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Parts Cleaning

AK-225 Replacement Designed for Environmental Standards

Providing alternatives to products with high ozone-depletion potential and high global warming potential continues to be a key environmental focus for cleaning industry solvent suppliers.

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Choosing a Dust and Fume Collector

Creating an effective ventilation system requires consideration of a range of variables, from the type of dust and fumes produced to the air flow dynamics that carry the particulates and pollutants throughout the plant.

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Tooling

Clamping System Reduces Machining Time and Setup

The staff at Rodriquez GmbH in Eschweiler, Luxembourg (Germany), has been relying on a Hermle C40 milling machine equipped with the Hainbuch Quadrok Plus clamping system for the manufacturing of linear technology components.

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Davenport: A 10-Year Update

Fooling yourself that the old machine doesn't cost anything except parts is, in my opinion, a mistake.

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Determine if Difficulty is Shop or Office Problem

There is no doubt that the shop people are closer to the problem. But is it their problem?

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Global Precision Parts Appreciates Knowledge Sharing Among Industry Leaders

Global Precision Parts Inc. was formed from a series of strategic acquisitions and incorporated under the new name Global Precision Parts in 2006.

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Aerospace

How Metallurgical Structure Affects the Machinability of Aluminum

Advancements in grain structure consistency and mechanical properties help to make this extremely machinable metal suitable for an ever growing range of applications.

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Material Selection for Machined Product Applications

Here is a checklist for selecting materials for making parts by precision machining.

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Automation

Multitasking Helps Detroit Shop

Brothers Arnot and Matt Heller are 30-something, degreed engineers running Central Screw Products and Detroit Gun Works. They are also fourth generation, hands-on machinists and know a thing or two about machine tools, automation and the critical role of new technology in business growth.

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Parts Cleaning

Selecting a Cleaning System for Small Parts

A multitude of different systems and cleaning technologies are available for getting dirty parts clean. To budget funds appropriately for the right system, it is important to carefully evaluate all variables surrounding getting the parts clean and dry.

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Parts Cleaning

Selecting Solvents for Precision Cleaning

Stringent standards on precision cleaning ensure reliable and trouble-free performance in the final product.

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