nd tier automotive company machining connecting rods components.

14th September

Smartbore Gear Housing in the automotive industry

Success Story - Gear Housing

Over several months, the customer was experiencing problems with accuracy that resulted in high scrap rates, wasting both valuable time and money