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Article April 15, 2014 Susan Woods

Insider trading: evaluating internal threading methods

Analyzing the options for internal threading allows part makers to efficiently and cost-effectively produce high-quality threaded holes. Read on for the pros and cons of four key methods of machining internal threads in parts.

Article April 15, 2014 Evan Jones Thorne

Mold fusion: Lasers making mark on moldmaking industry

Laser technology has taken hold in the moldmaking industry, offering new possibilities for fabrication, detailing, maintenance and repair.

Article April 15, 2014 Jeffrey Badger, Ph.D.

How to avoid grinding burn

Cutting Tool Engineering's Ask the Grinding Doc columnist, Dr. Jeffrey Badger, advises a shop hoping to avoid grinding burn.

Article March 15, 2014 Christopher Tate

Justifying custom cutting tools

When possible, manufacturers should avoid applying custom cutting tools because they typically cost more than standard catalog items and can be used only for a single purpose. In addition, it is difficult to substitute other tools in place of a special when it is out of stock, and lead times for new custom tools can be long.

Article March 15, 2014 Tom Lipton

Still more CNC lathe tips

Following the theme of the past two Shop Operations columns, here are some additional tips and tricks for operating a CNC lathe.

Article March 15, 2014 Alan Richter

Refurbishing toolmaking productivity

Reduce equipment uptime and improve productivity when friction welding cutting tool shanks to heads. Replacing an old friction welding machine with a refurbished one.

Article March 15, 2014 Alan Richter

Shaving tool-change time saves big bucks

Reduce setup and changeover time on lathes with live tooling. A modular quick-change collet system.

Article March 15, 2014 Alan Richter

Robot colleagues boost the bottom line

Up productivity without increasing payroll. Adding robotic production.

Article March 15, 2014 Keith Jennings

More on smart online marketing

Presented here is the second part of the Manager's Desk column about Web-based marketing. The first part appeared in the February issue.

Article March 15, 2014 Kathy Deren

Open letter from machinist’s wife

It's 6 a.m. and the wind chill is -45° F. As I watch you get ready for work, your gait is a little slower these days, and I have to talk a little louder because your hearing is not as good after being around loud machinery for more than 30 years.

Article March 15, 2014 Dr. Scott Smith

Lubricating spindle bearings: General Industry Coverage

Spindle designers deal with lubrication and heat problems in three common ways: chilled oil, oil mist and air/oil injection.

Article March 15, 2014 Alan Richter

Why Precision Is Critical in Micromachining Systems

A unique collet-and-cartridge workholding system for machining small parts.

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