Grinding: A pictorial odyssey, part II
A further examination of the grinding process through the lens of an electron microscope.
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Survival of the fastest: Turning Performance
Tool and cutter grinder software continually evolves to expedite production of advanced cutting tools by toolmakers and machine shops.
The new ‘carbide’ saw: Inspection Efficiency
Production and application of cermet-tipped circular saw blades continues to grow, eating into carbide's market share.
Where taps fear to thread
A growing number of shops are shelving their taps and opting to thread mill heat-treated steel.
Tool steels’ dual personality
The guidelines for turning of tool steels include both tool- and part-making applications.
Probing questions: CMM Inspection
While some may question its use, on-machine probing can reduce setup time while boosting in-process dimension control and enabling part verification.
Electrifying prototypes
Ability to machine intricate geometries and hard materials drives growing use of wire EDM prototyping.
Flute insurance: Medical Manufacturing
Engineered coating combinations control heat and keep chips flying in dry-drilling operations.
Tech swap: 5-Axis Machining
Creating awareness about productivity boosting machining technologies and implementing them are playing a major role in making military parts.
A multiple-ton rebuild: Inspection Efficiency
Part Time column in October 2009 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine.
Match the process to the part
There's more than one way to machine a part. The trick is to match the part's complexity and volume requirements with an optimal production process.
Wear and peace: Turning Performance
Understanding tool wear is the first step to extending tool life—which can be further enhanced with new coating technology.
