Interface enables machines to speak a common language
Machine Technology: Association strives to facilitate the transmission of machine- and production-related data both within companies and to the cloud.
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Alexa and Siri, meet Athena for machining
Machine Technology: New voice-enabled digital assistant can make it easier to learn about, operate and maintain a machine tool.
The FOGS HD can rough and finish precisely
Machine Technology: Starrag offers the first heavy-duty machine capable of meeting the most stringent precision requirements.
Robot arm reaches for milling goals
Machine Technology: Researchers are close to developing a precision robotic arm for more economical milling.
Combo Machine Boosts Accuracy
Machine Technology: Company builds 8-axis machining center with separate milling and laser-cutting workstations
Automate in less shop space
With unmanned production capabilities, the Supercell-300G 5-axis horizontal manufacturing cell can hold 20 pallets in a 149"-wide footprint.
Good machines can come in small packages
There are relatively small, budget-friendly machines on the market that might meet your needs.
Machine tool controls with AI learn on the job
Advanced machine tool controls infused with artificial intelligence (AI) can learn about your machining processes. With this knowledge, a CNC can automatically take action that boosts machining speed and accuracy, as well as slash unplanned downtime for maintenance.
Taking a turn for the better
By packaging both turning and milling functions in a single machining center, machine tool builders believe they've hit on a winning combination that can boost part quality while also slashing cycle times, space and costs.
Actions to keep spindles spinning
Spindles must run at the correct speeds and feeds to minimize wear, which is why an effective spindle program should consider the specific operational information for individual spindles.
Protecting man, woman and machine
CNC machine tool owners with a healthy concern for their employees are advised to enclose their machines in protective structures.
Added dimensions boost accuracy: General Industry Coverage
Part quality can suffer if a machine tool cannot hold tolerances uniformly everywhere in its "working envelope," the box-shaped region that defines a machine's 3D reach when cutting.
