Medical & Healthcare

Fine finishing with a wire EDM eliminates need for secondary operations.

Tools and techniques for engraving 2-D data matrix bar codes on machined metal parts.

Carl Zeiss introduced today the new MICURA coordinate measuring machine.

Getting a grip on bench work.

Technology, experience and attitude breeds grinding success—on a very small scale.

Pointe Precision creates opportunity with new machines and skilled employees.

Tapping medical parts requires unique considerations not required in general-purpose machining.

Seco Tools introduced its original Minimaster line of end mills with replaceable carbide inserts nearly 25 years ago. Today, the company is presenting its new Minimaster Plus, with advanced features for tackling the most demanding of milling applications in steel, stainless steel, cast iron, aluminum and other difficult-to-machine materials.

Makino's PS-Series vertical machining centers for production machining offer a reduction in cycle time, increase productivity, improve quality and minimize of capital investment, according to the company.

END USER: Aragon Surgical Inc., (650) 543-3100, www.aragonsurgical.com. CHALLENGE: Reduce costs when procuring a stainless steel part for a laparoscopic surgical device. SOLUTION: A contract manufacturer that stamps some previously machined part features and machines only the critical features.

Shop Operations Columnist Tom Lipton addresses tool selection and managing your personal toolcrib in the August 2011 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering.

Machine tool builders discuss the development and evolution of drill and tap machines.