As a cutting tool manufacturer and/or user, becoming a member of this center dedicated to cutting tool research will provide you with access to specialized R&D services, helping you to maintain your competitive edge. We are offering you the opportunity to become part of this initiative.
A workshop at MSU took place October 3-4, where companies had the opportunity to oberserve what the Center for Advanced Cutting Tool Technology can provide.
Members will benefit from access to a wealth of expertise in cutting tool technology and research facilities but with shared costs. Full members will have direct involvement in selecting projects through bi-annual Industrial Advisory Board (IAB) meetings.
So far the following companies have committed to join the Center for ACTT;
General Motors Powertrain
Pratt & Whitney
Boeing (St. Louis)
Boeing (Seattle)
Fraunhofer CCL
Los Alamos National Laboratory (2 memberships)
Diamond Innovations/Valinite
NewTech Ceramics
UNIST
If your company wants to join the center, please e-mail acct@egr.msu.edu.