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We are thrilled to have been a part of this year’s Blade Show Texas, marking our debut in the Lone Star State. This prestigious event brought together an incredible community of bladesmiths, knife makers, and farriers, all eager to share their craft and passion for high-quality tools and materials. Palmgren was honored to showcase some of our most popular products, helping to elevate the quality and precision of knife making, bladesmithing, and farrier work.

When it comes to precision work, having the right tools makes all the difference. For professionals and hobbyists working in metalworking, woodworking, or other intricate tasks, a ball vise can elevate your work by providing unmatched flexibility and control. Palmgren’s range of ball vises, including the Multi-Jaw Multi-Positioning Ball Bench Vise and the 4" Ball Vise, are designed to bring convenience, precision, and durability to your workspace.

A tapping arm is a versatile machine tool that simplifies the tapping process, which is used to create internal threads in holes. These machines are designed to perform high-speed and accurate tapping operations, ensuring precision in various materials such as metals, plastics, and composites. Here's an overview of tapping arms:

Milling machines are essential tools in the world of manufacturing and precision machining. They are designed to shape and cut materials like metal, wood, and plastic using rotating cutters. Milling machines are a versatile part of the machining process, capable of performing operations like drilling, boring, and tapping. Whether you're a seasoned machinist or new to manufacturing, understanding milling machines is key to making an informed decision when it comes to your production needs.

Every year, as Christmas approaches, Santa and his trusted team of elves prepare for their busiest night of the year. The sleigh gets a tune-up, the workshop is buzzing with activity, and the workshop tools are carefully selected to ensure that everything runs smoothly. But have you ever wondered what tools Santa and his elves rely on for these important tasks? If you’ve been lucky enough to get a sneak peek behind the North Pole curtain, you’d find that they trust the durability and precision of Palmgren tools for their magical updates equipment maintenance and toy building.

This Thanksgiving, we want to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude to all the professionals working in industrial fabrication, machinery, and maintenance. Your hard work, expertise, and dedication are essential to keeping the wheels of industry turning, and we at Palmgren are honored to support your efforts with our high-quality tools and equipment.

The 5th Annual Warriors Way Expo was an unforgettable event, bringing together some of the biggest names in the bladesmithing and blacksmithing communities for a cause that is close to the heart of many—veteran support. Sponsored by Palmgren, a company known for its dedication to quality tools and craftsmanship, the expo showcased not only the skill and artistry of metalworkers but also the powerful mission of Warriors Way, a nonprofit organization committed to supporting veterans and raising awareness for the critical issues they face.

Grinding wheels, also called abrasive wheels, are essential tools in precision shop fabrication and manufacturing. They can shape and finish many materials with remarkable accuracy. Like any tool subjected to rigorous use, grinding wheels require regular maintenance to maintain their effectiveness. 

Discover how Palmgren's precision machinery—lathes, milling machines, and more—can elevate your manufacturing capabilities. Ideal for automotive, aerospace, metalworking, and blade-smithing industries.

Auto fabrication is more than just a process; it's a meticulous craft that requires a combination of precision, skill, and the right tools. This intricate art transforms raw metal into custom parts, frames, and components tailored to specific automotive needs. To achieve this, fabricators need not only talent but also reliable and robust machinery capable of withstanding the demands of heavy-duty work. Among the myriad tools and equipment available, Palmgren® machines stand out as a preferred choice in the auto fabrication industry. Here's an in-depth look at why Palmgren® has earned the trust of professionals worldwide.