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Curated machining knowledge, tools, and pathways — organized by purpose.
MFGAxis — Buyer’s Guide
Company listings, capabilities, certifications, and specialties — organized for buyers and engineers.
Machining References
Curated technical references for machinists and engineers.
Machining Calculators
Feeds, speeds, formulas, and shop calculators.
Wire
Search-driven resource hub for wire.
Hypertherm
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Roll
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James
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Molybdenum
Search-driven resource hub for molybdenum.
Ai
Search-driven resource hub for ai.
Vericut
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Siemens
Search-driven resource hub for siemens.
Fanuc
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Turnkey
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Super
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Robotmaster
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Pronest
Search-driven resource hub for pronest.
Online
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Tap
Search-driven resource hub for tap.
Optical
Search-driven resource hub for optical.
Machinist
Search-driven resource hub for machinist.
Broaching
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Fatigue
Search-driven resource hub for fatigue.
Photo
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Makino
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Erp
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Countersink
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Flame
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Fives
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Centerless
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Garant
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Filtration
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Go
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Dual
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Okuma
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Acme
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Tapping
Search-driven resource hub for tapping.
Raw
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Co2
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Pre
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Total
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Moving
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Abb
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Formula
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Pick
Search-driven resource hub for pick.
Automating
Search-driven resource hub for automating.
Sic
Search-driven resource hub for sic.
Pipe
Search-driven resource hub for pipe.
Coordinate
Search-driven resource hub for coordinate.
Tramp
Search-driven resource hub for tramp.
Thermal
Search-driven resource hub for thermal.
Cmm
Search-driven resource hub for cmm.
Ceramic
Search-driven resource hub for ceramic.
Case Hardening
Search-driven resource hub for case hardening.
Insert Geometry
Insert identification, lead angle, indexable insert geometry, and selection references.
Boring
Boring heads, U-axis systems, contour boring, and setup references.
Cutting Forces
Cutting-force formulas, machining power, chip load, and speed/feed references.
Workholding
Workholding strategy, zero-point clamping, fixturing, and setup efficiency.
Threading
Threading calculators, tapping guidance, thread milling, and related tooling.
Authors
Browse CTE contributors and subject-matter experts.
Glossary
Definitions of machining and manufacturing terms.
Machining Fundamentals & Tooling References
Core explainers and shop-floor references for speeds, feeds, forces, insert identification, heat treatment, and cutter geometry.
Process Spotlights & Manufacturing Systems
Inspection, automation, digitalization, and application-specific reads that complement the core machining references above.
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Shaving tool-change time saves big bucks
Reduce setup and changeover time on lathes with live tooling. A modular quick-change collet system.
Robot colleagues boost the bottom line
Up productivity without increasing payroll. Adding robotic production.
More on smart online marketing
Presented here is the second part of the Manager's Desk column about Web-based marketing. The first part appeared in the February issue.
Open letter from machinist’s wife
It's 6 a.m. and the wind chill is -45° F. As I watch you get ready for work, your gait is a little slower these days, and I have to talk a little louder because your hearing is not as good after being around loud machinery for more than 30 years. After you go, I settle down with my tea and peruse your latest CTE column. I always try to read them, because you discuss your career, the places you've gone and the marvels you've seen. I come across the line, "I can't wait to get to work each day."
Lubricating spindle bearings: General Industry Coverage
Spindle designers deal with lubrication and heat problems in three common ways: chilled oil, oil mist and air/oil injection.
Why Precision Is Critical in Micromachining Systems
A unique collet-and-cartridge workholding system for machining small parts.
Vaporizing saw: General Industry Coverage
An electrical discharge saw attachment for a manual lathe.
Reaping benefits of radial chip thinning
The well-established concept of radial chip thinning (RCT) provides compelling productivity-enhancing benefits, but is still not widely applied.
Adapt and conquer: Drilling Performance
Adaptive control helps CNC machines produce more parts.
‘Last word’ in machining
Omega Manufacturing specializes in challenging wire EDM work, but also offers one-stop parts manufacturing.
Metal Injection Molding Becomes a Go-To Manufacturing Process
Metal-injection molding has arrived as a way to manufacture small, complex parts.
The tip line: Drilling Performance
New applications expand the range of replaceable-tip drills.
