PM Blog
Getting the Most Out of Your First Multispindle
A combination of market trends and technological advances have made CNC multispindles an inviting proposition for many shops considering a new equipment purchase.
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Production Machining's August 2025 News Highlights
Production Machining’s August 2025 news highlights include industry events, new facilities, company milestones and leadership team expansions.
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Understanding Type I and Type II Errors in Precision Machining
The impact of statistical decisions on quality.
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Inverted Milling Offers Power in a Compact Machine
To compete in terms of stability and horsepower, Modig’s recent IM-8 mill takes an unorthodox approach: positioning the spindle at the bottom of the work area.
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Predicting the ROI of Robotic Automation
Various methodologies paired with online tools can help small to mid-sized manufacturers determine how to predict and calculate the potential economic benefits of robotic equipment for their specific needs.
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Precision Machining Technology Review: August 2025
Production Machining’s August 2025 technology showcase includes some of the latest technology from Big Daishowa, Greenleaf, The L.S. Starrett Co., Schwanog, Supertec and SMW Autoblok.
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The Advantages of Automated Shopfloor Gaging
This “parallel kinematic” gage offers the opportunity to automate and improve machining process control for shops endeavoring to move from sample inspection to 100% inspection.
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What Abilities Do You Assume Your Teammates Have That They May Not?
Are you becoming frustrated with colleagues and team members over tasks that may seem “obvious?” It might be worth taking a step back and shifting your mindset.
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Registration Opens for 2025 Top Shops Conference
Unlock benchmarking insights, shop secrets, and a behind-the-scenes NASCAR tour, only at this year’s Top Shops Conference.
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Craftsman Cribsheet No. 142: Techniques to Help Beat the Heat
Whether a person is on the shop floor or at home mowing the lawn, these six techniques can help them stay cool.
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Precision Machining Index Holds Steady in July
Relatively stable index components result in minimal change from June to July.
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PMPA’s New Executive Director: Emily Riley, MBA
Emily Riley brings vision, energy and a deep commitment to manufacturing excellence and member service.
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