May 2016 ISSUE
Changing Behaviors--the Final Frontier
It amazes me in my lifetime how easily we have adapted to not only the changes that technology has brought into our lives, but acceptance of the rate of change.
FEATURES
A Foundation for Minimum Quantity Lubrication
MQL can provide significant savings and improved performance in the right applications. Here are some important considerations when looking at this technology.
Parts Cleaning
A Refresher Course on Ultrasonic Cleaning
A close look at the intricacies of this technology helps with understanding how it is most effectively applied.
Parts Cleaning
Automotive Supplier Capitalizes on Energy Efficient Cleaning
A continuous cleaning system provides excellent cleaning capabilities with short cycle times, as well as a high level of energy efficiency for this automotive supplier.
Tooling
Calculating Surface Footage and RPM for Optimum Tool Life
Tech Brief: Calculating Surface Footage and RPM for Optimum Tool Life
Changing Behaviors--the Final Frontier
It amazes me in my lifetime how easily we have adapted to not only the changes that technology has brought into our lives, but acceptance of the rate of change.Turning Machines
Multitasking is More Than Doing Two Things at Once
Combining different metalcutting operations on a single machine platform is helping shops explore better ways to manufacture.
PMPA Technical Member PartMaker Inc. Finds Success through Pioneering CAM Software and Excellence in Applications Support
While the lack of horsepower in the turn-mill machines of the mid-90s made them too primitive for PartMaker’s software at the time, the company recognized an underserved niche in CAM software for Swiss-type lathes.
Parts Cleaning
The Best Technical Cleanliness Practices for ISO 16232
The aim is to assess and compare the technical cleanliness of parts produced by different manufacturers or at different locations.Training the Next Generation: PMPA Offers Comprehensive Listing for Training Opportunities in the Precision Machining Industry
Simply search by state to identify the best training opportunities for your needs.Discounted Small Package Domestic U.S. Express Shipping
Here are a few examples of the discounted domestic U.S. express shipping services and benefi ts that are available to PMPA members through the PMPA shipping program.
Unknown Knowns: Rumsfeld Missed One–Will You?
What is your plan for harvesting the ‘unknown knowns’ so that your team and your culture can continue to thrive?
Why Tool Life Can Vary: Carbon and Alloy Steels
Despite the use of our best technology and our efforts to control our processes, tool life can vary when machining carbon and alloy steels.
Turning Machines
Millennial Multitasking Made Easy
CNC control software is being designed with features to better fit the tendencies of younger operators.
Chris Felix: Sinatra Sings Metalworking
Ramaraya Bhat, Senior Manager for Business and Efficiency , Sandvik Coromant : New Standard Enables Digital Manufacturing
Matthew Kirchner: Find Five Ways to Solve a Problem