Magazines

Magazines • October 1, 2016

October 2016

The October 2016 issue addresses the benefits of conversational programming for 5-sided machining. PLUS: Pros and cons of indexable tools Manager’s Desk: Navigating customer portals Titanium Cutting Simplified 3D Printing, To Infinity and Beyond Lead Angle: In Screen We Trust Shop Operations: Becoming Familiar With Code Workholding: Mod Squad Machinist’s Corner: Improving Daily Management Machine...

Magazines • September 1, 2016

September 2016

Combination machines bridge the gap between manual and CNC equipment. PLUS: Lead Angle: Overcoming the skills gap Ceramic composite cutting tools: are they tough enough? The evolving technology of tool presetting Proper mist collection necessary for shop floor safety A tale of two cutting tools: solid and indexable-insert drills Net/Working with specialty subscription websites Get...

Magazines • August 1, 2016

August 2016

“Deflated Earnings,” the cover story in our August 2016 issue, reveals the paychecks metalworking professionals receive are not packing as much punch. PLUS: Lead Angle: We are going to the show Maximum-performance milling outperforms traditional milling by a long shot Making light work One PVD coating technique with certain advantages Which is better: dry or...

Magazines • July 1, 2016

July 2016

“Multibenefit Machines,” the cover story in our July 2016 issue, looks at how multitasking machines boost cutting time and cash flow. PLUS: Clamp Down Cutting Remarks High-Pressure Work A Simple Diagnosis Coming Revolution Manager’s Desk: Customer visit is striking Machine Technology: Systems for avoiding or mitigating machine tool crashes Talking Shop: Drilling expert Greg Forman...

Magazines • June 1, 2016

June 2016

“Flying-Machine Machining,” the cover story in our June 2016 issue, delves into the delamination of composites and other workpiece problems that challenge aerospace parts makers. PLUS: Airing differences Above and beyond Data-driven manufacturing Manager’s Desk: Take a strategic approach to golden opportunities Machine Technology: Portable drill machine for multilayer materials Workholding: Benefits of an innovative...

Magazines • May 1, 2016

May 2016

“Big Money—Small Times,” the cover story in our May 2016 issue, takes a closer look at the potential profitability of machining microparts. PLUS: Challenges in the micro-EDM world Benefits of laser-based micromachining Terms of the trade for surface roughness measurement Manufacturers see value of investing in training Moving large, complex parts calls for specialized equipment...

Magazines • April 1, 2016

April 2016

The April 2016 cover story, “Right on Time,” addresses accurate shop floor scheduling—often hard to achieve, but nonetheless important. PLUS: Pallet-changing systems help VMCs hold their own in production environments. Troubleshooting solid-carbide boring bars requires the right diagnosis Reducing setup time provides more time for making chips. Women are playing an increasingly important role in...

Magazines • March 1, 2016

March 2016

“Chips Away,” the March 2016 cover story, covers central conveyor systems that declutter shops and make them safer. PLUS: Better Threaders: Automatic threaders for wire EDMs have made significant advancements. Testing, Testing … How often should you test metalworking fluids? Controlling the Process: Careful consideration can yield efficiencies when implementing inspection processes. Product Showcase: New...

Magazines • February 1, 2016

February 2016

“HMC Payoffs,” the February 2016 cover story, looks at how horizontal machining centers’ enhanced capabilities shorten payback periods. PLUS: Overcoming five common challenges faced when turning. Component cleanliness requires effort throughout the manufacturing process. Aluminum can be hard to drill—despite its easy-to-machine reputation. When the application calls for it, a reamer can be the most...

Magazines • January 1, 2016

January 2016

Metrology is evolving to allow inspection to be moved closer to the production area. PLUS: The right workholder is critical for success when 5-axis machining. Angle heads let cutting tools reach more of the workpiece. Gundrilling on conventional CNC machines. An overview of a machine tool developed for Industry 4.0. Multitask machine tools proliferate as...

Magazines • December 1, 2015

December 2015

Whether done manually or with a powered device, scraping guide ways is critical to machine tool performance. PLUS: Two metalworking professionals breakdown the manufacturing industry with their “Making Chips” podcast. Laser technology allows for precise, noncontact marking of thin, brittle or otherwise delicate parts without compromising part integrity. Learn details about the numerous new products...

Magazines • November 1, 2015

November 2015

2016 Buyers Guide issue: Manufacturers index Disributors index Machne Shop index.