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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
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Hypertherm
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Roll
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James
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Molybdenum
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Ai
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Vericut
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Siemens
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Fanuc
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Turnkey
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Super
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Robotmaster
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Pronest
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Online
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Tap
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Optical
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Machinist
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Broaching
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Fatigue
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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
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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
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Automating
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Sic
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Pipe
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Coordinate
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Tramp
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Thermal
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Cmm
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Ceramic
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Case Hardening
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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
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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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norelem 130K+ Standard Components Catalog Expansion
Components manufacturer, norelem Inc., said that has expanded its product range by adding 30,000 parts to its catalog.
Evolution Of The Toolholder
Kistler Instrument Corp. provides a piezoelectric dynamometer to a toolholder maker requiring accurate measurements to advance its solutions.
SMW Autoblok names sales lead for automation and electronics division
SMW Autoblok, a supplier of chucks, stationary workholding, automation, electronics, tooling, and custom engineered solutions for the manufacturing industry, has named John Andrick as sales lead for the company's Automation & Electronics division, SMW Electronics.
US cutting tool orders in January hit $199.9M, a dip compared to one year ago
Shipments of cutting tools in January 2025 were up compared to December 2024, but fell compared to January 2024. The dive reflected a softer than normal market in January.
Maris-Tech showcasing tactical and AI-driven video solutions at MDEX 2025
Maris-Tech Ltd., a global leader in video and artificial intelligence (AI)-based edge computing technology, will be participating in the Michigan Defense Expo (MDEX) 2025.
Research analysts predict 17.3% growth for liquid alloys market
The liquid alloys market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 17.3% from 2024 to 2035, driven by increasing demand for high-performance materials in electronics, aerospace and additive manufacturing.
SW North America showcases twin-spindle CNC machining center at Eastec
SW North America, a supplier of horizontal multi- and single-spindle CNC machining centers, automation, and complete system solutions, announced that its manufacturing automation capabilities will be on display at EASTEC on May 13-15, 2025.
Anca launches e-learning platform
Anca Inc. launches Anca Academy, a new e-Learning platform for their customers, designed to elevate skills in operating Anca CNC machines and application software.
Ametek acquires Kern Microtechnik
Ametek Inc. acquired in February Kern Microtechnik, a manufacturer of high-precision machining and optical inspection solutions.
Our Content Overfloweth: Industry Trends & Analysis
With our March issue overflowing with content, we included teasers in the Table of Contents for online access to the Lead Angle and Industry News section.
Bringing Generative Designs To Life
Shop asked to machine a capture lid mechanism designed using generative AI that was to play a role in collecting Mars samples and returning them to Earth.
