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How Digital Twin Tools Can Help Improve Machining Processes
CNC digitalization solutions can significantly increase efficiency and reduce costs for precision machine shops.
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Automation Idea for Halloween?
Maybe not. But, the candy-throwing robots at MetalQuest’s Nebraska facility do enable the contract machine shop to stand out at career fairs and similar events.
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Machining More Than Metal
Plastics for medical and industrial applications present different challenges than metals as I’ve reported on over the years.
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Automating Complete Workholding Changeovers for Turning
Robotic loading of all workholding elements is perhaps the next logical step to create fully automated yet flexible machining cells for CNC turning centers even when batch sizes are small.
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Craftsman Cribsheet No. 145: Resin Printing for the Shop
Resins are a developing field and enable the creation of unique manufactured products.
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Production Machining's October 2025 News Highlights
Production Machining’s October 2025 news highlights include a new manufacturing media platform, expanded technology centers, company leadership and more.
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SEGEPO-FSM Celebrates 120 Years in Precision Machining
SEGEPO-FSM, one of PMPA’s founding members, is proud to honor its legacy of excellence and the outstanding contributions of its employees.
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From Defining to Preventing Errors
Preventing error is key to shipping good parts every time.
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What Is “Manufacturing Connected”?
Gardner Business Media’s new platform brings manufacturing leaders actionable insights on trends and technologies.
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Precision Machining Technology Review: October 2025
Production Machining’s October 2025 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Renishaw Inc., Horn USA Inc., Kyocera SGS Precision Tools, Seco Tools, Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence and Jergens Inc.
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Turning Technology and More Seen at Mazak Discover 2025
The week-long event included 30 machines on display, many showcasing elements of automation, as well as educational opportunities to spur new ideas for shop principals endeavoring to grow their machining businesses.
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Precision Machining Index Continues to Hover on Edge of Expansion
September brought a slight drop as the GBI: Precision Machining stays within striking distance of passing the 50 threshold.
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