Commentaries

Do You Have a Succession Planning Problem?

Leave the Average Productivity Behind

Lessons in Learning

Stabilizing a CNC Machining Process

Technology Takes Teamwork

Things We Can Learn

Two Cases of Gage-Improvement Failure

Rapid Traverse

Single-Pass Vs. Multi-Stroke: The Ins and Outs of Honing

Turning to an Alternative for Small, Complex Work

Better Production

EDM Brings Capacity, Capability to New Heights

Grinder Offers Precise, Single-Setup Production

Inconel Meets Match in General-Purpose End Mill

Larger Equipment Helps Expand Vision

On Display

Alignment Lock Available in Three Styles

Aluminum Mold Plates Feature Dimensional Stability

CAD/CAM/CAE Software Useful in Multiple Industries

CAM Software Separates Roughing, Finishing

Compact, Flexible Water Manifold System

EDMs Increase Machining Stability, Accuracy

Finishing Stone Polishes Variety of Surfaces

Hardware/Software Automates CNC Machining

Mills, Lathes Increase Productivity in Small-Lot Machining

Mold System Reduces Product Development Time, Costs

Mold System Reduces Product Development Time, Costs

Multi-Level Maintenance Certification Training

Polishing, Deburring System Accommodates Multiple Tools

Replaceable-Tip Milling System Cuts Hard Materials

Rust Preventative Features Indicator Dye

Software Offers Data Repair, Modeling for Manufacture

System Tracks Mold Performance, History

Toolholders Improve Rigidity, Machining Accuracy

VMC Developed for Die and Mold Industry

VMC Features Built-In Spindle for High-Speed Cutting

Waterjet Offers Precision, Speed, Flexibility

Waterjet Provides Accuracy, Cuts Variety of Materials

Modern Equipment Review

“Green” Coolant Meets Aerospace Requirements

Automatic Wire EDM Efficiently Machines Micro Parts

Bench-Mounted Presetter Designed for Intuitive Control

Chrome-Plated Knobs and Handles Added to Product Line

Cold-Air Pistol Provides Fast Spot Cooling

Die/Mold VMC Designed for Increased Precision

Enclosed, Wet Benchtop Saw for Manual Operation

Fiber Lasers Micro-Cut Medical Stents

HMCs Offer High-Speed Cutting on Small Footprint

Micromachining End Mills Designed for Flexibility

Micrometer Offers 0.1 μm Resolution Measurement

Mist Collector Cuts Accident, Fire Risks

Multitasking Machine Combines Versatility and Accuracy

Multitasking Turning Center Processes Complex Parts

Powerfoil X2.0 From Big Ass Fans Features Improved Airfoil System and Winglet

Saw/Drill Cuts Railroad Rails

Slant-Bed Lathe Features Rigid Box Ways

Software Optimizes Large- and Small-Part Roughing

Solid Carbide End Mills for Micromachining Applications

VMC Eliminates Vibration for Micromachining Applications

VMCs Support Heavy Machining

Waterjet Combines Economy, Performance

Waterjets Available in Two Configurations

Cutting Tools

Adapters Added to Modular Tooling System

Cermet Cutting Tools Suited for Machining Steel

Chucks Hold Workpieces for Gaging, Metrology

ER Collet System Handles Multiple Applications

Fail-Safe Collet Block Secures Parts Despite Air Loss

High-Performance Finishing End Mill Features Multiple Flutes

Inserts Offer Four Cutting Edges, Chip Former

PVD-Coated Grade Cuts High-Temp Alloys

Toolholders Designed for Grooving, Turning

Variable-Helix End Mill Cuts Chatter

Systems and Software

CAD/CAM Software Improves Productivity, Simplifies Design

CAM Software Adds Five-Axis Continuous Milling Module

Enhancements Improve Machine Tool Productivity

Software Enables AFP Experimentation

Media Review

2D and 3D Viewing and Downloads Available on Kurt Workholding's Website

Brush Research's Updated Website Features Video Demonstrations

Online Catalog of Clamps, Pins, Knobs

Online Wizard Produces Customized Fixturing Systems

US Shop Tools' 2012-2013 Master Catalog Contains Expanded Brand Offerings