Articles

Swiss-Types 14 Feb 2014

Shop Opts for Choice in Swiss Machines

Precision CNC (Lancaster, Ohio) is a traditional machine shop that has moved into Swiss machining. From the beginning of its Swiss operation, it has used “combination” machines in its stable of Swiss-types, which offer machining capability with or without a guide bushing. Here’s how and why it uses them.

CAD/CAM 14 Feb 2014

Done Deal

After a long ramp up, CAD software giant Autodesk announced on February 6 that it has completed acquisition of CAM software leader Delcam.

13 Feb 2014

Toxic Release Inventory Reporting: What You Need to Consider

“If your shop used, for example, over one truckload of leaded steel, or over four truckloads of 303 stainless steel, or over 42,000 pounds of 360 brass last year, you need to read this.”

13 Feb 2014

Four PMPA Members Honored by STEP Awards

Four PMPA members were honored by the Manufacturing Institute’s second STEP Awards for excellence in manufacturing.

Basics 13 Feb 2014

Technology Advances Automation Trends

Shops of all sizes looking for better efficiency are realizing the benefits of a deeper investment into automation.

13 Feb 2014

Transfer Knowledge and Implement Lessons

“There are so many things that people have learned through experience that are not in books or databases,” says Diane Thielfoldt, co-founder of The Learning Café and PMPA National Technical Conference speaker.

Turn-Mills 13 Feb 2014

High Mix, Low Volume Shop Redefines Throughput for Aerospace Parts

Many shops struggle with trial and error, but some companies are lucky enough to discover what works best for their application the first time around.

Toolholders 13 Feb 2014

ER Collet Chuck and Quick-Change System in One Toolholder

This quick-change system is aimed at addressing cost concerns for companies focused on conserving costs and improving productivity.

11 Feb 2014

5 Positive Facts About U.S. Manufacturing

Great news for manufacturing from the latest Bureau of Economic Analysis news release on revised GDP statistics by industry.

31 Jan 2014

Grinding it Out at Sochi and Beyond

Continuing its relationship with the USA Luge team, Norton Abrasives’ sponsorship has been extended through the 2018 Olympics.

29 Jan 2014

Okuma America’s 2013 Technology Showcase

Okuma America Corporation’s Technology Showcase event, held December 10-12, 2013 in Charlotte, N.C., was the company’s largest to date, both in attendance and the number of CNC machines shown.