VIDEO: Vapor Degreasing Process Uses TCE Replacement to Eliminate Hazardous Waste
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Low Frequency Vibration Increases Job Shop’s Productivity
With the ability to machine difficult materials more efficiently while improving surface finish, this job shop is reaping the benefits of its Swiss-type lathes that incorporate low frequency vibration.
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Digital Twin Makes CNC Programming Easier
A digital twin helps to reduce or eliminate any surprises that may occur during the machining process.
Nominate Your Production Machining 2021 Emerging Leader!
Consider nominating a young person in the precision machining industry who has a refreshing passion for what they do and are leaders in their organization or community while inspiring those around them.
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The Plating Insight Series
Products Finishing Editor Scott Francis hosts the IMTS Spark Plating Insights Series Wednesdays through Dec. 2.
Trends in Parts Cleaning
The latest cleaning trends point toward environmentally friendly ways to clean effectively, involving the replacement of harmful chemical solvents within a cleaning process or switching to a mostly aqueous method.
Top Shops
The Gardner Business Intelligence and Modern Machine Shop Top Shops Program is both an honor for the shops chosen annually, and a benchmarking tool for all who participate. See how your business stacks up.
Five Axis Machining
A broad overview of what first time five-axis machine users will need to think about and also what the newest technology offers to existing users.
Quoting Platform Extracts, Annotates PDF Data for Improved Estimates
Paperless Parts’ enhanced quoting platform unlocks PDF files commonly shared with RFQs and makes the technical data within them more accessible and actionable.
Northfield Air Chucking System Requires No Air Tubes, Hoses
Pressure-Lok air chuck is charged with air by a special handle and holds air pressure for over two weeks.
Automated JobShop Cell Pro Designed for High-Mix, Medium-Volume Machining
Machine accommodates multiple infeed and outfeed options for a range of part and capacity requirements.
Emag Acquires Samputensili Machine Tools and Samputensili CLC
The two companies will be legally integrated into the newly founded EMAG technology company EMAG SU Srl.
Benchmark Your Machining Business
By taking the Top Shops benchmarking survey, you can see how your operation’s metrics and practices — both in the front office and shop floor — compare to leading U.S. machining businesses.
FANUC Website for Crx Cobot Features Online Training Modules
Website provides online training modules, a deep dive into a range of peripheral device and tooling partners, and the latest product information about the CRX cobot lineup.
Cobot Fleet Addresses Labor Shortage
An Ohio manufacturer deployed nine collaborative robots to improve and optimize the work environment, automating hard-to-staff tasks such as machine tending, assembly and product inspection.
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Mazak QT-Ez Turning Centers Offer Easy Automation Integration
The QT-Ez Series has been designed for a range of automation solutions — from simple bar feeders and parts catchers to full cooperative robot installations.
6 Trends in Production Turning
Production shops are increasingly relying on technology and innovation to enhance competitiveness and deal with the scarcity of skilled workers. Here are six of the most most important ways they are going about it.
Avoiding Webinar Disasters
Putting together a successful webinar requires a little preparation and know-how. Here are some tips.
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Mastercam Optimizes 5-Axis Postprocessor for FANUC CNCs
Machine unlocks faster and more accurate art-to-part FANUC CNC capabilities.
LNS Oil Mist Collector Provides 98.3% Filtration Levels
An optional HEPA filter kit uses recyclable E11 filter media for even greater results.
Data-Driven Manufacturing — Profitability GPS
What data drives your shop? Here’s an unexpected look at the kinds of data that you ought to be using to make your shop the most competitive and sustainable that it can. Spoiler alert — no new sensors or IT technologies are required to get the payback from these data tools.
Advancements in Thread Whirling Tooling Technology
Many understand the advantages of thread whirling on a CNC Swiss-type. However, new tooling technology for this thread-machining process can further improve cycle times and reduce cost per part.
LK Metrology Gate is Flexible Inspection Monitoring, Analysis Portal
Portal provides remote access to information on the status and performance of all connected metrology devices.
Thinbit Toolholders Position Inserts at Multiple Angles
Angled round toolholders position the insert at 30-, 45- or 60-degree angles for reliefs, undercuts and angled outer diameter and face grooves.
Precision Machining Extends Upward Advance Moving into New Year
Rising new orders by constrained production lifts backlog reading to 18-month high
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Precision Machining Technology Review: Cutting Tool Technology
Production Machining showcases some of the latest cutting tool technology from Horn, Heimatec, Big Kaiser, Tungaloy and Inovatools.
Schunk Rota-M Flex Chuck Jaw Offers Flexible Clamping Capabilities
Chuck jaw has a very long compensation stroke, giving it increased flexibility for clampable workpiece geometries and a wide variety of applications.
The Real Cost of Metalworking Lubricant
Lubrication in the cutting process is often an afterthought, but its cost justifies far more attention. Here’s a look at how a shop can determine the true impact on the bottom line.
