Cutting with particle beams
A new "particle beam" technology for machining carbon-based and ceramic matrix composites.
Operation / Process
Machining
Hidden gems
Overlooked areas can improve indexable-insert cutting tool performance.
Keeping distance when managing
A challenge arises when a worker is promoted to manage a group of what were previously his coworkers. It's not an easy situation to tackle and much thought should be given to how this arrangement may impact personal relationships.
Implementing single-piece part flow
The Shop Technology column in the June 2013 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine explains how a shop transitions from batch processing to machining parts one at a time.
More tips for operating a CNC mill
Shop Operations columnist Tom Lipton offers additional tips for operating a CNC milling machine.
If it ain’t broke, fix it
Reduce cycle time when slot milling an A-36 steel part. A 4-flute, solid-carbide endmill for roughing and finishing in one pass at full slot width and depth.
Steady in the pocket
Eliminate premature insert breakage and premature wear when facemilling. A facemill body with pockets that accurately seat inserts.
Done with one
Eliminate applying two countersink tools and a tap to complete a machining operation. A combination tool that countersinks and thread mills.
Managing heat in spindle bearings
Getting a handle on heat in high-speed spindle bearings.
Patented pockets
CAM systems generate innovative toolpaths to quickly remove large amounts of material when endmilling.
Cobalt-chrome alloys can be a headache to machine
Cobalt-chrome alloys are a good fit for medical and dental parts, but machining them can be a headache.
Metalworking product review for June 2013
A review of metalworking products as compiled by the editors of Cutting Tool Engineering magazine.