If you've recently shopped for bandsaw blades in Canada, you may have noticed a sharp increase in the price of Wood-Mizer products. Many sawyers and mill owners are asking the same questions: What’s behind the price jump? Is it temporary? And are there any alternatives that offer the same quality without the extra cost?
Let’s break down what’s going on—and what Canadian operators can do to keep their costs in check.
The Cause: New Canadian Tariffs on U.S. Goods
In response to a series of U.S. trade measures earlier this year, the Government of Canada imposed 25% tariffs on a wide ra..
Chatter.
If you've spent any time in a machine shop, you’ve probably heard it—literally. That high-pitched squeal, the vibration marks on your finish, or worse—snapped tools. Chatter can be one of the most frustrating challenges in milling, costing time, money, and part quality.
At Skookum Tools, we’ve engineered our end mills specifically to help machinists reduce or eliminate chatter, so you can focus on what matters: precision, productivity, and performance.
What Is Chatter and Why Is It a Problem?
Chatter is the result of self-excited vibrations between your cutting tool and the ..
Proudly Canadian: Skookum Tools Ltd. and Our Commitment to Canadian Manufacturing
At Skookum Tools Ltd., the parent company of Online Supply, we take immense pride in being a Canadian-owned and operated business. For over two decades, we have been serving industries across the country with high-quality industrial tools and supplies, always striving to support local manufacturing and Canadian workers.
Supporting Canadian-Made Products
Our commitment to Canadian-made products goes beyond just business—it’s about investing in our economy, ensuring jobs remain within our borders, and main..
