Hole in Three: Drilling Performance
Ballizing, lapping with wire and brushing are three simple and economical hole finishing techniques that yield impressive results.
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Wheels Up: 5-Axis Machining
New materials, the need for lightweight parts and the burgeoning size of some aircraft challenge manufacturers of landing gear components.
Finish milling titanium
February 2009 Shop Operations column
Small shop wins big award
February 2009 Talking Shop column
Machining problems? Try universities
February 2009 Machine Technology column
Speed and accuracy island: Trade Shows & Events
February 2009 Part Time column
Extending CBN wheel life: General Industry Coverage
February 2009 Ask the Grinding Doc column
Credit: Extend or not to extend?
February 2009 Manager's Desk column
Tool Story
One of the largest cutting tool companies in the world began as a kitchen-table operation in a remote part of Israel.
Turning Implants
As the orthopedic implant market grows, manufacturers and shops search for new turning center technology to ensure a competitive edge.
Wind Power Parts: CMM Inspection
As wind power makes significant inroads into the energy-generation infrastructure, machining wind turbine parts provides opportunities for diversification and growth.
In the (Small) Groove: Turning Performance
Grooving miniature parts requires a conservative cutting approach and a choice between solid-carbide and insertable tools.
