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Measurement

Micro Measuring

Making micro sized parts is one thing; measuring them is another.

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Automation

Robotic Automation's Challenges, Solutions and Benefits

This article looks at considerations for implementing robotic automation.

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Safety and the Precision Machining Industry

The precision machining industry provides leading safety technology that makes a difference in our everyday lives: anti-lock brakes for our cars—check; air bag components—check; heat-treated bolts and fasteners for our seat belts and to hold those child seats in securely—check.In addition to automotive, we make parts used in the manufacture of food, pharmaceuticals, medical devices and energy—four more industries where performance and safety are critical.

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Tooling

Strategy Change Leads to Performance Boost

The application of a Horn Type 636 slot milling cutter has set new standards of accuracy, tool life, process reliability and costs for milling recesses on planetary gears at Sitec Aerospace in Bad Tölz, Bavaria, Germany.

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Swiss-Types

Switching to Swiss Without a Guide Bushing

When the part doesn't require a guide bushing, being able to remove that housing provides increased flexibility and often even improves accuracy.

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Technical Member Profile: Hangsterfer's Laboratories

Hangsterfer’s Laboratories offers an array of metalworking fluids for manufacturers—more than 200 different products.

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