Product FAQs
Is the information on the Metcut or IAMS Machining Data included in the Machining Data Handbook set?
Answer: The Machining Data Handbook set does include the information in the IAMS Machining Data. We were once IAMS, but have since changed our name to TechSolve.
Is the information in the Machining Data Handbook™ the same as the CUTDATA CD?
Answer: Volume one of the Machine Data Handbook and part of Volume two. Volume two also contains information on different machining processes, tool geometries, cutting fluids, and economics of machining.
The CUTDATA CD has the same information contained in speed, feed depth of cut information found the both volumes of the Machining Data Handbook™ but not the machining process, cutting fluid, and economics of machining information found in Volume two process. CUTDATA includes additional cutting tool materials like coated carbide, ceramics, and diamonds for several machining processes. CUTDATA offers over 100,000 machining recommendations including 22 machining processes, 12 cutting tool materials, and more than 3,750 materials/conditions.
Do you ship your products to international locations?
Answer: Typically yes, but there are some restrictions. Please call a TechSolve representative to calculate the international shipping rate and the approximate delivery time.
Do you accept Purchase Orders as a form of payment?
Answer: We only accept international purchase orders, but there are some restrictions. There are sometimes problems processing international credit cards, so TechSolve will accept purchase orders from companies/people located outside of the U.S.
Are there any special discounts for educational institutions or book resellers?
Answer: YES. We give an 18% discount off of the retail price of our products to any educational institute or book reseller.
What are the approximate shipping weights of your products?
Answer: One pint of the Cast Iron Chips weighs approximately 3 lbs. The Machining Data Handbook set weighs approximately 12 lbs. The CUTDATA CD weighs 1 lb.
What method of shipping do you use?
Answer: Our standard shipping method is UPS Ground Service. Please call a TechSolve representative for other shipping rates.
Do educational institutions need to purchase additional licenses or seats to install CUTDATA on more than one computer?
Answer: Universities and other institutes of learning (such as high schools, technical colleges, etc.) need only pay for one license and are authorized to install it on as many university computers as necessary to complete the instruction. However, we do need the purchaser to sign an academic license agreement.
How do I purchase extra seats for additional members of my company to use CUTDATA?
Answer: Each additional seat is $100 and you may call a TechSolve representative to purchase the seats.
Do you accept international wire transfers as a form of payment?
Answer: Yes, please call a TechSolve representative for international banking codes. There is an additional $30.00 fee for each wire transfer to cover bank processing charges.
When was the last time the Machining Data Handbook and CUTDATA CD were updated?
Answer: The Machining Data Handbook 3rd edition was last published in 1980. The CUTDATA CD version 2.0 was last updated in 2001.
