Computers and the metalworker: General Industry Coverage
Shop Operations column for the September 2010 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering.
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Deformation machining combines two techniques
Machine Technology column for the September 2010 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering.
A promotion’s promise and pitfalls
Machinist's Corner column for the September 2010 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering.
Testing the boss’ mettle: People & Companies
Manager's Desk column for the September 2010 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine.
P/M powers auto parts
Machining P/M steels for powertrain parts is tough, but answers abound.
Accessories in action: Tool Presetting
Machine tool accessories can offer economical solutions to many tooling and machine setup issues. Used in combination with a machine that delivers the speed and features a shop needs, accessories can help improve productivity and reduce machine failures. This article examines the benefits of several key accessories, including spindle maintenance tools, toolholder maintenance tools, covers, indicator stands, chip fans, tool assembly devices and specialty workholding devices.
Flowing into new business: General Industry Coverage
END USER: Designers Metalcraft, (508) 378-0404, www.designersmetalcraft.com. CHALLENGE: Generate additional business from existing customers and prospects. SOLUTION: A waterjet cutting machine. SOLUTION PROVIDER: Flow International Corp., (800) 446-FLOW, www.flowwaterjet.com.
Creating the future of manufacturing
END USER: Brinkman Machine Tools and Manufacturing Laboratory, Rochester Institute of Technology, (585) 475-6573, www.rit.edu/kgcoe/ise/brinkman. CHALLENGE: Teach engineering students to use new machining technology. SOLUTION: Integrated machining system, including tool management and tool presetting. SOLUTION PROVIDERS: Okuma America Corp., (704) 588-7000, www.okuma.com; Kennametal Inc., (800) 446-7738, www.kennametal.com; Zoller Inc., (734) 332-4851, www.zoller-usa.com
Drilling more for less
END USER: Western Forge & Flange Co., (800) 352-6433, www.western-forge.com. CHALLENGE: Reduce tooling costs when drilling forged materials. SOLUTION: TiAlN-coated drills with two square indexable inserts. SOLUTION PROVIDER: Komet of America Inc., (847) 923-8400, www.komet.com
Shop Math: Practice Makes Perfect
Shop math remains essential because feeds, speeds, angles, and setups still have to make sense on the floor. This guide explains why stronger math skills improve machining decisions.
Shop navigates recession, moves ahead
Talking Shop column for the August 2010 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering.
Managing surface location error: General Industry Coverage
Machine Technology column for the August 2010 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering.
