Thomas Skinner

02/12/2026

DISCOVER HAAS METROLOGY -

Haas Tooling’s lineup of measuring tools features precision and ease of use for a range of measurement tasks, a necessity for shops looking to make highly accurate parts. Choose the right tool for your needs and achieve reliable measurements.

02/09/2026

⏳ FEBRUARY ONLY! Precision You Can Measure

Take advantage of Haas Measuring Tools at a special price only until February 28, 2026, exclusive at Thomas Skinner.

Upgrade your equipment with high-precision measuring tools built for accuracy, repeatability, and professional machining environments.

📐 Get a special price on calipers, micrometers, indicators, bore gauges, setup blocks, V-blocks, and more.

02/04/2026

💥 ANOTHER OKUMA JUST DROPPED IN BC! 💥

This Okuma MB-5000HII was recently installed for one of our customers in BC. A high-speed, thermally-stable horizontal machining center that offers:

⚡️quick acceleration,
🔧 short tool changes,
💪 and high power to improve productivity.

Compared to the previous model, this machine's powerful cutting capabilities and high-speed automation...

⏫️ increase productivity and
⬇️ reduce cycle time by up to 25%

With a 20% smaller footprint that maximizes valuable shop floor space.

02/03/2026

⚡️PREPARE FOR THE 2026 SKILLS CANADA COMPETITIONS!⚡️

The dates are OUT for the Skills Canada Provincial and National Competitions:

🗓️ April 9 - Manitoba Provincial Competition (Winnipeg)
🗓️ April 15 - BC Provincial Competition (Abbotsford)
🗓️ May 5, 6, 7 - Alberta Provincial Competition (Edmonton)
🗓️ May 28 and 29 - National Competition (Toronto)

Can't wait to see you there! 😉✨️

02/02/2026

🔧 PRECISION MACHINIST LEVEL FROM HAAS TOOLING

Discover Haas Tooling’s new metrology line, designed to deliver the accuracy and reliability today’s machine shops demand.

✅️ Calipers
✅️ Micrometers
✅️ Indicators
✅️ V blocks
✅️ Setup tools

These high-precision measuring instruments help ensure consistent, high-quality results on every job.

📆 Valid only until February 28, 2026.

01/30/2026

⚡️THE FIRST SB-28Y LANDED IN EDMONTON ⚡️

Haas SB Series lathes offer the high dynamic stiffness, load-bearing capacity, and vibration damping associated with traditional box way machines, combined with the powerful, easy-to-use Haas control, and backed by the industry-leading support of the Haas Factory Outlet network. Featuring:

✅️ A2-8 Spindle
✅️ 10" Chuck Size
✅️ 3200 RPM
✅️ 40 hp
✅️ BMT65 Live Tooling Standard
✅️ 12x18.5" Max Capacity
✅️ 2.95" Bar Capacity

01/26/2026

🔥👀 SNEAK PEEK INTO THE TS 2026 SALES CONFERENCE 🔥

This weekend, we flew our sales team from across Canada to Downtown Vancouver for the awaited ✨️2026 Thomas Skinner Sales Conference. ✨️

A great event with workshops, activities, and more. All to prepare our mighty team for the incredible year we have ahead! 💪

Whether you're a partner, a vendor, or a customer... get ready, because 2026 is gonna be a great year to be with Thomas Skinner 😉

AND YOU CAN TAKE THAT TO THE BANK! 💥

01/23/2026

🤔 DID YOU KNOW WE ARE OFFICIAL DISTRIBUTORS OF 5TH AXIS PRODUCTS IN WESTERN CANADA? 🤔

In April last year we became official partners of 5th Axis, a brand founded by machinists, for machinists, known for its innovative, high-precision vises, fixtures, and automation solutions engineered to meet the evolving demands of modern CNC machining.

Thanks to this new partnership, our customers now have direct access to:

✅️ Premium self-centering vises, dovetail fixtures, and multi-axis workholding systems
✅️ Quick-change automation-ready solutions to reduce setup times and maximize machine uptime
✅️ Complete solutions designed for 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC machining applications

Supporting a wide range of industries, including aerospace, medical device manufacturing, automotive, mold and die, and precision engineering. ⚙️

01/22/2026

🔥 LAST DAYS OF TOP PICKS 2025 VOL 2! 🔥

Take advantage of the great discounts and picks we have available for you. Only until January 31st.

Head to the link below or visit our website to see the full flyer. 👇️

🔗 https://www.thomasskinner.com/top-picks

01/21/2026

💥 MACHINE DROP ALERT! 🚨💥

A glance at the Okuma MULTUS U4000-2SW delivered and installed for a customer in BC.

A multitasking machine with an automatic tool changer and optional sub-spindle and lower turret. This 8- to 10-inch chuck class machine has a broad scope of machining functions and is the embodiment of power, speed, and process flexibility. 🔥

01/16/2026

OKUMA DOUBLE COLUMN MACHINING CENTER

The MCV-AII delivers smooth performance with the speed and power you expect from an Okuma double column machining center. Perfect for streamlined machining of medium to large parts, from heavy-duty cutting to fast finishing.

✅️ Machine Rigidity and Longevity
✅️ Built-in software
✅️ Ease of use and reduced setup time
✅️ Quill Spindle Design - enhanced accessibility
✅️ Superior Machine Structure - unrivaled accuracy

01/15/2026

🔥 5TH AXIS ROCKLOCK™ QUICK-CHANGE SYSTEM 🔥

5th Axis RockLock™ is a quick-change baseplate system for CNC machines that allows users to quickly and efficiently change tooling. It’s designed to be compatible with 3, 4, and 5-axis CNC machines.

Key features include:
🔒️ Quick Setup
🔒️ Repeatability
🔒️ Universal Compatibility
🔒️ Durability
🔒️ Easy Integration

You can find more information and special pricing on our current Top Picks issue available until January 31st, 2026.