May 2013 ISSUE
May 2013 |
COVER STORY
PMPA Member Embraces Community Engagement
A career in precision machining can be part of a dual path of work and education. A dual track leads to a lifetime of career success.
FEATURES
Choosing the Right Fire Suppression System for Your Machines
Virtually all modern CNC machines are designed with safety in mind.Craftsman's Cribsheet: Perform R&R Studies Only Where Logical
An improperly defined Repeatability and Reproducibility (R&R) program can drain a company of resources and reduce the effectiveness of the shop.Workholding
Firm Grip on the Future
This Indiana workholding manufacturer has been in business for 97 years. Its recent and ongoing investment in plant and capital equipment ensures its place as a leading supplier of standard and specialty workholding solutions for the turned parts industry.Software
Full Programming for Traditional and Multi-Axis Turning
Many shops that have long operated with traditional turning centers are now rapidly supplementing their processes with multi-axis machines that have the ability to produce complex parts unattended.Tooling
Holder Design Locks Tools in Place
Tough to machine materials, aggressive metal removal rates and long, awkward tool overhangs are machining conditions that require toolholders to perform flawlessly and provide strong gripping force, high precision and vibration control.Tooling
Making Micro Threads
Production of micro threads can be challenging, but using the most suitable tools for a given application can simplify the task.
Milwaukee Area Technical College Fills the Gap
Milwaukee Area Technical College, known as MATC, is a comprehensive technical college that offers educational and training opportunities and services to its diverse community through collaboration with partners to advance the lives of its students.Oh, My May
Oh, My MayPMPA Member Embraces Community Engagement
A career in precision machining can be part of a dual path of work and education. A dual track leads to a lifetime of career success.Matthew Kirchner: Ask Critical Questions About How Your Shop Runs
Greg Jones: Coming to a School Near You