Employee Structure Provides Foundation for Success
By: Julia Hider
By changing from a linear production system to a flexible, cell-based system, a shop is setting itself up to adapt to production changes and incorporate new technology.
Sunnen Breaks Its Fund-Raising Record with Engine Sweepstakes
By: Julia Hider
Sunnen’s annual sweepstakes at the Performance Racing Industry trade show raised more than $100,000 for Victory Junction.
PMTS Tech Talks to Focus on Skiving vs. Shaving, Deburring
By: Julia Hider
The PMTS 2019 Tech Talk schedule includes presentations from Lester Detterbeck Enterprises on the differences between skiving and shaving, and Heule Precision Tools on deburring parts with cross holes.
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Inspection System Helps Company Meet Short Lead Times
By: Julia Hider
A digital video inspection system from Starrett is increasing this company’s inspection throughput and helping it get parts to its customer on time.
Hexagon Forms Production Software Business
By: Julia Hider
Vero Software, FASys and Spring Technologies will adopt Hexagon’s corporate identity.
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Improving Process Efficiency with Metalworking Fluids
By: Julia Hider
Using the right oils, coolants and lubricants can help a shop optimize machining processes, but there are many factors to weigh when choosing metalworking fluids.
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Sunnen Establishes Direct Sales Operations in Canada
By: Julia Hider
Beginning January 1, all Canadian orders and service requests will be handled directly by Canadian sales representatives and technical personnel.
What to Consider When Turning Exotic Materials
By: Julia Hider
The properties that make exotic materials desirable for aerospace, energy and medical applications mean that machining them requires proper planning, equipment and strategies.
Integration Leads to Automation Success
By: Julia Hider
Choosing the right components is only the first step in setting up an automated cell—they must also be integrated properly.
CAM Software Simplifies Complex Parts
By: Julia Hider
Intuitive interfaces and automated steps are making CAM programming easier for new users, even as parts and the machines that produce them increase in complexity.
Collaboration is Key When Implementing New Machine Tools
By: Julia Hider
Working closely with builders can help shops ensure that new machine tools are a success.
Additive Manufacturing Basics for Turning Shops
By: Julia Hider
An additive manufacturing expert shares what turning shops should know about the technology, gives examples of how to use it and suggests steps for adopting AM.
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