Holding Pattern
Because of their size and shape, aerospace parts require special workholding considerations.
Author
Bill Kennedy
Bill Kennedy, based in Latrobe, Pa., is a former contributing editor for Cutting Tool Engineering. He has an extensive background as a technical writer.
Contributing Editor
Turning Up the Productivity
Turn/grind machines are engineered to simultaneously cut costs and boost productivity.
Hole Strategies
Companies that produce high quantities of holes.
Solid Concept
A rigid machining system is the key to success when hard turning.
Reinventing the Wheel
Customization is changing the aluminum-wheel market.
File Under Productivity
Multitasking machine helps manufacturer meet demands of changing market.
Calming Chatter
Strategies for minimizing tool chatter.
Turning the Big Stuff
Companies share ideas about turning long, large and heavy workpieces.
Cost Cures
A medical parts maker works to reduce its customers' costs.
Powder Surge
Growing use of powder metals is creating new machining challenges.
Efficient Machining of Low-Volume Aerospace Parts
Versatile machine tools and creative strategies help shops handle high-variety, low-volume aerospace machining.
Virtually Competitive
Advanced software gives moldmakers a boost.