Kennametal Innovation Recognized as Edison Award Finalist

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“We take a customer challenge, add our materials science, design, process and applications engineering expertise, supplement that with our innovative thinking and we get a winning formula that helps our customers transform how everyday life is built.” - Dr. Carlonda Reilly, Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, Kennametal Inc.

February 2024 : Kennametal Inc. (NYSE: KMT) has recently announced that it has been named an Edison Award finalist for its industry-first, additive manufactured cutting tool designed with KENionic technology.Kennametal’s additive manufactured cutting tool designed with KENionic technology.

The innovative tool mimics organic shape adaptations observed in nature. The result is a tool that is 45 percent lighter and has demonstrated a reduced machining time by approximately 50 percent compared to a conventional solution for the targeted customer. The technology is poised to enhance productivity and efficiency for customers, particularly in the precision machining of components for transportation applications.

“At Kennametal, we push the boundaries of innovation in our industries and being recognized as an Edison Award finalist for our KENionic technology is a testament to that dedication,” said Dr. Carlonda Reilly, Vice President and Chief Technology Officer. “We take a customer challenge, add our materials science, design, process and applications engineering expertise, supplement that with our innovative thinking and we get a winning formula that helps our customers transform how everyday life is built.”

Award winners will be announced on April 18, 2024 at the annual Edison Awards Ceremony and Gala Event.

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