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A twin-turret approach to machine tool stiffness, stability
Two rotary axes beat 2' of stacked linear axes.
Growing demand for microparts challenges suppliers, users
Ever machined parts so small that they not only fit on a penny but can sit on old Abe's nose?
Manufacturers learn to invest in training
Every parts manufacturer, regardless of size, has some sort of training program, and programs are nearly as varied as the companies themselves.
Moving large, complex parts calls for specialized equipment
Until I started working for Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems Americas, lifting parts was never a consideration in daily production.
Lead Angle: Invaluable resources: Turning Performance
Early in my stint here, I called Alan Baker, founder of toolmaker A.B.
Manager’s Desk: Impacted by illness
I generally consider myself to be a positive person.
Machine Technology: Latest in lubrication
Want a good reason for lubricating the moving parts of machine tools?
Shop Operations: Chamfering and edge dressing
The expression "There's more than one way to skin a cat" certainly applies to machining.
Get With The Program: Barrel-cutter CAM strategies
Barrel cutters are applied for specialized milling applications, and recent advancements in CAM software expand the use of these tools.
Machinist’s Corner: Apprenticeships wanted
Lately, I haven't been hearing much about machinist apprenticeship programs.
Challenges in the micro-EDM world
Say "EDM" and most manufacturing folks think mold, tool and die work.
Benefits of micromachining with lasers
Lasers are good for far more than slicing sheet metal and defending against alien space invaders.
Terms of the trade for surface roughness measurement
As the plans for more and more machined metal parts include numerical surface finish specifications, the need diminishes to visually qualify that a part has…
Productive Times: Coming ultrasonically clean
END USER: Van's Manufacturing Inc., (805) 522-6267.
Productive Times: Ground round: General Industry Coverage
END USER: Crowley Tool Co., (615) 824-5594, www.crowleytool.com.
The contours of a robotic 3D-printing platform
Arevo Labs hopes its new RAMP leads to better 3D-printed componets for the defense and aerospace industries.
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