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There's no doubt that the U.S. manufacturing boom has created jobs. The question is, are they for humans or robots?
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Seeing the light: CMM Inspection
Auto parts manufacturer Mann+Hummel reaps the benefits of optical scanning.
Making it manufacturable: Medical Manufacturing
New tools help parts makers design for manufacturability, which reduces machining costs and improves part quality.
Suggestions for improving manual mills
Shop Operations columnist Tom Lipton offers some suggestions for improving the design of manual milling machines in the October 2012 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine.
Combining post-processors, verification: 5-Axis Machining
The October 2012 Get With The Program column focuses on improving 5-axis machining by combining post-processors and verification software.
Reasons for stable milling zones
In his October 2012 Machine Technology column, Dr. Scott Smith, professor at the William States Lee College of Engineering at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, outlines the reasons stable milling zones appear the way they do.
Limiting tool vendors boosts efficiency
The debut Shop Technology column focuses on limiting toolcrib items and vendors to boost productivity.
Don’t let perfect trump better
How many times does a project break down just from trying achieve perfection? Machinist's Corner columnist Michael Deren urges readers not to let perfect trump better.
Managing workers’ face time: People & Companies
Manager's Desk columnist Keith Jennings discusses the balance between face time with employees and time management.
Tips for Getting the Most Out of Wire EDM
Wire EDM depends on more than machine settings alone. This guide reviews the setup, maintenance, and process controls that most affect wire-EDM performance.
Effectively Reaming Nickel-Base Alloys
Nickel-base alloys reward a slow, stable reaming process with close control of stock allowance, speed, feed, and coolant. This guide covers the main setup priorities.
Fueling improvements: Turning Performance
Using continuous improvement to reach automotive fuel-economy goals.
