Shop Finds Value in Simple CMM Programming
Edited by Derek Korn
Icon-driven programming enables all shopfloor personnel to perform CMM inspection, not just those in the quality department.
ICYMI: Production Machining’s Top 10 Online Articles from 2022
By: Derek Korn
It’s always interesting to learn what articles resonate most with readers. Here’s an overview of which articles got the most clicks on our website last year.
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Reinventing the Wheel with Robot-Automated CNC Multitasking
By: Lori Beckman
One race team discovers how to efficiently manufacture a new wheel nut design for the next-generation NASCAR stock car with the help of a CNC mill/turn and a built-in robot.
Dealing With Workplace Dysfunction
By: Jim Mayer, Founder, TCO Strategies
Do you manage a toxic work culture? Learn the signs and how to address and overcome these problems quickly to clear the path for a happier and more productive workplace.
#columns
Welcome to John Habe IV, PMPA’s New Board President
By: Cate Smith
At the PMPA Annual Meeting held at the Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson, Arizona, in October 2022, John Habe IV was welcomed as the Board of Directors President.
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Production Machining Readers Choose April as Favorite Cover from 2022
By: Derek Korn
The results of our recent cover survey reveal that a shot of a B-axis Swiss-type’s workzone was the most intriguing to survey participants.
Breaking the Barriers for Small Tool Breakage Detection
By: Lori Beckman
This contact-free tool breakage detector, especially useful for machine tools with small tools and small workzones, offers a quick and efficient way to change out broken tools before they cause bigger problems.
#techbrief
Demystifying Artificial Intelligence
By: Matthew Kirchner
Have you familiarized yourself with the Artificial Intelligence lingo? Here are some AI terms every manufacturing person should know.
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Manufacturing Skills Training: Virginia Martinez and Laiken Carrillo
By: Carli Kistler-Miller
Roles of Women in Manufacturing Series: A precision machining career starts with skills. Virginia and Laiken share their journey and how they help prepare the next generation.
#workforcedevelopment #pmpa
Precision Machining Technology Review January 2023: Automation & Robots
Edited by Angela Osborne
Production Machining’s January 2023 showcase includes some of the latest technology from ABB, Mini-Mover Conveyors, FANUC, OnRobot, ATI Industrial Automation and FOBA Laser Marking+Engraving.
#Industry40
CNC Turning Tips for HRSA Materials
By: Marco Morgado, Director of Global Sales, Pilot Precision Products
Rough-turning, heat-resistant superalloys can be challenging. However, new carbide insert technology provides the capability to perform high-speed, high-feed roughing in a single pass.
#techbrief #basics
Video Tech Brief: Quality Control is Using the Right Software
By: Lori Beckman
This machine shop’s mapping software program runs on its gaging system to increase the accuracy of the probe’s tolerance measurement on the thin-walled aluminum tube machined by the shop.
Gardner Business Index: Precision Machining December 2022
By: Jan Schafer
According to the Gardner Business Index (GBI) for Precision Machining, component activity in December is essentially a continuation of November.
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Production Machining’s January 2023 News Highlights
Edited by Angela Osborne
Production Machining’s January 2023 news highlights include PMTS registration opening, event collaborations, acquisitions and new manufacturing plants, training centers and quality centers.
Bridging the Gap Between Traditional Single- and Multi-Spindles
Edited by Derek Korn
This twin-spindle automatic lathe with six cross-slide mounted turrets is designed for medium-sized production runs that might not be suitable for conventional multi-spindles.
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Which Was Your Favorite Production Machining Cover in 2022?
By: Derek Korn
Pick the one that resonated most with you to have a chance to score some free PM swag.
What is CNC Peel Grinding?
By: Derek Korn
It resembles single-point turning on a lathe because, similar to a lathe’s tool, the grinding wheel moves in the X and Z axes to grind contours, diameters and other features.
#techbrief
Training Is More Than a Skills Upgrade
By: Miles Free
Training is more than a skills upgrade. Training is a process that creates a virtuous cycle for your performers, culture and shop. Why do we train? Why do we need to train?
#pmpa #workforcedevelopment
A Diverse Start to 2023
By: Derek Korn
Our January issue presents a variety of ideas to consider that can help you become more effective, profitable businesses. That has been the plan all along and remains the plan moving forward.
#columns #PMTS
Where Micro-Laser Machining Is the Focus
By: Lori Beckman
A company that was once a consulting firm has become a successful micro-laser machine shop producing complex parts and features that most traditional CNC shops cannot machine.
#micromachining