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‘Machining’ with a microscope
Scientists used an electron beam for precision machining of nanoscale materials.
Grinding with a taper
The Grinding Doc shares a technique that can reduce roughing times from eight hours to 45 minutes with no increased risk of burn
The challenge of threading: Safety, Standards & Compliance
When done right, threading is very satisfying.
Preset for success
Tool presetters boost machine uptime and offer other big benefits.
Monitoring system lightens up: Turning Performance
With its BLÚ LT modular system, Marposs scales down its high-end offering for applications requiring less complexity.n
Countering counterfeits
Using lasers to mark parts can reduce damage done by counterfeiters.
Toolholders help shop’s reputation
Rego-Fix's powRgrip allows Symmetrix Composite Tooling to confidently run parts overnight or longer.
The Cost of Counterfeit Parts in Manufacturing
Using lasers to mark parts can reduce damage done by counterfeiters.
Lightweight and stronger than steel
MIT engineers have created a new two-dimensional polymer that self-assembles into sheets
8 benefits of standardized robots
Standardized robotic systems allow shop owners to sleep peacefully, knowing they have invested in a system specifically designed for CNC machining
Multipurpose mills
General-purpose endmills often fit the bill at high-mix, low-volume shops.
