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Drilling with a single- or double-tube system might be the most efficient way to drill deep holes in some applications. This article, which describes the tools and the process, says tubular drilling can pay for itself in higher productivity, thriftier manufacturing and tighter tolerances.

Article February 1, 1998 Michael Weiner

Good News About Eta Phase

The presence of an eta phase between a coating and the substrate is generally considered harmful to coating adhesion. However, this article argues that when the formation of the eta phase is carefully controlled, it can actually enhance adhesion. The conditions that promote the formation of beneficial eta phase are explained.

Article December 1, 1997 Dennis Myers

Buyer Beware: Supply Chain & Logistics

This article warns against the dangers in recent manufacturing supply trends. According to the author, both outsourcing and integrated-supply programs can have seriously detrimental effects on productivity and innovation. In this article, he explains the reasoning behind his views.

Article December 1, 1997 Steve Pike

Absolute Zero: General Industry Coverage

When digital calipers that did not have to be zeroed before each measurement were introduced, they represented a significant advancement in electronic gaging. This article explains the technology behind these absolute-reading instruments and how they are used to make typical shop-floor measurements.

Article December 1, 1997 William Sluhan

Itching for a Solution: Safety, Standards & Compliance

This article reviews the causes of skin irritation suffered by some shop workers, with special attention paid to skin conditions that result from poorly maintained metalcutting fluids. The article also discusses the factors that can aggravate skin problems and suggests ways that workers can protect themselves from skin irritants.

Article December 1, 1997 Nancy Narbut

Grinding With Segments: Heavy Stock Removal Guide

Segmented grinding wheels can help in heavy stock-removal applications with large contact areas. This guide covers where grinding segments fit and what shops should watch.

Article October 1, 1997 Brent Lindsey

On Boring’s Cutting Edge

Although machinists are using cermet and ceramic cutting tools for an increasing number of applications, they have been slow to adopt them for boring. This is beginning to change, however. This article describes some of the ways a boring operation can benefit from the use of these tools.

Article October 1, 1997 William Cleveland

Countersinking Aircraft Materials

This article traces the changes in countersink design and materials that have been made to satisfy the demands of the aerospace industry. The advantages and disadvantages of different types of modern countersinks are discussed.

Article October 1, 1997 Alan Baker

Workholding Goes to Great Lengths

When shouldered parts are held for turning with a draw-in collet, length-control problems can result. This article provides directions for making collet add-ons that allow the machinist to locate the part against the spindle face, providing a consistent length from part to part.

Article October 1, 1997 Dann Rypka

Getting a Grip on Productivity

This article guides the reader through the many decisions that must be made when selecting and installing a hydraulic workholding system. Basic hydraulic system design principles and maintenance also are discussed.

Article September 1, 1997 David Miskinis

Know What You’re Tapping

Traditional tap/drill charts recommend drill diameters for each size of tapped hole. But, according to this article, these recommendations are based on the size holes that were typically produced by less-accurate tools and processes used in the past. This article suggests guidelines for producing holes that will, in turn, produce correctly sized tapped holes.

Article September 1, 1997 Brian Gedlinske

Coolant Care

By recycling used metalworking fluids, shops can realize considerable savings in fluid and disposal costs. This guide takes the reader through the fundamentals of fluid recycling and management. Excerpted from a manual on the subject, the piece covers both the care and cleaning of fluids and fluid-handling equipment.

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