Machinery & Equipment Manufacturing

The old adage is that if it "ain't broke, don't fix it." While this has been tried and true wisdom for ages, it might be a little suspect in today's modern age, when one technology advantage can make the difference between standing apart from the competition or falling behind.

From moving cobots to novel mobile automation solutions, Güdel Inc. highlighted two new technologies at FABTECH 2025. The equipment included the CoboMover, a 7th-axis linear track purpose-built for collaborative and lightweight robots. The CoboMover is designed to help integrators and end users expand the range of cobot and lightweight robot applications.

When surface finish, diameter, straightness, or roundness requirements are closer than traditional drilling operations can produce, it may be necessary to add a drill, endmill or single-point boring tool to the operation, often at the expense of poor chip control.

Achieve next-level precision in your turning applications with Tungaloy's Non-Ferrous Application Series. Engineered with ultra-fine-grained PCD-tipped inserts, this series delivers unmatched edge sharpness, exceptional wear resistance, and flawless surface finishes even at high cutting speeds. Its advanced 3D chipbreaker geometry ensures stable chip control from roughing to finishing.

Will, Aaron and Dennis sit down and enjoy a glass of bourbon while discussing the milling operations for the Vargus Pump Shaft Project.

Look for productivity improvements to be driven by improving the human experience on the shop floor during IMTS 2026 in Chicago.

The Grinding Doc resolves a debate over whether a shop should balance a wheel before grinding or dress a wheel before grinding.

Machinist's Corner columnist recently ran across a "cool" product outside his normal focus that he thinks will help productivity on the shop floor.

Iverson Memorial Manufacturing Scholarship supports first recipient—Niko Aleksic, who is studying civil engineering at the University of Illinois Chicago.

The RF 100 Sharp is a high-performance carbide milling cutter designed specifically for machining soft, tough, and high-alloy materials. Engineered with advanced geometry and precision cutting edges, it ensures smooth, efficient material removal with minimal cutting forces. This results in excellent surface finishes and extended tool life, even under demanding conditions.

Unlock faster cycle times, outstanding metal removal rates without clogging, and fewer tool changes with the POW•R•FEED M935 end mill from IMCO.

Insights and important lessons conventional machines provide students training to join the workforce as a machinist.