July 2011
Articles in this issue
Remote control for machine diagnostics
For the July 2011 Get With The Program column, Cutting Tool Engineering turned to Okuma America Corp. to address remote control for machine diagnostics.
Metalworking safety tips
For his July 2011 Shop Operations column, Tom Lipton suggests that safety is a situational awareness issue as opposed to a matter of equipment.
The basics of servomotor axis control
The Machine Technology column in the July 2011 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine takes a look at how the precise control of axis position works.
An alternative to full-blown CAM
CAM software is often priced in the vicinity of a lower-end motorcycle or compact car—sometimes a luxury car. Michael Deren, who writes the Machinist's Corner …
Audit yields unexpected benefits
In his Manager's Desk column for the July 2011 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine, Keith Jennings discusses the benefits of conducting an internal qual…
The German Model
Cutting Tool Engineering Editorial Director Alan Rooks examines Germany's manufacturing model in his July Lead Angle commentary.
A Polished Cut
Monocrystalline diamond inserts for imparting high-polish finishes.
Longus Tool Vita
A nanocomposite coating that significantly extends tool life.
Improved Holemaking Boosts Profits
END USER: U.S. Alloy Die Corp., (216) 749-9700, www.usalloydie.com. CHALLENGE: Improve productivity when drilling H-13 tool steel extrusion dies. SOLUTION: Car…
Taking Grinding to the next level
Courtesy of United GrindingThe Studer S40 CNC cylindrical grinder from United Grinding enables Damen Carbide to process shafts up to 63" long and weighing 286 …
Minimizing Polishing
END USER: Tech NH Inc., (603) 424-4404, www.technh.com. CHALLENGE: Reduce polishing time when producing hardened steel molds. SOLUTION: Long-reach, small-diame…
Up to Speed
Advanced machine technology requires advanced training options.
Limited Engagement
Advances in machine tool technology, tooling and software facilitate high-productivity milling strategies.
Toolholder Turnaround
Improving productivity when changing out cutting tools.
A qualified approach to machining complex, deep holes
Very deep, complex holes are becoming increasingly challenging to machine as hole tolerances become tighter and surface finish requirements get finer.
Powertrain: The Hole Story
Improved holemaking efficiency drives powertrain machining throughput.