Inside and out: Turning Performance
Similar to a multitask machine, a machine tool that combines ID and OD grinding enables producing a part in one chucking.
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Metalworking product review for October 2012
A metalworking products review, as published in the October 2012 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine.
Seeing the light: CMM Inspection
Auto parts manufacturer Mann+Hummel reaps the benefits of optical scanning.
Making it manufacturable: Medical Manufacturing
New tools help parts makers design for manufacturability, which reduces machining costs and improves part quality.
Tips for Getting the Most Out of Wire EDM
Wire EDM depends on more than machine settings alone. This guide reviews the setup, maintenance, and process controls that most affect wire-EDM performance.
Effectively Reaming Nickel-Base Alloys
Nickel-base alloys reward a slow, stable reaming process with close control of stock allowance, speed, feed, and coolant. This guide covers the main setup priorities.
Fueling improvements: Turning Performance
Using continuous improvement to reach automotive fuel-economy goals.
Thread milling, simplified
Thread milling may seem exotic, but any shop can do it.
Get your feet wet: Drilling Performance
Abrasive waterjet cutting machines are flowing into small shops as complementary equipment.
Cutting tool product review
Cutting tool product review as published in the September 2012 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine.
Machine Tool product review for September 2012
A review of machine tool products as published in the September 2012 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine.
Colo. shop’s success spurs expansion
Yesenia Salcedo, senior editor of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine, interviews Steve McLean, president of contract manufacturer WP Manufacturing, Longmont, Colo.
