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Articles • November 27, 2024

Machines For Still Complex But Larger Parts

To pursue larger-size work, JR Machine purchased two NLX 4000 CNC universal turning centers, which can machine workpieces up to 18" in diameter.

Articles • November 27, 2024

IMTS 2024 Video Booth Visits

Watch CTE reports featuring Sandvik, Star Cutter, Haimer, Ingersoll, Mikron, Castrol, Iscar, Tungaloy-NTK, J.W. Done, Greenleaf, Lyndex-Nikken and Vollmer.

Articles • October 24, 2024 • Alan Richter

Best of Both Worlds

Combining additive manufacturing and subtractive machining in one machine can save significant time and money — when the application is appropriate.

Articles • October 24, 2024 • Tom Stamborski

Explore Alternative Financing

Alternative financing can play a vital role in helping companies address challenges with cash flow or access to funds for operational and capital needs.

Articles • October 24, 2024 • William Leventon

Adjustable Volume

The FLX tool grinder from Star Cutter Co. can grind carbide tools up to 2" in diameter and 8" in length, and can change when volume requirements change.

Articles • October 24, 2024 • EMUGE-FRANKEN USA

Tips and Tools for Tapping Threads in Hardened Materials

When choosing to tap hard material internal threads, the material hardness should be less than 55 HRC. Tapping materials greater than that isn't practical.

Articles • October 24, 2024 • Christopher Tate

Precision Key to Boring Bearing Pockets

Bearing seats must be straight, round, sized correctly and have the proper surface finish. Without these characteristics, you risk premature failure.

Articles • October 24, 2024

Talking Points with Sandvik’s VP of Global Sales

Michael Eneberg, vice president global sales and marketing for Sweden-based AB Sandvik Coromant, discusses the habits that lead to manufacturing wellness.

Articles • October 24, 2024

Taiwan Touts AI, Custom Solutions at IMTS 2024

At IMTS 2024, Taiwan manufacturing leaders heralded their smart manufacturing progress at the "Integrate to Innovate: Smart Machine Application Forum."

Articles • October 24, 2024

AM Add-on

The APlus Add-On for additive manufacturing supports directed energy deposition and has toolpaths developed specifically to handle any AM geometry.

Articles • October 24, 2024

3D Printing Metal and Advanced Composites

The FX10 3D composite printer with FX10 Metal Kit print engine enables printing both metal filaments and composites with continuous fiber reinforcement.

Articles • October 24, 2024

Workholding Systems With A Competitive Edge

Workholding systems featured during IMTS 2024 promise to help shops streamline automation, improve precision and/or reduce downtime and setup times.