How a New Tooling Package Delivered a 10x Feed Rate – Without Compromise

At Renovo Tool Co, we’re always looking for smarter ways to help our customers achieve better results, whether that means shaving seconds off a cycle or dramatically improving tool life.

In a recent project, we did just that!

Working in partnership with ZCC Cutting Tools Europe GmbH – UK Division, we introduced a new tooling package for a customer machining a Homogeniser Piston in 17-4 PH stainless steel, a notoriously tough material.

The outcome?

📈 A Tenfold Increase in Feed Rate

The results speak for themselves:

• 🔺 10x increase in feed rate vs. the customer’s previous tool

• ⚡ Faster cycle times—with zero compromise on surface finish

• ✅ Exceptional surface quality right from the first part

• 👍 One very satisfied customer

It’s a perfect example of how the right tooling solution, matched with technical expertise, can unlock huge gains in productivity and part quality.

Sustainability Meets Performance with ReNew

And the story doesn’t end when the tool reaches end of life.

Through our ReNew offering, the tool is sent to Renovo Solutions Ltd., where it's reconditioned back to full OEM specification. That means:

• 🔁 Maximum tool performance

• 💸 Lower overall tooling costs

• 🌱 Reduced waste

This closed-loop tooling strategy is just one of the ways we’re helping manufacturers improve their bottom line while staying efficient and sustainable.

Global Scale, Local Access

This project perfectly demonstrates our philosophy of Global Scale. Local Access. Bringing world-class tooling solutions to UK manufacturers, backed by local service, support and technical insight.

Got a challenging material or underperforming process? Let’s talk.