April 2018
Articles in this issue
Benefits of post-coating treatment
Coatings for metalcutting tools have made tremendous advances since their introduction more than 40 years ago. As coatings have improved, our understanding of …
Your machinists are not the problem
When productivity decreases, some leaders assume that machinists are not adequately doing their jobs. After all, they directly operate the machines. Before jum…
Nippon Bearing unveils EXRAIL roller guide
When Nippon Bearing Co. Ltd. started developing its EXRAIL roller guide, it wanted to strengthen its overall line. The result, according to the company, has 1.…
Mitsubishi introduces stand-alone M80W CNC
Mitsubishi Electric Automation "has created a revolutionary leap" with its stand-along M80W CNC, which features a Windows-based display that is separate from t…
Stepping up to the challenge
END USER: Ansco Machine Co., (330) 929-8181, www.ansco-machine.com. SOLUTION PROVIDER: DP Technology Corp., (800) 627-8479, www.espritcam.com. CHALLENGE: More …
Effective training programs improve employees’ skills, morale
Many companies fail to recognize the benefit of having well-designed, effective training programs, despite a proven track record for improving the skills and m…
Understanding coatings and how they lower machining costs
This article provides basic information about the coatings and processes used to coat cutting tools, dies, wear parts and other components. HSS, carbide, tool …
Shop credits growth to focus on machining large parts
OEMs and other manufacturers frequently require special machines for production and assembly purposes. About half of Coldwater Machine Co.'s business involves …
Making the most of tired CNC machining centers
While milling has gone high performance, the newest machining centers at your shop were installed when Bill Clinton was president, and the oldest one still use…
Reducing hydroplaning forces while grinding
A shop asks CTE's Grinding Doc about taper that shows up when cylindrical-OD grinding. The shop seeks advice to mitigate the problem.
Part-to-part consistency key to shop’s success
When prompted by requests from customers for products that their existing manufacturing supply chains were not producing, Dan Olsen made the leap into manufact…
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 informat…
Show vendors some love
Finding ways to meet, interface with and show appreciation for customers and vendors can help any business. With Spring, and the hope of nicer weather upon us,…